Front Office Agent/ Guest Service Concierge (Part-Time)

Radiate Hospitality; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Hotel Keen in Palo Alto is seeking a friendly Front Desk Agent / Guest Service Concierge to welcome guests and guide their stay from arrival to departure. As the face of the boutique hotel, you’ll provide genuine hospitality, assist with check-in/check-out, and offer local dining and activity recommendations while collaborating with housekeeping and maintenance to ensure a seamless guest experience.

Flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays is preferred as listed in

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests with warmth, professionalism, and genuine hospitality.
• Create memorable first impressions during check-in and lasting positive experiences through check-out.
• Build authentic connections with guests and personalize their stay whenever possible.
• Serve as a knowledgeable local guide by providing recommendations for dining, entertainment, and attractions throughout Palo Alto and the Bay Area.
• Process guest arrivals and departures efficiently and accurately.
• Manage guest accounts, room assignments, payments, and folios.
• Handle reservations, room requests, and special accommodations.
• Maintain accurate guest records and ensure all billing transactions are posted correctly.
• Assist with luggage services, transportation arrangements, dinner reservations, and local recommendations.
• Anticipate guest needs and proactively provide solutions.
• Resolve guest concerns with professionalism, creativity, and urgency.
• Stay informed about hotel amenities, promotions, events, and daily operations.
• Collaborate with Housekeeping, Maintenance, and other departments to deliver seamless service.
• Maintain a safe and welcoming environment for guests and team members.

Job description

Front Desk Agent | Guest Service Concierge

Hotel Keen | Palo Alto, CA

Be the First Impression. Create Lasting Memories.

At Hotel Keen, we believe every guest interaction matters. Located in the heart of vibrant downtown Palo Alto, Hotel Keen delivers a personalized boutique hotel experience where genuine hospitality, attention to detail, and exceptional service set us apart.

We are looking for an energetic, outgoing, and service-focused Front Desk Agent / Guest Service Concierge to join our team. If you love meeting new people, solving problems, and creating memorable guest experiences, we'd love to meet you.

What You’ll Do

As the face of Hotel Keen, you’ll play a key role in creating an exceptional guest journey from arrival to departure.

Guest Experience & Hospitality

• Welcome guests with warmth, professionalism, and genuine hospitality.
• Create memorable first impressions during check-in and lasting positive experiences through check-out.
• Build authentic connections with guests and personalize their stay whenever possible.
• Serve as a knowledgeable local guide by providing recommendations for dining, entertainment, and attractions throughout Palo Alto and the Bay Area.

Front Desk Operations

• Process guest arrivals and departures efficiently and accurately.
• Manage guest accounts, room assignments, payments, and folios.
• Handle reservations, room requests, and special accommodations.
• Maintain accurate guest records and ensure all billing transactions are posted correctly.

Concierge & Guest Services

• Assist with luggage services, transportation arrangements, dinner reservations, and local recommendations.
• Anticipate guest needs and proactively provide solutions.
• Resolve guest concerns with professionalism, creativity, and urgency.

Hotel Knowledge & Teamwork

• Stay informed about hotel amenities, promotions, events, and daily operations.
• Collaborate with Housekeeping, Maintenance, and other departments to deliver seamless service.
• Maintain a safe and welcoming environment for guests and team members.

What Makes You a Great Fit

We're looking for someone who brings positive energy, professionalism, and a passion for people.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous hotel front desk, guest services, reservations, or hospitality experience.
• Outstanding customer service and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable using hotel property management systems and basic computer applications.
• Flexible schedule, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Why You’ll Love Working at Hotel Keen

• Work in the heart of exciting downtown Palo Alto
• Join a fun, supportive, and hospitality-focused team
• Meet travelers from around the world
• Opportunity for growth and career development
• Be part of a boutique hotel known for delivering personalized guest experiences

Be Bold. Be Genuine. Be Keen.

Hotel Keen is proud to be part of Radiate Hospitality and is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE M/F/D/V).