Front Desk Agent - Full Time

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Full-Time Front Office Host to enhance guest experiences at a modern hotel in downtown Columbus. In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for guest registration and communication of hotel services, playing a key part in creating memorable stays. Join a team that values empathy, respect, and inclusion, while enjoying benefits like free hotel nights and health coverage. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for customer service, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

12 Free Nights at Hyatt Hotels

50% Discounts at F&B Outlets

Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

Vacation + PTO Days

Discounted Flight Program

Uniform Provided

Free COTA Bus Pass

Free Meals

Education Assistance up to $1,000

Team Building Activities

Qualifications

• Strong guest service orientation to meet high guest expectations.
• Refined verbal and written communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage guest registration and communicate hotel services.
• Ensure a positive guest experience through casual conversation.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Soft Selling Skills

Team Player

Education

High School Diploma

Hospitality Management Degree

Job description

"When you work in Hawaii, in addition to learning about the functional aspects of running a hotel — like the proper way to make a bed or how to best handle luggage — it’s critically important to understand Hawaiian culture and the spirit of ‘ohana, or ‘family.’ When opening the first Andaz property in Hawaii, our team participated in Hawaiian culture training to help us understand what ‘ohana truly means. "

Located within walking distance of Nationwide Arena and the trendy Arena District, Hyatt Regency Columbus redefines the modern hotel experience. We offer 633 renovated guest rooms and spacious suites and 70,000 square feet of flexible meeting space.We are connected to the Greater Columbus Convention Center and steps to the Short North Arts District, ours is the hotel in which to meet and play in downtown Columbus.

Are you ready?

Because we are looking for aFull-Time Front Office Host!

What does the ROLE entail?

• Responsible for the guest registration process and communication of hotel services and promotions
• Strong guest service orientation in order to ensure high guest expectations
• This highly visible role gives opportunity for casual conversation and has a direct impact on creating the guest experience
• Fast-paced environment that requires continuous standing
• Other duties may include processing forms of payment, responding to guest inquiries, and upselling hotel rooms.
• Our Values: Empathy | Integrity | Respect | Inclusion | Experimentation | Wellbeing

Your EXPERIENCE:

• Past experience strongly preferred
• A true desire to satisfy the needs of others
• Capable of standing for long periods of time
• Refined verbal and written communications skills
• Unafraid of customer service related tasks and responsibilities
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and potential holidays
• A fun and energized person
• Soft selling skills
• Strong customer service orientation and customer service recovery skills

What’s in it for YOU?

• An entry to the Hyatt Family, a place where we care for people so they can be their best
• 12 free nights at Hyatt hotels globally every year after 90 days of service and 50% Discounts at our F&B outlets
• Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage after 30 days of employment
• Vacation + PTO days
• Discounted flight program
• Uniform provided and laundry is taken care of in house
• Free COTA Bus Pass
• Free meals, Family Events, and Recognition Celebrations
• Discounted monthly parking passes for Downtown parking
• Take pride in working for a company that is in the “100 Best Companies to Work For” by FORTUNE

What will you get from US?

“Our purpose is to care for people so they can be their best – and we believe wellbeing is the ultimate realization of our purpose”

• To support our colleagues mental wellbeing we provide access to “Headspace App” for all employees, free of charge, as well as hotel gym access
• Social & Community Activities; Team building outings, Sports/wellbeing activities
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance eligibility after 30 days of employment

Development:

“Careers at Hyatt don’t have to follow a traditional career ladder or path with one pace and following only one direction.

• With over 700 Hyatt Hotels and Resorts in the United States, opportunities for internal promotions are abundant
• Regular Check-In Conversations with Managers to discuss personal career goals
• A wide range of on-property and online training opportunities though-out the year.
• Education assistance of up to $1,000 per year toward personal growth and development

Qualifications

Your MINDSET:

• A team player with a good portion of personality
• Enthusiasm and a hands-on mentality
• A true representative of the company to customers, employees, and the public
• A team player with a hands-on mentality and a love for guest service
• A true support for our customers and colleagues
• A fun and energized person

AreWEwhatYOUare looking for?

If the answer isYES, then please click the link and apply!

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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