Front Desk Agent

remingtonhotelscareers; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Remington Hotels Careers in San Diego is seeking a personable Front Desk Agent to greet guests, check them in and out promptly, assist with pre-registration, and block reservations when needed.

You will post charges, handle cash and card payments, and maintain a solid working knowledge of front office procedures and rate discounts. The role may require nights, weekends, and holidays, and teamwork is essential to deliver great guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Experience in guest check-in/out and pre-registration.
• Accurate cash handling and multi-method payments.
• Knowledge of front office systems or manual processing.
• Ability to handle same-day reservations and cancellations.
• Understanding of hotel rates and discounts.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and check them in/out promptly and professionally.
• Post charges accurately and efficiently.
• Manage cash and payments from guests.
• Review reservations and block rooms as needed.
• Handle same-day reservations and cancellations.
• Understand rates, discounts and related procedures.

Skills

Guest service

Cash handling

Reservations

Front desk operations

Team player

Tools

Front Office software

Job description

What you will be doing

• Greet and communicate cordially with guests, promptly and professionally checking them in and out of the hotel. Assist in pre-registration and blocking of reservations when necessary.
• Promptly, accurately and efficiently know how and where to post all charges.
• Have complete working knowledge of Front Office computer or manual system, including all daily transactions and those which are not performed often.
• Accurately manage cash handling, including receiving cash, checks and credit card information from guests for payment of hotel charges and making change correctly.
• Review any reservations with special requests and work to block rooms accordingly.
• Have knowledge of hotel rates, discounts and how to handle each.
• Have working knowledge of reservations and procedures, including how to take same day reservations. Should be able to take reservations in approximately 2 minutes. Know and follow cancellation procedures and relocation procedures when necessary.
• Rate of pay: $19-$20/hour

What we are looking for

• High work ethic and self-initiative
• May be required to work varying schedules to include nights, weekends, and holidays
• Someone who enjoys working as and being part of a team that provides great experiences for our Guests!

• Physical Requirements (In-Office Role)
• Ability to work in a standard office environment.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. (6-8 hours a day)
• Occasional standing and walking throughout the workday.
• Frequent fine motor skills, use of hands and fingers for keyboarding/typing, utilizing a mouse or trackpad, writing, and operating office equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, bend, reach, or carry items.
• Ability to lift and/or move 10-25 pounds as needed (e.g., files, office supplies).
• Visual ability to read from a computer screen and printed materials including close visual focus for extended periods and color differentiation (for certain roles).
• Ability to hear and participate in conversations and meetings, use phone and/or headset
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.