Front Desk Agent - AM Shift

The Hedreen Hotel Employer; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision after 30 days

Life Insurance + AD&D

401k with company match

Paid Time Off

EAP

Travel Assistance

Discounted parking

Free meals

Employee events

Job summary

Renaissance Seattle seeks a Front Office Agent for the AM shift to warmly welcome guests, check them in/out, and deliver personalized experiences. You will collaborate with departments to meet guest needs, handle wake-up calls, and maintain guest accounts in a fast-paced environment.

Required is a High school diploma or GED and at least 1 year in guest services. English communication and strong customer service are essential; disability accommodations are supported as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of guest services or related experience preferred.
• Clear English communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to de-escalate situations and handle fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist guests checking in/out with a smile and professionalism.
• Engage guests about stay, services, and local attractions.
• Anticipate guest needs and note preferences to surprise and delight.
• Assist guests with disabilities and coordinate with relevant departments.
• Maintain accuracy of guest accounts and handle wake-up calls.

Skills

Guest services

English communication

Customer service

De-escalation

Written communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Front Desk Agent - AM Shift

Regular Full-Time Seattle, WA, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 1558

Hourly Compensation: $25.50

(This is a fixed hourly wage rate. No wage range exists).

This position may be eligible for longevity incentive program at 6 months, and 1 year of employment.

BENEFITS

• Affordable Medical/Dental/Vision after 30 days of employment with free Back + Joint Care Program
• Free Short-Term Disability (up to $750 per week). Long-Term Disability at cost (up to $10K/month) after 30 days of employment
• Free Basic Life Insurance + Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Plan after 30 days of employment (1.5 times of annual salary)
• 401k after 30 days of employment with company match (100% of salary deferrals up to the first 3% and 50% of salary deferrals on next 2%)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Plan (accrue from day one at a rate of 0.061 hours per regular hour worked, use on 91 st day of employment)
• Voluntary Life + Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Plan
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Travel Assistance Program

OTHER BENEFITS

• Hotel discounts at 10,000+ global destinations (nightly rates as low as $45)
• Parking: Discounted parking in hotel garage ($7/day or $140 monthly pass)
• 50% subsidy for public transportation expenses
• Referral program of $250 per successfully referred new hire
• Complimentary cafeteria meals
• Monthly employee appreciation events
• Employee Exercise Room
• Community Service Events

WHY THE RENAISSANCE SEATTLE HOTEL?

Were you always the curious kid that opened every cabinet, peeked behind every door, and never passed up the opportunity to ask "why"? If that sounds like you, then the Renaissance is the place for you! Here at the Renaissance Seattle we welcome you to bring your personal style to every experience and interaction and encourage the curiosity and the “why” in you. If you’ve got authentic style, a natural curiosity and a warm way with people, then come live the Renaissance way…. live life to DISCOVER. If you’re passionate about your neighborhood, always looking to explore places one wouldn’t find in a travel guide and love making new and exciting discoveries then the Renaissance Seattle is the right place for you to shine, explore, and grow! The Renaissance isn’t just a place to spend the night, it's a place with style just as unique and adventurous as yours. We’re not just looking for anyone… We’re looking for YOU!

Where do you want your career to go? It’s up to you. A lifer in your discipline – great, we know you will perform exceptionally every day. Would you like to explore other disciplines at some point? There is no better opportunity than this one. You are striving to be a Supervisor, Front Office Manager, Director of Rooms, or more? We’ll support you all the way.

ABOUT OUR MANAGEMENT COMPANY

• The R.C. Hedreen Company is Seattle’s pre‑eminent hotel developer. R.C. Hedren Co. built the Hilton, Crowne Plaza, Renaissance, Grand Hyatt, Hyatt at Olive 8, Hyatt Regency, and more to come.
• Ownership is also the management company – No red tape
• The company values longevity – nearly half of our team has been with us 5+ years

ABOUT OUR HOTEL

• 4 th largest hotel in Seattle
• Stable operation – hotel has never been sold
• Three onsite Beverage and Food outlets, The Fig & The Judge Restaurant, the 515 Bar & Lounge, The 515 Coffee Bar

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a Renaissance Front Office Agent to work the PM shift, to use their passion for discovery, to add creativity and originality to the way they deliver unique, and personalized experiences to our guests, as they are checking in or checking out. This position reports to the Front Office Manager, and the primary responsibilities are listed below, to include and are not limited to the following:

• Cultivate and Maintain Guest Relations
• Welcome and acknowledge each and every guest with a smile as you check our guests in, and as you check them out
• Engage guests in conversation regarding their stay, property services, and area attractions/offerings
• Anticipate guests' needs, including using cues to uncover their passions, asking questions of to better understand their needs and watching/listening to preferences to surprise and delight them whenever possible
• Address guests' service needs and special requests in a professional, positive, and timely manner
• Assist individuals with disabilities such as but not limited to assisting visually, audio, or physically, when requested or needed
• Collaborate with and contact appropriate individual or department to deliver and exceed our guests’ needs (e.g., Bell-person, Front Desk, Housekeeping, Engineering, Security/Loss Prevention, etc.) as necessary to resolve guest call, request, or issue
• Manage and secure bank
• Print credit check report, review status of each account, and follow up on accounts beyond approved credit limits
• Receive and record wake-up call requests and deliver to appropriate department
• Follow property specific procedures for handling emergency situations (e.g., evacuations, medical emergencies, natural disasters)

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED
• 1 year experience in the guest services, front desk, or related field
• Must be able to write, type, and verbally communicate clearly and proficiently in English, and while delivering customer service and utilizing computer systems
• Ability to de-escalate dynamic situationsAbility to perform job duties while demonstrating customer service skills in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

OTHER INFORMATION

Offers of employment are contingent on verification of information provided by the applicant as part of the application process, including background check

Washington State is an “at-will” state and as such both employer and employee reserve the right to terminate employment at any time, with or without notice or cause, except as otherwise provided by law.

Renaissance Seattle is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Renaissance Seattle does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local laws. Consistent with these obligations, Renaissance Seattle also provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified and are subject to reasonable adaptations at any time, as the company requires. This job description is not a contract and may be adjusted as deemed appropriate in the employer’s sole discretion.