Front Desk Host

Proper Hospitality; Culver City (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Culver Hotel, operated by Proper Hospitality, is seeking a Front Desk Agent to be the first point of contact for guests and to ensure a seamless, welcoming experience from check-in to check-out.

You will collaborate with Front Desk, Housekeeping, and other hotel teams to meet guest needs efficiently and professionally, delivering exceptional service and maintaining high standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in customer service or hospitality preferred.
• Experience with hotel reservation systems (InforHMS, Alice) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests on arrival and provide a warm check-in experience.
• Verify reservations, process payments, and assign rooms efficiently.
• Handle check-outs, ensuring accurate charges and a positive departure.
• Respond to inquiries and requests, resolving issues to guests’ satisfaction.
• Coordinate with housekeeping and other departments to ensure seamless operations.
• Monitor email and phone inquiries and assist with reservations.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Organization

Customer service orientation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

InforHMS

Alice

Reservation systems

Job description

Welcome to the Culver Hotel, where classic meets contemporary and history is reimagined. With artful design and European ambiance, our 1924 National Landmark stands proudly in the heart of Downtown Culver City, one of Los Angeles’ most vibrant and walkable neighborhoods. More than a hotel, we are a destination where people come together to enjoy curated experiences, explore local culture, and reconnect with old world elegance. Whether you are dining at Lillie's, hosting an event, joining us for live music and cocktails, or staying in one of our vintage-inspired guest rooms, we can’t wait to welcome you to our legendary Culver City luxury hotel.

Job Summary

As a Front Desk Agent, you will be the first point of contact for our guests and play a key role in providing exceptional customer service. Your main responsibility will be to ensure a smooth and welcoming guest experience from check-in to check-out. This role is critical in maintaining the hotel’s high standards of service, guest satisfaction, and smooth operations. You will work closely with the Front Desk team, Housekeeping, and other hotel departments to ensure that all guest needs are met efficiently and professionally.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Guest Service & Problem Resolution:
  • Greet guests upon arrival and provide a warm, welcoming check-in experience.
  • Efficiently check in guests by verifying their reservation details, processing payments, and assigning rooms.
  • Handle guest check-outs, ensuring all charges are accurately posted and that guests depart with a positive impression.
• Guest Service & Problem Resolution:
  • Respond promptly and professionally to guest inquiries, requests, and complaints.
  • Resolve any issues or concerns that guests may have during their stay, ensuring they are satisfied with the resolution.
  • Provide information on hotel services, local attractions, and dining options, and assist guests with special requests.
• Communication & Coordination:
  • Communicate effectively with other hotel departments (e.g., Housekeeping, Maintenance, Sales) to address guest needs and maintain seamless operations.
  • Handle incoming phone calls and direct them to the appropriate departments or assist with reservations.
  • Monitor the hotel’s email system and assist with online reservation inquiries.
• Administrative Duties:
  • Maintain accurate guest records and ensure all guest information is entered correctly into the system.
  • Process reservations and cancellations, ensuring that rooms are allocated efficiently.
  • Assist with preparing reports, inventory checks, and ensuring that front desk supplies are stocked.
• Security & Safety:
  • Ensure the safety and security of guests, team members, and hotel property at all times.
  • Adhere to all hotel policies and procedures related to emergency protocols, health, and safety guidelines.
• Work as part of a team with fellow Front Desk Agents, Supervisors, and Managers to maintain high levels of guest satisfaction.

Education and/or Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience in customer service or hospitality is preferred, but not required.
• Experience with hotel reservation systems (e.g., InforHMS, Alice, or similar) is a plus.

Skills/Specialized Knowledge

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to remain calm and professional under pressure.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Physical Demands

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 20 pounds.
• Frequent use of hands, fingers, and wrists for typing, handling check-in materials, and operating the phone or computer systems.

Why Join Proper Hospitality

At Proper, we build experiences that move people — and that begins with the team behind them. As a best-in-class employer, we’re committed to creating one of the Best Places to Work in hospitality by nurturing a culture where creativity, excellence, and humanity thrive together.

Everything we do is grounded in the belief that hospitality is more than a profession - it’s an opportunity to care for others and make lives better. Guided by the Pillars of Proper, we show up with warmth and authenticity (Care Proper), strive for excellence in everything we do (Achieve Proper), think creatively and resourcefully (Imagine Proper), and take pride in the style and culture that make us who we are (Present Proper).

We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we invest deeply in their wellbeing, growth, and sense of belonging. From comprehensive benefits to meaningful development programs, Proper is designed to help you build a career, and a life, that feels as inspiring as the experiences we create for our guests.

Our Commitment: Building the Best Place to Work

Our Best Place to Work initiative is a living commitment — a continuous investment in our people, our culture, and our purpose. We listen, learn, and evolve together to create an environment where everyone feels empowered to imagine boldly, achieve confidently, care deeply, and present themselves authentically.

At Proper, joining the team means more than finding a job — it means joining a community that believes in building beautiful experiences together, for our guests and for one another.

Proper Hospitality is an equal-opportunity employer. We provide employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, genetics, or any other federally or state-protected category.

We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with local Fair Chance Hiring Ordinances.

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