Front Desk Agent | WEEKEND SHIFTS

Donohoe Hospitality Services; Charlottesville (VA); Vor Ort; USD 22.000 - 23.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Hotel room discounts

Daily pay access

Minimum 32 hours/week

Zusammenfassung

The Draftsman, Charlottesville, Autograph Collection is seeking a Front Desk Agent. You will warmly welcome guests, manage check-ins/outs, handle payments, and provide local insights to ensure a smooth stay in a boutique, pet-friendly environment.

Staffing includes flexibility for weekend shifts, with a focus on accuracy, guest satisfaction, and team collaboration. 150 rooms, rooftop fitness, and a central location near UVA add to a dynamic, historic setting.

Qualifikationen

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain composure and good judgment under pressure.

Aufgaben

• Check guests in and out of the hotel according to brand standards.
• Inform guests about facilities, policies, and local attractions.
• Operate the hotel phone system and route calls to departments.
• Take, modify and cancel guestroom reservations as needed.
• Coordinate with other departments to fulfill guest requests and special arrangements.
• Post charges to guest accounts and handle cashier duties.
• Notify housekeeping/maintenance of reported issues with rooms or grounds.
• Follow security procedures and know hotel emergency protocols.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the Front Office area.

Kenntnisse

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Stamina

Calm under pressure

Jobbeschreibung

The Draftsman, Autograph Collection
1106 W Main St
Charlottesville, VA 22903, USA

Description

Working at The Draftsman, Charlottesville, University, Autograph Collection Hotel offers a unique and enriching experience. Perfectly situated on West Main Street, steps away from the University of Virginia and the UVA Medical Center, this pet-friendly, upscale boutique hotel features 150 well-appointed guestrooms, over 2,300 sq. ft of meeting space, and a rooftop fitness center. The hotel embodies the evocative spirit of Virginia's original voices and visions, as well as those of three Presidents-Madison, Monroe, and, most notably, the profound ingenuity of Thomas Jefferson. These historical references are presented in engaging ways, connecting the past, present, and future of this storied, historic region. Employees have the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment that celebrates history while providing modern amenities and services, making it an inspiring place to build a career.

Salary Range: $16.00 - $17.00 per hour

Position Summary

Our guests' first impression starts with you! As a Front Desk Agent, you will welcome our guests to the hotel, provide a smooth check-in process, handle payments, offer local insights, and pay attention to detail to ensure they have a friction-free stay experience.

*Candidates must be flexible and able to work WEEKEND SHIFTS as needed.

Essential Functions

• Check guests in and out of the hotel according to hotel and/or brand standards.
• Inform guests about the hotel's facilities, policies, and procedures. Provide tourist information to guests.
• Handle hotel phone system. Transfer calls to appropriate departments/guests. Accurately take messages for guests.
• Take, modify and cancel guestroom reservations.
• Deal with inquiries, requests, and concerns from guests. Coordinate with other departments to fulfill guest special requests.
• Perform cashier duties. Post phone charges and other miscellaneous charges to guest accounts.
• Notify housekeeping and maintenance of any reported problems with guestrooms or grounds.
• Follow in-house procedures to help ensure the security of guests and employees. Know hotel emergency procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness of the Front Office area.

Additional Responsibilities

• The hotel operates 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Department schedules must accommodate fluctuating business demands, and employees may be asked to work shifts other than those they prefer or normally work.
• Employees are required to adhere to all work rules, procedures, and policies established by the hotel, including, but not limited to, those contained in the employee handbook.

Skills and Abilities

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to maintain control and composure in difficult situations and exhibit good judgment.

Physical Requirements

• Stand and walk for extended periods during the shift.
• Lift and carry luggage, packages, and other items weighing up to a certain limit (e.g., 40 pounds).
• Sit, reach, stoop, bend, and kneel as necessary.
• Work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Interact with guests, colleagues, and staff members from diverse backgrounds.
• Adapt to varying work schedules, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Operate computer systems and other office equipment.

Benefits and Perks

Donohoe Hospitality Services is pleased to offer employees a comprehensive Benefits Package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, leaves of absence, retirement plans, paid time off, and hotel room discounts. and MORE! Through this selection of benefits and perks, we strive to give employees options that enhance their quality of life in and out of work. * Minimum32 hours/week to qualify

We also offer daily pay access where you can receive your earnings on the same day you work, empowering you to manage your finances easily and confidently.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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