Front Desk Agent

crestline-external; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 34,709 - 49,434; Full time

Job summary

Crestline-external is looking for a Front Desk Agent in San Francisco, California. In this role, you will assist guests with their check-in and check-out processes, manage phone calls, and address any special requests. You will ensure guest satisfaction by resolving complaints and maintaining positive interactions.

The ideal candidate should have at least one year of experience in a similar role, possess basic computer skills, and have a high school diploma or GED. Competitive hourly wage starting at $30.54 is offered.

Qualifications

• One year previous experience in a similar position in a hotel.
• Basic computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist guests with check-in and check-out.
• Maintain positive guest relations.
• Resolve guest complaints efficiently.
• Process all guest check-ins and check-outs.

Skills

Guest service skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Job description

The starting hourly rate for this position is $30.54.

Overview

The Front Desk Agent is responsible for assisting guests with check-in and check-out, answers and processes all phone calls received, plus handles all special requests for services or information, in accordance with standard policies and procedures.

Potential Career Paths

Front Desk Supervisor – Front Desk Manager – Front Office Manager - Operations Manager-Assistant General Manager – General Manager –Area Vice President of Operations

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Resolve guest complaints, ensuring guest satisfaction.
• Anticipate guests needs, respond promptly and acknowledge all guests, however busy and whatever time of day.
• Maintain positive guest relations at all times.
• Resolve guest complaints, ensuring guest satisfaction.
• Maintain complete knowledge at all times of: a) all hotel features/services, hours of operation. b) all room rates, special packages and promotions. c) daily house count and expected arrivals/departures. d) scheduled daily group activities.
• Obtain assigned bank and ensure accuracy of contracted monies.
• Keep bank secure at all times.
• Answer department telephone within 3 rings, using correct greeting and telephone etiquette.
• Process all guest check-ins.
• Verify registration card information with the guest.
• Obtain back-up information for guest credit/payment method and input into system; collect cash when designated.
• Direct Bell Person to escort guest and transport their luggage to the room.
• Handle overbooked or walked in guests.
• Accept and record wake-up call requests.
• Monitor, send and distribute guest faxes.
• Communicate pertinent guest information to designated departments/personnel (i.e., special requests, amenity delivery).
• Resolve discrepancies on the room status report with Housekeeping.
• Match the bucket check to in-house guest ledger report; report discrepancies to Manager.
• Process all check-outs.
• Process adjustment vouchers, paid-outs, correction vouchers, miscellaneous charges.

Education and Experience

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED).
• One year previous experience in a similar position in a hotel.
• Basic computer skills required.

Crestline Hotels & Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, identity, or disability status.

This position is represented by Teamsters Local 856. Wages, benefits, and working conditions are governed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement, and benefit coverage is administered through the union.