Front Desk Clerk

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-one medical coverage

401(k) matching

Annual performance bonus

Job summary

PENN Entertainment in Lake Charles, LA, is seeking a front desk professional to deliver friendly guest service in a fast-paced hotel/casino environment. You will check guests in/out, handle reservations, verify information, and assist with guest inquiries while maintaining confidentiality and a high level of professionalism.

The role requires flexibility for nights, weekends, and holidays, with opportunities to contribute to revenue through rate-based reservations and cross-department

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Hospitality or Front Desk experience preferred.
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Must be fluent and literate in English.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provides friendly and efficient service to guests during check in/out procedures.
• Makes and confirms reservations and assists guests with problems or questions.
• Obtains information necessary to guarantee rooms (e.g., identification, credit card verification, etc.).
• Performs Front Desk, Call Center, and other hotel-related duties when necessary.
• Keeps Hotel Services Supervisor informed of any problems.
• If assigned to “grave shift,” performs Night Audit duties and completes Flash Report in a correct and timely manner.
• Answers all reservation inquiries according to established guidelines, including assisting guests warranting complimentary accommodations.
• Maximizes resort revenues by selling reservations based on predetermined rate strategies.
• Accurately enters all reservations into the computer system according to department policy and procedure.
• Provides information to guests regarding local services and events.
• Assists the Player Development team with all reservations and requests.
• Performs group block management, including entering room lists and inventory control.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

English fluency

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Introduction

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Overview

We’re always looking for talent that believes in having fun. At PENN Entertainment, you’ll get to be a part of an exciting industry, where the days and nights are fast paced. You’ll work with an incredibly diverse set of coworkers driven by their enthusiasm for helping people find and have more fun. You’ll also get to work at a company that cares about your career growth and will help you get the support you need to expand your possibilities.

Initial placement within the salary range is based on an individual's relevant knowledge, skills, and experience. Base salary is just one component of our competitive Total Rewards package, which includes wellness programs designed to support our team members' financial, physical, and mental well-being.Specific benefits—such as day-one medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and annual performance bonus—mayvaryby position.Paid time off is earned according to the local policy and increases with the length of employment.

Click HEREto discover how we empower team members to grow, thrive, and advance in their careers.

Responsibilities

• Provides friendly and efficient service to guests during check in/check out procedures.
• Makes and confirms reservations and assists guests with problems or questions.
• Obtains information necessary to guarantee rooms (e.g., identification, credit card verification, etc.).
• Performs Front Desk, Call Center, and other hotel-related duties when necessary.
• Keeps Hotel Services Supervisor informed of any problems.
• If assigned to “grave shift,” performs Night Audit duties and completes Flash Report in a correct and timely manner.
• Answers all reservation inquiries according to established guidelines, including assisting guests warranting complimentary accommodations.
• Maximizes resort revenues by selling reservations based on predetermined rate strategies.
• Accurately enters all reservations into the computer system according to department policy and procedure.
• Provides information to guests regarding local services and events.
• Assists the Player Development team with all reservations and requests.
• Performs group block management, including the entering of room lists, inventory control, coordination of casino reservations, checking resort room arrivals, and maintaining a professional relationship with all departments associated with the resort.
• Verifies duties and examines work for accuracy, neatness, and adherence to established policies and procedures.
• Remains current on all casino activities and assists guests with all inquiries.
• Answers phone and assists with clerical tasks.
• Ensures that rooms are clean prior to issuing keys.
• Receives cash, checks, credit cards, and comps in payment, obtaining proper approval and authorization.
• Maintains an operating bank, renders bills, and issues change.
• Ensures the timely delivery of all messages, mail, and packages left for guests and departments within the Hotel/Casino.
• Responsible for the control of safe deposit transactions.
• Works closely with the Executive Hosts to ensure that all complimentary and high-end amenity offerings are provided consistent with the agreed-upon arrangements.
• Empowered to ensure guests’ problems/concerns are resolved in a prompt, courteous, and efficient manner.
• Performs all other related and compatible duties as assigned.
• Maintains strict confidentiality in all company matters.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior hospitality or Front Desk experience preferred.
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications preferred.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Must possess excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills; must be fluent and literate in English.
• Must have basic math and money handling skills.
• Ability to maintain a high level of energy and take a proactive and strategic approach to dealing with issues.
• Must have ability to work efficiently in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to meet deadlines and effectively manage multiple priorities in a demanding work environment.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, holidays, and fluctuating days off.