Front Desk Hospitality Agent

Sonder; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 31,595 - 41,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Flexible vacation

Wellness and volunteering days

Annual free credits and discounts to stay in Sonder locations

Job summary

Sonder is looking for a team member to deliver exceptional customer service while guiding guests through our tech-enabled experience in Minneapolis. This role will involve ensuring the cleanliness and organization of both guest spaces and supporting roles in back-house operations.

The ideal candidate should have strong problem-solving skills, be detail-oriented, and have a customer service background. This position may require flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, with a focus on creating an unforgettable stay for our guests.

Qualifications

• Experience in hotels, restaurants, or customer service roles.
• Positive and service-minded attitude.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Experience with digital communication systems.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Create exceptional first impressions for guests.
• Guide guests through Sonder's technology.
• Ensure cleanliness of guest-facing areas.
• Assist back-of-house team as needed.
• Support market leadership with administrative tasks.

Skills

Customer service

Problem-solving

Computer literacy

Detail-oriented

Communication

Job description

Sonder (NASDAQ: SOND) is a leading global hospitality brand, offering premium, design-forward apartments and intimate boutique hotels for the modern, savvy traveler. Founded in 2014, Sonder combines thoughtfully designed spaces with seamless, tech-enabled service — all delivered through a single, beautifully integrated experience.

Our properties are located in the world’s most sought-after neighborhoods, spanning 40+ markets across nine countries and three continents. Through the Sonder app, guests enjoy full control over their stay — from self check-in to 24/7 support — making every detail of travel easier, more flexible, and more inspiring.

In 2024, we announced a strategic partnership with Marriott International, bringing Sonder properties to Marriott.com and the Marriott Bonvoy app. This integration connects our inventory and front of house and back of house systems with the world’s largest travel loyalty platform — unlocking exciting new possibilities for our guests and employees.

Sonder is focused on delivering amazing experiences for the modern traveler while driving smart, sustainable growth. Our team blends the agility of a tech company with the standards of a global hospitality brand — and we’re building something that’s reshaping the future of travel.

Life At Sonder

We aspire to build a workplace where employees can thrive. Our culture shapes how we make decisions, how we conduct meetings, how we communicate, and how we treat each other. It’s the coordinated way in which we work that gives us a shot at achieving the epic tale we hope to be part of. Our Leadership Principles are a foundational part of our culture and they play a vital role in guiding the values and actions of our team members. Each of these principles is at the heart of what we do.

The Opportunity

• Be the face of Sonder, working collaboratively with team members to create an exceptional first impression on our guests, visitors, and all internal and external partners from the front desk.
• Guide guests through the technology-rich Sonder experience, ensuring they make the most of their stay by engaging with the Sonder app and self-service features.
• Communicate with guests in‑person and through digital communication systems to anticipate and address their needs, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience throughout their stay.
• Handle all guest interactions with the highest quality of service and professionalism, owning guest issues to resolution and accommodating requests whenever possible.
• Ensure the maintenance, cleanliness, and organization of both guest‑facing and back‑of‑house working spaces, contributing to a welcoming and efficient environment for both guests and team members.
• Flexibly support the back‑of‑house team on a day‑to‑day basis as needs arise, including housekeeping quality audits, inventory checks, and minor maintenance and technology issues; support multiple Sonder properties throughout the local market, as required.
• Assist market leadership with administrative tasks to keep all operations running smoothly and contribute to continuous improvement in the guest experience.
• In markets where applicable you will also be required to set up the breakfast buffet and tables, help serve and take care of the breakfast, and respect HACCP guidelines.

Who We Look For

• Demonstrated experience working in hotels, restaurants, or customer‑facing hospitality, service, and/or customer experience roles.
• Personable, service‑minded, and positive; you love speaking with guests in‑person and through digital support channels.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills, with a proactive approach to addressing guest needs and a desire to get it done for our guests.
• Strong computer literacy and writing skills, and comfortable switching between multiple desktop and mobile applications.
• Organized, hardworking, and detail‑oriented; someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment with an ability to work effectively both independently and in a team.
• Flexible schedule and open to working evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to remain standing for extended periods of time and lift and/or carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Proficiency in languages other than English is an asset.
• This role requires regular access to a reliable smartphone for work purposes (expense reimbursement available).
• This role requires a reliable vehicle to use for work, a valid driver’s license, and a clean driving record with proof of insurance.

The pay range for this role is between $31,595.00 - $41,600.00 annually. Actual pay within the range is dependent on multiple factors, including your geographic location. Equity, benefits, and discretionary bonus may be additional forms of compensation for this role and are not included in the provided pay range.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental and vision insurance (where applicable)
• Flexible vacation
• Wellness and volunteering days
• Annual free credits and discounts to stay in Sonder locations
• Workplace flexibility (for remote‑specified positions only)

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal‑opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other classification protected by applicable state, federal or local law. Extend Hospitality To All is one of Sonder’s Leadership Principles. Living up to that principle means fully embracing diversity: ensuring that all of our employees, guests, partners, and communities feel safe, respected, included, cared for, and empowered.

As part of our commitment to creating a workplace open to all, we have created Sonder Circles, also known as employee resource groups. These groups aim to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace aligned with the communities they serve.