Front Desk Agent

Spire Hospitality; Stowe (VT); On-site; USD 51,148,000 - 69,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hotel discounts

Benefits package

Job summary

Spire Hospitality is seeking a Front Desk Agent in Vermont to warmly welcome guests and deliver outstanding service throughout their stay. You and the team focus on crafting seamless experiences from check-in to check-out.

Responsibilities include handling check-ins/outs, guest requests, phone inquiries, and coordinating with rooms and other departments. Fluent English and strong communication are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Previous guest service experience.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to resolve problems.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Basic computer skills.
• Must read, write and speak the English language fluently.

Responsibilities

• Welcome, check-in and direct guests on arrival.
• Review arrivals for notes, requests, and discrepancies and accommodate accordingly.
• Pre-register and produce key packs, when applicable.
• Handle guest requests and follow up to ensure completion.
• Handle cashier duties and balance one's bank at end of shift.
• Assist with answering phones, taking reservations, guest's requests and inquiries.
• Monitor guests accounts and room inventory.
• Majority of shift work would be at front desk, some back office work required.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Team player

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Calm demeanor

Tools

SMS Host

PMS

Job description

Seamlessly blending alpine style with the luxury amenities of a world-class resort, we offer rustic elegance in a pristine natural setting. All of it infused with a delightful "cosmopolitan-ality" that has become a signature of our resort. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner in The Roost feature organic grown ingredients wherever possible. Get lost in the moment at our full-service SPA, or take a moment for Tennis or Pickleball at our Tennis Academy, ranked one of the top ten Tennis Resorts in the U.S.

SPIRE Hospitality is a management company specializing in creating memorable guest experiences and delivering best-in-class service at our hotels and resorts across the country. We ensure you have the support, tools and opportunities you need to get the job done, grow as an individual, and excel in your hospitality career. We offer a comprehensive full-time benefits package consisting of EARLY PAY OR EARNED WAGE ACCESS get paid before payday, medical, dental, vision, pet discount program, identity theft protection, pre-paid legal support, flexible spending accounts, matched 401K, life, critical accident or illness, short- & long-term disability, paid time off, wellness programs, wonderful hotel discounts and much more!

JOB SUMMARY

In this role, you'll warmly welcome our guests and provide exceptional service throughout their stay. You and the entire front desk team are dedicated to ensuring guest satisfaction by crafting remarkable and seamless experiences from the moment guests arrive. Your efforts will create unforgettable and unique memories that leave a lasting impression.

Must provide and ensure exceptional hospitality experiences are delivered to the guest through performing all desk related functions, which includes but is not limited to, checking guests in and out, providing hotel and area information and coordinating the fulfillment of guest requests.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Welcome, check-in and direct guests at arrival.
• Review all arrivals for notes, requests, and discrepancies and accommodate accordingly.
• Pre-register and produce key packs, when applicable.
• Handle guest requests and following up to ensure they are completed
• Handle cashier duties and balance one's bank at conclusion of shift.
• Assist with answering phones, taking reservations, guest's requests and inquiries.
• Complete shift check list and necessary reports.
• Monitor guests accounts and room inventory.
• Troubleshooting guest issues
• Reviewing and updating the property management system
• Keep work area neat and cleaned at all times.
• Watch for safety hazards and report them immediately to your Supervisor.
• Will work and communicate directly with all Rooms departments, and indirectly with others.
• Majority of shift work would be at front desk, some back office work required.

Pay Rate: $21.00 per hour

Nonessential Skills and Experience:

• Assist with Bell stand and Valet duties
• Assist with basic concierge duties
• Performs other duties as assigned by management

Success Factors / Job Competencies:

• Knowledge of SMS Host a plus
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities
• Customer satisfaction orientation
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong team playerKnowledge of resort and local amenities
• Ability to multitask and function in a fast paced environment while keeping a calm demeanor

Qualifications Required:

• Previous guest service experience
• Good communication skills
• Ability to resolve problems.
• Flexible work schedule
• Basic computer skills
• Must read, write and speak the English language fluently

Qualifications Desired:

• Previous hotel front desk and PMS computer experience.
• Valid driver's license
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite products

Spire Hospitality, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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