Front Desk Associate

OTO Development; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with company match

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Travel discounts

Job summary

OTO Development is seeking a Front Desk Associate to warmly welcome guests, manage check-in/check-out, and support guest experiences at our property. You will proficiently use the reservation system and related tools to ensure smooth operations and accurate financial handling.

The role emphasizes guest service excellence, teamwork, and effective communication to meet needs and resolve issues, with a coverage in the local property environment.

Qualifications

• Love working with people and go above and beyond for each guest's needs.
• Work well with others and enjoy being part of a team.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• You are a solution finder and strive for the best guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist guests with check-in and check-out during their stay.
• Operate the hotel's electronic reservation system and related programs.
• Handle all financial transactions securely and accurately.
• Anticipate guests' needs to maximize satisfaction.
• Collaborate with the team to maintain a hospitable, guest-focused environment.

Skills

People skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Job description

We are pleased to announce a wonderful opportunity for a Front Desk Associate.

What will you be doing most days?

• Assist guests in the check-in and check-out procedure, as well as, throughout the entirety of their stay
• Work proficiently on the hotel's electronic reservation system, as well as, other computer programs to ensure a seamless workflow
• Handle all financial matters – including credit card and cash transactions – securely, accurately, and with the utmost integrity
• Anticipate guests' needs and go out of your way to maximize the guest experience
• Work collectively with other team members to foster a hospitable, approachable, and customer-focused environment for our guests

What are the requirements for this position?

• You love working with people and will go above and beyond for each guests' needs
• You work well with others and enjoying working and being part of a team
• You have excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• You are not just a problem solver, but also a solution finder and will do anything to ensure the best experience for our guests

Physical Requirements For This Position

This is a physically demanding position. You must be comfortable standing, sitting, walking, bending, lifting, and squatting for extended periods of time.

Travel Requirements

This position would require little to no travel outside the property and surrounding area.

This property is managed by OTO Development.

About OTO Development

OTO Development is an industry-leading hotel development and management company. Partnering with the strongest brands in hospitality, OTO owns and operates a portfolio of upscale select service, extended stay, and lifestyle hotels in key markets across the United States. OTO has been honored as Developer of the Year by major brand partners multiple times while also earning accolades for outstanding guest service, operational excellence, community service, and sales, marketing, and revenue success.

Our company provides competitive pay and benefit programs, including medical insurance options, dental and vision insurance, 401k with company match, company provided life insurance, tuition assistance, paid time off, paid holiday time, travel discounts, and more.

Position: Front Desk Associate

Department: Property

Hourly

Position Reports to: General Manager

Revised 5/8/26