Hotel Front Desk Clerk

WizeHire, Inc; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Extended Stay America Suites Premier - Katy is seeking a Front Desk Agent to be the first point of contact for guests in Katy, TX. You will welcome guests, handle check-ins, answer inquiries, and coordinate with housekeeping and maintenance to ensure rooms meet high standards.

The role requires strong communication, multitasking, and customer service skills, plus familiarity with Microsoft Office and reservation systems. Salary is hourly and reflects hospitality industry norms.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of hotel industry experience or related job preferred.
• Excellent time management, organizational, customer service, and interpersonal skills.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Well-versed in taking telephone calls and handling stressful situations.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and reservation management systems.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests with a warm smile and ensure their check-in process is smooth and efficient.
• Handle guest inquiries and requests promptly, ensuring needs are met with professionalism and care.
• Maintain accurate records of guest information and transactions, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.
• Coordinate with housekeeping and maintenance teams to ensure rooms are ready and meet our high standards.
• Resolve guest complaints with empathy and efficiency, turning challenges into positive experiences.
• Promote hotel services and amenities, enhancing the guest experience and encouraging repeat visits.
• Manage reservations and cancellations, optimizing room availability and occupancy rates for maximum efficiency and guest satisfaction.

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Telephone handling

Microsoft Office

Reservation systems

Hotel experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Reservation management systems

Job description

Extended Stay America Suites Premier - Katy • Katy, TX, US

The Front Desk Agent is responsible for being the first point of contact as well as the first impression with guests, handling all stages of a guest’s stay, which can include multitasking, and performing the following duties in a manner that reflects our hotel’s vision, mission, and core values.

• Welcome guests with a warm smile and ensure their check-in process is smooth and efficient.
• Handle guest inquiries and requests promptly, ensuring their needs are met with professionalism and care.
• Maintain accurate records of guest information and transactions, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.
• Coordinate with housekeeping and maintenance teams to ensure rooms are ready and meet our high standards.
• Resolve guest complaints with empathy and efficiency, turning challenges into positive experiences.
• Promote hotel services and amenities, enhancing the guest experience and encouraging repeat visits.
• Manage reservations and cancellations, optimizing room availability and occupancy rates for maximum efficiency and guest satisfaction.
• 1+ year of hotel industry experience or related job preferred
• Excellent time management skills, organizational skills, customer service skills, and interpersonal skills
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Well-versed in taking telephone calls and handling stressful situations
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and reservation management systems

Compensation

$14 - $16 hourly

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