Front Office - Desk Agent

Omni Hotels & Resorts; Providence (RI); Sur place; USD 30 000 - 40 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Complete benefit package for full-time associates

Opportunity for internal promotions

Supportive work culture

Résumé du poste

Omni Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Front Desk Agent for the Omni Providence Hotel in Rhode Island. This role involves processing guest check-ins, responding to inquiries, and ensuring excellent guest service.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, guest service experience, and strong communication skills. If you're looking to grow in a dynamic hospitality environment and enjoy working with a diverse team, we invite you to apply.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent experience required.
• Guest service and basic accounting experience preferred.
• Familiarity with hospitality industry practices is advantageous.

Responsabilités

• Process guest check-ins and room assignments according to hotel's policies.
• Answer inquiries about hotel services and local attractions.
• Collect payments and handle cash in compliance with procedures.
• Maintain a professional demeanor while interacting with guests.

Connaissances

Guest service

Basic accounting

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Computer skills

Formation

High school education or equivalent

Description du poste

Omni Providence Hotel

The Omni Providence is a landmark hotel in Rhode Island. This hotel is located in the exciting city of Providence and is attached to the Rhode Island Convention Center, Amica Mutual Pavilion, as well as the Providence Place Mall. Guests find themselves in walking distance to everything the city has to offer from historical sights to amazing restaurants. The Omni Providence a beautiful Convention Hotel but our associates are what separate us from the rest of the hotels.

Our culture provides an atmosphere that allows our associates to learn and grow in their professional development in a fun environment. We strongly encourage promotions from within our company, and as a result, our staff has a solid hospitality foundation. Our diverse staff comes from many different countries in the world and provides a fantastic atmosphere to develop both from a professional and personal level. Although we offer a complete benefit package for all of our full-time associates, all of our associates are provided the greatest benefit of all which is "opportunity".

Front Desk Agent

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Process guest check-ins and room assignments following the hotel's rate structures, discounts and sell/upsell strategies. Accommodate special requests when possible.
• Process check-in/check-out and collect payments in compliance with cash handling, credit card processing and accounting policies and procedures.
• Answer inquiries about hotel services, in-house events, directions, local attractions, etc. Assist guests with check cashing, safety boxes, additional guest room keys, transportation, etc.
• If necessary, walk guests in a professional and courteous manner and in compliance with policies, procedures and brand stands.
• Pre-register, block reservations and, as appropriate, take same day and future reservations. Cancel room reservations according to policies and procedures.
• Ensure release of any Company, hotel, brand and guest information is consistent with privacy policies, practices and regulations.
• On time and at work when scheduled and in proper uniform.
• Attend department meetings as scheduled.
• Consistent professional and positive attitude and actions when communicating with guests and associates.
• Comply with policies and procedures. Practice safe work habits and comply with sanitary, safety, security and emergency procedures. Write shift reports including reports on any incidents of theft, accidents or injuries when assigned. Check with manager / supervisor before leaving work area for any reason.
• Perform special projects and other responsibilities as assigned. Participate in task forces and committees as requested.
• Any other duties / tasks as requested by management.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

High school education or equivalent experience. Guest service, basic accounting, and familiarity with hospitality industry practices preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to understand and provide friendly guest service.
• Ability to correctly process check-ins and check-outs, answer questions, and resolve guest requests in compliance with policies and procedures, brand standards, and federal, state and local regulations.
• Ability to process guest bills and collect payments in compliance with cash handling, credit card processing and accounting policies and procedures.
• Ability to timely compile facts/figures, identify and investigate issues and resolve basic matters.
• Ability to follow an appropriate course of action based on policies and procedures.
• Ability to operate a computer, calculator, phone and other office equipment.
• Attention to details with good organizational and efficient time management skills.
• Consistent professional attitude and behavior with effective listening and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment, sometimes under pressure, while remaining flexible and efficient.
• Ability to satisfy the legal requirements for employment within the jurisdiction.

Working Conditions & Physical Effort

Work is normally performed in an interior hotel environment. While performing job duties, the associate speaks, listens, completes documents, processes requests and operates office equipment such as a telephone, calculator, computer, copier and fax. Physical requirements include extended periods of standing and/or walking, bending, reaching, pulling, pushing, kneeling, and lifting up to 50 pounds. The job requires close vision with or without corrective lenses. This position may be required to operate a motor vehicle.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster is available using the following link: EEOC is the Law Poster. Omni Hotels & Resorts does not discriminate on the basis of any protected category with respect to the payment of wages.

If you are interested in applying for employment with Omni Hotels & Resorts and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, please send an email to: [e-mail].