Senior Front Desk Agent - Peacock Inn Hotel

Genesis Hospitality and Dining LLC; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Medical Insurance

Paid Time Off policy

Employee discount program

Job summary

The Peacock Inn in Princeton, NJ, seeks an experienced Senior Front Desk Agent to lead the guest services team and oversee front desk operations in a fast-paced luxury hotel setting.

You will coach and develop front desk staff, manage reservations and billing, and ensure exceptional guest experiences from check-in to check-out. Training and growth opportunities are available within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Spanish language ability preferred but not required.
• We are willing to train the right candidate for the Senior Front Desk Agent role.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests professionally during check-in and check-out.
• Respond to inquiries, requests, and complaints with timely resolutions.
• Provide information on hotel amenities, local attractions, and events.
• Manage reservations, room assignments, upgrades, and guest requests.
• Process charges, payments, refunds, and adjustments accurately.
• Ensure billing instructions and guest folios are accurate and complete.
• Coordinate with Housekeeping on room status and readiness.
• Supervise front desk operations and coach team members as needed.
• Maintain front desk schedules and ensure proper staffing.
• Handle cash, card payments, and other transactions securely.

Skills

Guest relations

Team leadership

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma

Spanish language ability (preferred)

Job description

Job Summary

The Peacock Inn is a boutique hotel situated in the heart of downtown Princeton, New Jersey. This landmark colonial-style mansion has been transformed into a modern luxury 16-room hotel. As a proud member of the Ascend Hotel Collection and Genesis Hospitality & Dining, The Peacock Inn is committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences through personalized and attentive service.

We are seeking an experienced, service-oriented, and hands-on Senior Front Desk Agent to oversee front desk operations while serving as a leader and role model for the guest services team. This position is ideal for a hospitality professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels at guest relations, and enjoys coaching and developing team members.

Essential Functions

• Greet guests professionally and courteously during check-in and check-out.
• Respond promptly to guest inquiries, requests, concerns, and complaints, ensuring timely resolution.
• Provide information regarding hotel amenities, restaurant operations, local attractions, and special events.
• Manage reservations, room assignments, upgrades, and special guest requests.
• Process room charges, payments, refunds, and adjustments accurately.
• Ensure all billing instructions, invoices, direct bill accounts, and guest folios are accurate and complete.
• Maintain reservation emails and respond to inquiries promptly.
• Ensure wake-up calls, messages, and guest communications are handled efficiently.
• Supervise daily front desk operations and ensure adherence to hotel policies and procedures.
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, training, coaching, and development of front desk team members.
• Monitor team performance and provide guidance, feedback, and corrective coaching as needed.
• Create and maintain front desk schedules to ensure proper staffing coverage.
• Ensure timekeeping and attendance records accurate and compliant with company policies.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for front desk staff during assigned shifts.
• Coordinate effectively with Housekeeping regarding room status, guest requests, and room readiness.
• Communicate maintenance issues and guest concerns to the Engineering department.
• Keep front desk logbooks, shift reports, and operational records accurate and up to date.
• Has a full understanding of the Revel POS system and can create checks, process payments, create gift cards, authorize voids and comps in the restaurant manager's absence.
• Support banquet, group, and special event operations as necessary.
• Accurately handle cash, credit card transactions, checks, and guest payments.
• Monitor front desk inventory and ensure adequate supplies are available.

Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies

• Strong passion for hospitality and guest satisfaction.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional when handling guest concerns.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of revenue management and upselling techniques preferred.

Physical Demands

Physical, Mental and Workplace Environment Conditions

• Stand, sit and walk for varying lengths of time, often long periods of time.
• Lift approximately fifty (50) pounds of equipment or supplies on and off a cart, using safe lifting techniques.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal, including in high pressure situations.
• Grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, pulling, pushing, listening and hearing ability and visual ability.
• Direct evacuations in an emergency.

Working Conditions

Workplace Environment Conditions

• Normal Office Environment
• The noise level in this office is usually mild to moderate

Education and Experience

• High school diploma and or equivalent
• Bilingual in Spanish a plus, however, not required
• We are willing to train the right candidate for the Senior Front Desk Agent role who possesses strong hospitality skills and professionalism

We Offer

• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive training
• Medical Insurance
• Paid Time Off policies
• Great Discount Program
• And more!!!

Visit us at https://www.genesis-hospitality.com/

Genesis Hospitality is part of Genesis Global Group and is an equal opportunity employer.