Front Desk Agent

TPG Hotels and Resorts; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurances

Disability Insurances

Supplemental Life Insurances

401(k) Retirement Plan with company

Paid Time Off, Vacation and Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Amazing hotel discounts

Job summary

TPG Hotels and Resorts is seeking a Front Desk Agent to be the first point of contact for guests, providing welcome service and managing administrative tasks. You will assist with check-in/check-out, handle inquiries, and ensure a smooth, hospitable experience.

The role requires strong guest service orientation, basic accounting skills, and comfort with computers and phones. This on-site position offers opportunities to engage with guests and collaborate across hotel departments.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent experience.
• Strong guest service orientation and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and manage multiple tasks.
• Proficiency with computers, phones, and basic office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Greet and check in guests, verify reservations, and inform about services, amenities, and policies.
• Handle check-out, process payments, and issue invoices or receipts with billing accuracy.
• Answer phone calls, direct inquiries to the right department, and respond to emails promptly.
• Manage room/service reservations, cancellations, and changes with up-to-date data entry.
• Assist guests with requests, provide local information, and resolve concerns courteously.
• Perform administrative duties: mail, visitor log, file organization, and front desk presentation.
• Monitor access and issue visitor badges; coordinate with security as needed.
• Handle cash transactions accurately and reconcile at shift end.
• Multi-task across guests, calls, inquiries, and administrative tasks.
• Collaborate with housekeeping, maintenance, and management for smooth operations.

Skills

Guest service

Communication

Basic accounting

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calculator

Job description

Job Overview

The Front Desk Agent is the first point of contact for guests and clients entering the establishment. They are responsible for providing excellent customer service, managing administrative tasks, and ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience for all visitors.

What You'll Be Doing

• Greeting and Check-In: Welcome guests, clients, or customers in a friendly and professional manner. Assist with the check-in process, verify reservations, and provide necessary information about the facility's services, amenities, and policies.


• Check-Out and Payment Processing: Handle check-out procedures, process payments, and issue invoices or receipts as needed. Ensure accuracy in billing and resolve any payment-related queries.


• Phone and Email Communication: Answer incoming phone calls, direct calls to the appropriate department or person, and provide information or assistance as required. Respond to emails and inquiries promptly and professionally.


• Reservation Management: Manage room or service reservations, cancellations, and modifications. Ensure accurate data entry and maintain an up-to-date reservation system.


• Guest Services: Assist guests with requests such as room changes, additional amenities, directions, and local recommendations. Address and resolve guest complaints or concerns in a timely and courteous manner.


• Administrative Tasks: Perform various administrative duties, including managing mail and packages, maintaining the visitor log, organizing files, and ensuring the front desk area is organized and presentable.


• Security and Access Control: Monitor access to the premises, issue visitor badges or passes, and ensure security protocols are followed. Collaborate with security personnel when necessary.


• Cash Handling: Handle cash transactions accurately and securely. Maintain an organized cash drawer and reconcile transactions at the end of each shift.


• Multi-Tasking: Manage multiple tasks simultaneously, including attending to guests, answering phone calls, handling inquiries, and completing administrative tasks.


• Collaboration: Work closely with other departments such as housekeeping, maintenance, and management to ensure smooth operations and guest satisfaction.


• Emergency Response: Follow established procedures for emergency situations, such as fire alarms or medical emergencies. Provide assistance to guests and staff as needed.

Skills And Abilities

High school education or equivalent experience. Strong guest service orientation, basic accounting skills, and familiarity with hospitality industry practices preferred. Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure. Proficiency in operating a computer, calculator, phone and other office equipment. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with good organizational and efficient time management skills.

Working Conditions & Physical Effort

Physical work is a primary part of many of our hotel and resort jobs. Physical requirements include extended standing and walking, climbing, bending, reaching, pulling, pushing, kneeling, and lifting to 50 lbs. Some work is performed in an interior hotel environment with equipment and machines.

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurances


• Disability Insurances


• Supplemental Life Insurances


• Flexible Spending Accounts


• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match


• Paid Time Off, Vacation and Holidays


• Employee Assistance Program


• AMAZING HOTEL DISCOUNTS to any property in the TPG portfolio and MUCH MORE!

*Benefits vary by location*

Part-Time Benefits Also Available!

EEO/VET/DISABLED