Front Desk Associate - Part Time

Spacious Skies Campgrounds; Town of Austerlitz (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading campground where you will be the face of guest services! As a Front Desk Associate, you will handle reservations, assist guests, and ensure a welcoming environment. This role requires excellent organizational skills and a positive attitude, making it perfect for someone passionate about customer service. You'll have the opportunity to work closely with a supportive team and contribute to the campground's success. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy helping others, this position is ideal for you!

Qualifications

• 1+ years of customer service experience with exceptional skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage reservations and assist guests during their stay.
• Ensure cleanliness and compliance with health regulations.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Organizational Skills

Computer Literacy

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Cloud-based Reservations System (CampSpot)

Microsoft Office 365

Sales Tracking Software

POS Software

Job description

The role:The Front Desk Associate is responsible for handling all routine office duties and guest service requests. The person who fills this role will work closely with the General Manager, maintenance crews, and other team members. This position is the face of the campground and requires a highly organized individual with excellent customer service skills and a positive, can-do attitude! This position is one of the faces of the campground and requires a highly organized individual with excellent customer service skills and a positive, can-do attitude! This role offers the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team and contribute to the success of the campground.
Spacious Skies benefits from operating as a collective. While this position is for one specific location, opportunity may arise to participate in efforts and activity to help grow the brand and operations so we can all continue our leading position competing with industry giants! In some cases, this may include the opportunity to travel to work at a sister campground.

Responsibilities:

• Book and manage reservations using our cloud-based park management system
• Assist guests throughout the duration of their stay
• Follow specific cash and credit card handling procedures and properly use the computer, cash register, credit card and various other front desk equipment
• Actively participate in all meetings
• Follow proper call handling procedures by answering all calls on or before the second ring when staffed at the front desk
• Provide to guests’ information about local attractions, restaurants, services, etc.
• Ensure proper communication with maintenance and other crews as necessary
• Handle daily, weekly, and monthly stocking and cleaning duties as requested by manager
• Other duties as assigned
• Clean and tidy all areas and accommodations to the standard cleanliness within time limits
• Ensure housekeeping projects do not interfere with guests’ use of facilities and amenities
• Maintain appropriate levels of consumables to run the housekeeping program
• Conduct facilities and accommodation inspections routinely to ensure cleanliness and proper function
• Comply with health and safety regulations
• Act in line with any company and licensing laws

Qualifications:

• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Computer literacy and the ability to learn new systems quickly
• Knowledge of cloud-based reservations systems (CampSpot) a plus
• Ability to work nights and weekends
• Prioritization and time management skills

Education/Experience:

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years customer service experience and exceptional customer service skills
• Customer service attitude
• Proficiency in computers, sales tracking software or CRM tools, booking and POS software, email, and Microsoft Office 365
• A team player who is willing to assist others when needed
• The desire to continue learning new skills

Accommodations/Working Conditions:

The Front Office Associate is a position the can work in every area of the campground but mainly at the front office, which would require to sit in front of a computer for extended periods of time. They are required to perform repetitive tasks using a computer and other office machinery as well as be required to perform repetitive tasks using a housekeeping tools and other machine. They will deal with many customer inquiries, check-ins and check-outs and need to maintain composure and professionalism at all times.

Physical Requirements:

This position requires the employee to sit, stand and walk for extended periods of time on a regular basis. The employee must be able to perform a variety of tasks, some repetitive, and will be required to walk, sit, stand, lift, bend, etc., in the fulfillment of their job responsibilities.