Front Desk Agent - Dune House Hotel & Spa

Sage Hospitality Group; Florida; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Sage Hospitality Group's Dune House on the Florida coast is seeking a friendly front desk agent to welcome guests and set the tone for their stay.

You will handle check-ins/outs, answer questions, process reservations, and manage cash with accuracy while delivering warm, memorable service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken.
• Experience in direct customer service is preferred but not required.
• Ability to handle cash and operate a computerized cash register.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and complete check-in procedures efficiently.
• Assist with check-out and close guest accounts using standard procedures.
• Process payments, cash handling and receipts accurately.
• Answer inquiries in person and by phone about reservations and hotel services.
• Maintain knowledge of local events and hotel information to assist guests.
• Operate front desk systems and ensure guest records are accurate.

Skills

Cash handling

Customer service

English fluency

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma

Tools

POS system

Job description

Why us?

Where Every Stay Becomes a Story Worth Retelling.The newly reimagined Dune House blends soulful design with the laid-back rhythm of the beach. Our rooms and public spaces are crafted to spark curiosity and comfort, filled with fresh ocean views, thoughtfully curated touches, and surprises that invite guests to slow down and savor the moment.

As part of our guest services team, you will help create the very first memories guests have of this new experience. From the moment they step inside, you will guide them into the spirit of the brand by offering warmth, a sense of place, and a feeling of belonging.

If you love helpingpeoplefeel effortlessly at home and take pride in creating heartfelt connections,youbelong here.

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

None required

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%