Front Desk Agent

Hei Hotels Inc.; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary on-site parking

Generous paid time off

Flexible holiday programs

Marriott room discount program

Job summary

HEI Hotels and Resorts is seeking a friendly Front Desk Associate for Aloft Tampa Downtown to warmly welcome guests, check them in and out, and provide accurate information on hours, local attractions, and hotel services in the heart of Tampa.

You will handle registrations, process payments, promote Marriott room discounts, and assist guests with special requests, while staying calm under pressure and ensuring a smooth arrival and departure experience.

Qualifications

• Hotel experience preferred.
• Strong calculator/math skills for transactions.
• Ability to handle multiple guests calmly.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to operate a computer system and POS.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests with a friendly welcome.
• Complete registration using computer system and verify details.
• Handle payments, cash, vouchers, and balance house accounts.
• Provide information on hours, local attractions, and services.
• Promote HEI Hotels and Resorts programs.
• Resolve guest concerns and negotiate satisfactory outcomes.

Skills

Hotel experience

Customer service

Communication skills

Cash handling

Computer literacy

Problem solving

Job description

About Us

Elevate your experience in the heart of Tampa at Aloft Tampa Downtown, where convenience meets excitement. Situated amidst the city's vibrant pulse, our location provides easy access to premier destinations such as Busch Gardens, Tampa Theatre, and the iconic Tampa Riverwalk.

Join our dynamic team and enjoy a range of benefits including complimentary on-site parking, generous paid time off, flexible holiday programs, and exclusive access to Marriott's discounted hotel room program spanning thousands of locations worldwide.

Don’t meet every single requirement of this job? At HEI we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still send in your information. You may be the perfect candidate for this or for other roles within our organization! We value U.S. military experience and invite all qualified military candidates to apply.

Compensation

Tipped/Service Charge Eligible? No Discretionary Performance Bonus Eligible? No Overview Assist guests with arrival and departure from hotel, while providing positive guests experiences.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Greet customers immediately with a friendly and sincere welcome.
• Use a positive and clear speaking voice, listen to and understand requests, respond with appropriate action and provide accurate information such as outlet hours and local attractions.
• Complete the registration process by inputting and retrieving information from a computer system, confirming pertinent information including number of guests and room rate.
• Promote HEI Hotels and Resorts and brand marketing programs.
• Make appropriate selection of rooms based on guest needs.
• Code electronic keys.
• Non-verbally confirm the room number and rate.
• Provide welcome folders containing room keys, certificates, coupons, and refreshment center keys as appropriate.
• Verify and imprint credit cards for authorization using electronic acceptance methods.
• Handle cash, make change and balance an assigned house bank.
• Accept and record vouchers, traveler’s checks, and other forms of payment.
• Convert foreign currency at current posted rates.
• Post charges to guest rooms and house accounts using the computer.
• Promptly answer the telephone using positive and clear communication.
• Input messages into the computer.
• Retrieve messages and communicate the content to the guest.
• Retrieve mail, small packages and facsimiles for customers as requested.
• Close guest accounts at time of check out and ascertain satisfaction.
• In the event of dissatisfaction, negotiate compromise, which may include authorizing revenue allowances.
• Field guest complaints, conducting thorough research to develop the most effective solutions and negotiate results.
• Listen and extend assistance in order to resolve problems such as price conflicts, insufficient heating or air conditioning, etc.
• Remain calm and alert especially during emergency situations and heavy hotel activity.
• Plan and implement detailed steps by using experienced judgment and discretion.
• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• Hotel experience preferred.
• Considerable skill in the use of a calculator to prepare moderately complex mathematical calculations without error.
• Ability to effectively deal with internal and external customers, some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact and diplomacy to defuse anger, collect accurate information and resolve conflicts.
• Ability to stand and move throughout front office and continuously perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to access and accurately input information using a moderately complex computer system.
• Ability to observe and detect signs of emergency situations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, customers and patrons.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.

Benefits

• HEI Hotels and Resorts is committed to providing a comprehensive benefit program that offers you choices for your physical, mental and financial wellness, creating value in your most important investment - you!
• For your physical and mental wellness we offer competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as Vision insurance programs through EyeMed.
• Our Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs are available for you to rejuvenate with time off.
• HEI also provides pet insurance through the ASPCA.
• For your financial wellness, HEI provides a wide array of coverage, including Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability plans.
• Our 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs provide additional incentives for choosing HEI as the employer of your future.
• Specific details and eligibility of these programs vary by location and employment status.

HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Company Culture

Recognizing that our success starts and ends with our associates under our pioneering culture of HEI Loves, we invest in and develop the most passionate and talented people in our industry. We show our love to our associates by providing market-leading compensation packages, generous PTO and flex-time initiatives, outstanding career development and advancement opportunities, and job-appropriate assets and resources. We’re always looking for associates who share our passion for hospitality.

With a variety of world-class brands in our portfolio, hotel locations throughout the United States, and an unparalleled suite of tools, technology, and training, we’re able to provide our associates with a truly unique opportunity to grow and build their future.

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