Front Desk Agent - PT

Pyramid Global Hospitality; Excelsior Springs (MO); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Pyramid Global Hospitality owns The Elms Hotel & Spa in Excelsior Springs, Missouri, offering 153 guest rooms and robust meeting space. This front desk opportunity invites you to welcome guests, share local knowledge, and deliver warm hospitality in a dynamic, people-focused environment.

You will be part of a team dedicated to growth, training, and advancement, with an emphasis on service excellence and smooth operations across departments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Flexible availability including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Outgoing and engaging personality with desire to impact others.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and stand for shifts.

Responsibilities

• Check guests in and provide information about hotel amenities and local area.
• Deliver exceptional customer service and engage guests to create a memorable stay.
• Resolve issues and WOW guests with proactive recovery.
• Promote and sell hotel programs.
• Coordinate with other departments and follow procedures for posting and refunds.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Outgoing personality

Computer skills

Fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands-on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long-term partnerships.

At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact.

Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today, The Boston Globe, and The Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, and U.S. News & World Report, these recognitions reflect the culture, service excellence, and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.

About Our Property

Welcome to The Elms Hotel & Spa, a historic gem in the Pyramid Global Hospitality portfolio. Located in Excelsior Springs, Missouri, this iconic property features 153 guest rooms and 11,000 sq ft of versatile meeting space. With a rich history and a dedication to top-tier service, The Elms offers a unique and rewarding work environment. As a member of our team, you'll join a culture that values growth, teamwork, and professionalism. Whether you're in guest services, food and beverage, housekeeping, or spa and wellness, you'll have the chance to develop your skills while contributing to a collaborative and supportive atmosphere. We offer comprehensive training programs and opportunities for advancement, ensuring that our team members have the tools to excel. If you're passionate about hospitality and excited about joining a dynamic, people-first culture, The Elms Hotel & Spa is the perfect place to grow your career. Explore your potential with us today.

What You Will Have An Opportunity To Do

We are looking for a highly motivated individuals to join our Front Desk team. The ideal candidate uses their engaging personality to create a memorable first impression for our guests. While checking in, registering guests, the Front Desk Agent is a source of knowledge for the guest for everything about the hotel, its amenities, and the local area.

If you enjoy engaging with people from all over the world and making meaningful connections, as well as taking steps to "WOW" people, we want you! This is a tremendous opportunity for a driven person to grow a career in hospitality with a world-class property.

Your Role

• Help guests discover their "Wanderlust" experience
• Provide exceptional customer service by being engaging and taking sincere interest
• Check guests in, ensuring proper credit is received, special requests are noted and fulfilled, and accurate information is established.
• Help to resolve problems and "WOW" guests through recovery when things aren’t quite right
• Promote and sell special hotel programs.
• Interact with hotel/resort staff in a professional manner, assisting other departments with necessary information.
• Be knowledgeable of all emergency procedures and policies.
• Maintain house bank.
• Communicate all pertinent information to manager on duty.
• Follow set procedures on posting, charges, cashing checks, safe deposits, and refunds.
• Assist other departments as needed.
• Any additional tasks assigned by management.

What are we looking for?

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Flexible availability including weekends, evenings, and holidays
• A strong desire to make an impact on other people
• An outgoing and engaging personality
• Computer skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced setting
• Ability to stand for the duration of the shift
• Must be available to work various shifts including weekends and holidays

Compensation

$16

$16

Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.