Front Desk Agent - Part-Time AM Shift

Sage Hospitality; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join their team in a dynamic hotel environment. This role involves providing exceptional customer service to guests, ensuring a smooth check-in and check-out process, and maintaining accurate financial records. With a focus on personal and professional growth, employees are empowered to make a positive impact in the community. Enjoy a range of benefits including 401(k) matching, discounts on hotel stays, and a supportive work culture that values your contributions. If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career in hospitality, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off

401K Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Discounted Hotel Stays

Discount at Starbucks

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; customer service experience preferred.
• Mathematical aptitude and knowledge of cash handling procedures essential.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Mathematical Aptitude

Cash Handling Procedures

Fluency in English

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Computerized Cash Register Systems

PBX Equipment

Job description

Hyatt Place Pena Station/ Denver Airport is ideally located for exploring the Mile High City while staying close to the airport. This beautiful 226 room hotel opened in November of 2019 and has a full-service Starbucks and two-sided fireplace which offers a relaxing and warm atmosphere to all employees and guests. We are committed to making you feel as part of a culture and not just an employee.

Hyatt Place Pena Station offers multiple benefits to our employees including, medical/dental/vision insurance, flexible spending account, short and long turn disability, paid time off, 401K matching, tuition reimbursement, discounted hotel stays, discount at Starbucks, etc.

As part of Sage Hospitality Group, we passionately strive to be the best and create excellence in everything we do. We believe in enriching lives one experience at a time. More than a slogan, we empower our employees to make positive impacts on the communities in which we live and work. By providing genuine service we build relationships with our guests and value for our shareholders, and we create unforgettable experiences.

No matter your daily role, Sage recognizes that your success is about more than the work you do—it is really about who you are, which is why we invest in your personal and professional growth. We hope you consider joining us!

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 satisfaction and that they are 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 sale.
• 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 the 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.

Prolonged standing at indoor, thermostatically climate-controlled work station under fluorescent lighting. Work inside 95% of the time.

Benefits

• Eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) program with employer matching.
• Great discounts on Hotels, Restaurants, and much more.
• Eligible to participate in the Employee Referral Bonus Program. Up to $1,000 per referral.

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