Front Desk Agent

Raines Company; Waynesville (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company is seeking a Front Desk Agent to provide exceptional service to guests. Responsibilities include check-in/check-out, handling inquiries, and ensuring guest satisfaction. The role offers opportunities for career advancement within a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Points based bonus

Daily pay

Employee Referral bonus program

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service or guest-related positions.
• Must speak English fluently.
• Experience in hospitality preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests courteously and efficiently.
• Handle guest concerns and payments.
• Communicate effectively with departments.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

PMS

Quore

PBX

Job description

Raines Co. - Your Future is Now

Position Summary: The Front Desk Agent is responsible for greeting guests in a courteous and efficient manner, handling inquires, checking-in/out, and reserving rooms.

We offer a points based bonus, daily pay, an Employee Referral bonus program, and the opportunity to join a winning culture recognized for rewarding our best with opportunities to advance their career within the company.

Established in 1988 as a family-owned business, we have grown into a fully integrated development, management, and investment company that develops, operates, and owns the world’s leading hotel brands as well as boutique hotels. Raines has maintained a family-oriented culture that believes in building relationships with our associates, with our partners and within the communities where we operate.

Essential Functions

• Assisting guests efficiently, courteously, and professionally at all times
• Maintain a high level of service and hospitality
• Promptly and effectively deal with guest concerns or issues and see all are met to satisfaction in timely manner
• Post guest charges, collect payments and follow all cash handling procedures
• Handle guest mail and messages with respect to privacy and professionalism
• Be knowledgeable of the hotel brand and various programs (travel programs, special offers)
• Be a great communicator to various departments and management on guest comments and concerns
• Respond quickly to incoming calls, lobby visitors and team members needing front desk assistance
• Have full knowledge of hotel safety and emergency procedures
  
  

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent
• Experience in customer service, forward-facing, or other guest related positions
• Proficient in Microsoft Office or similar computer applications
• Experience in the hospitality industry as a front desk agent, hotel receptionist or other guest services preferred
• Experience with brand or property specific PMS, Quore, PBX and other hotel related systems preferred
• Must speak English fluently.
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Problem solving, reasoning, and ability to multi-task and interact with people under pressure.
  
  

Raines is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This description is a summary of primary responsibilities and qualifications. The job description is not intended to include all duties or qualifications that may be required now or in the future. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pre-employment background check required.