Front Desk Agent - AC Hotel MPLS Downtown

Sage Hospitality; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in hospitality is seeking a dedicated Front Desk Associate to join their vibrant team at a modern hotel in downtown Minneapolis. This role is vital in ensuring guests have a seamless experience from check-in to check-out, while managing reservations and maintaining accurate records. The ideal candidate will possess strong customer service skills, a keen mathematical aptitude, and the ability to handle cash transactions with precision. Join a culture that values creativity and passion, and be part of a team that creates unforgettable experiences for guests. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy working with people, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Marriott Discounts worldwide

Sage Hotel & Restaurant Discounts

Medical, Vision, & Dental Insurance

401k for all

Discount Parking

Easy access to public transit

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• FOSSE experience preferred for managing reservations.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and manage check-in and check-out procedures.
• Handle cash transactions and maintain accurate hotel records.
• Provide timely information and assistance to guests.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Mathematical Aptitude

Cash Handling Procedures

Fluency in English

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

FOSSE

Computer Systems

Job description

Why us?

AC Hotels encompass Spanish roots, European soul and a global mindset. A timelessly modern hotel at an unusually smart value lifestyle brand. The AC Hotel by Marriott Minneapolis is located in downtown Minneapolis at the intersection of 4th and Hennepin across 4th Street from the Minneapolis Public Library. This 9-story, 245-key hotel will contain the AC lounge and bar, AC library, media salons, meeting space, boardroom and fitness center and will connect to the City skyway system. Sage Hospitality is set to hire for the AC Hotel Minneapolis Downtown. You will contain a creative spirit that makes this AC Marriott come to life, all the while precisely managing the operation keeping the hotel profitable.

Job Overview

Responds in a professional and courteous manner to arriving, departing and in-house guests by providing accurate and timely information and services. Responds to telephone and in-person inquiries regarding reservations, hotel information and guest concerns.

Responsibilities

• Greets and completes established check-in procedures for arriving guests on a daily basis, using both manual and computerized methods, in order to ensure guest are satisfied and in rooms as requested.
• Facilitates guest departure (check-out) on a daily basis by following established manual and computer procedures in order to close guest accounts and open the room for the next sell.
• Regularly calculates and/or posts monies, receipts, guest accounts and other forms of credit using accurate, proper cash handling methods and established procedures in order to present the customer with timely and precise hotel charges upon check-out and maintain accurate hotel records.
• Courteously answers inquiries and accepts reservations, both in person and by telephone, by accurately communicating hotel rates and information and by using suggestive selling techniques to sell room nights, increase occupancy and revenue.
• Maintains good customer relations by keeping abreast of all in-house and area functions in order to answer questions and concerns with timely and knowledgeable responses, in person and on telephone.
• Operates the PBX equipment by accepting incoming calls, assisting outgoing calls, scheduling and setting wake-up calls and paging guests to provide guests with timely and efficient service.
• Controls cash transactions at the front desk and maintains complete responsibility for personal bank as specified by hotel bank agreement policy.
• Maintains a friendly, cheerful and courteous demeanor at all times.

Qualifications

Education/Formal Training

High School diploma or equivalent

Experience

FOSSE experience preferred.

Knowledge/Skills

• Must have high school graduate level mathematical aptitude, know standard cash handling procedures and knowledge of computerized cash register systems.
• Must have past experience in dealing directly with the public and acquired general knowledge of basic customer service skills.
• Must be fluent in oral and written English.
• Must be able to use tact and understanding when dealing with a variety of customer service problems, including stressful and highly emotional situations.
• Must be highly organized and able to pay attention to minute written and verbal details, particularly when performing multiple tasks.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to read written communiques and monochrome computer screen.
• Must be able to operate computer, calculator and telephone keyboards, for cash handling and paperwork processing.
• Must be able to understand and follow verbal/written instructions, work on more than one task at a time, and be able to communicate both verbally and in writing.
• 90% of shift is standing, Bending/kneeling - repeated bending and kneeling required while filing.
• Mobility - must be able to reach all areas of hotel to assist clients.
• Occasional standing. Occasional carrying and lifting of files and office items up to 25 lbs.

Environment

Prolonged standing at indoor, thermostatically climate-controlled work station under florescent lighting. Work inside 95%

Benefits

The Perks

• Marriott Discounts worldwide, Sage Hotel & Restaurant Discounts across the US
• Medical, Vision, & Dental Insurance for full time associates, 401k for all
• Discount Parking and easy access to public transit.

Share Sage Values & Culture: At Sage we create a culture of belonging. Our team members serve with creativity, and passion. Sage associates execute unforgettable experiences and take pride in our communities. We set new standards in hospitality.

SalaryUSD $19.00 - USD $19.00 /Hr.