The Churchill Hotel Front Desk Agent

Rise Uptown Hotel; Washington; Híbrido; USD 22.000 - 29.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Churchill Hotel Near Embassy Row in Washington, DC, is seeking a Front Desk Agent to warmly greet guests, check them in and out, and assist with reservations and billing. You will ensure accurate charges, maintain front desk systems, and support guest requests with a professional, team-oriented approach.

Applicants should demonstrate strong communication skills, the ability to work flexible schedules including nights and weekends, and a comfort with a desk-based office environment.

Formación

• High work ethic and self-initiative.
• May be required to work varying schedules to include nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Someone who enjoys working as and being part of a team that provides great experiences for our Guests!
• Ability to work in a standard office environment.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Occasional standing and walking throughout the workday.
• Frequent fine motor skills, use of hands and fingers for keyboarding/typing, utilizing a mouse or trackpad, writing, and operating office equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, bend, reach, or carry items.
• Ability to lift and/or move 10–25 pounds as needed (e.g., files, office supplies).
• Visual ability to read from a computer screen and printed materials including close visual focus for extended periods and color differentiation
• Ability to hear and participate in conversations and meetings, use phone and/or headset
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

Responsabilidades

• Greet and communicate cordially with guests, promptly and professionally checking them in and out of the hotel. Assist in pre-registration and blocking of reservations when necessary.
• Promptly, accurately and efficiently know how and where to post all charges.
• Have complete working knowledge of Front Office computer or manual system, including all daily transactions and those which are not performed often.
• Accurately manage cash handling, including receiving cash, checks and credit card information from guests for payment of hotel charges and making change correctly.
• Review any reservations with special requests and work to block rooms accordingly.
• Have knowledge of hotel rates, discounts and how to handle each.
• Have working knowledge of reservations and procedures, including how to take same day reservations. Should be able to take reservations in approximately 2 minutes.
• Know and follow cancellation procedures and relocation procedures when necessary.
• Pay; $18.40 hourly (USD)

Conocimientos

Work ethic

Team player

Flexible schedule

Office environment

Verbal and written communication

Descripción del empleo

Front Desk Agent - The Churchill Hotel Near Embassy Row

#26-2931

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Location Description

1914 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington, Dist. Columbia 20009

The Churchill Hotel near Embassy Row is a historic landmark hotel near Dupont Circle. Originally built in 1906 as an upscale, Beaux-Arts building, The Churchill Hotel is an intimate and elegant boutique hotel that offers modern amenities while echoing its original historic charm. Relax in recently refreshed luxurious rooms and suites with beautiful décor and with views of our vibrant neighborhood.

Job Description

What you will be doing

• Greet and communicate cordially with guests, promptly and professionally checking them in and out of the hotel. Assist in pre-registration and blocking of reservations when necessary.
• Promptly, accurately and efficiently know how and where to post all charges.
• Have complete working knowledge of Front Office computer or manual system, including all daily transactions and those which are not performed often.
• Accurately manage cash handling, including receiving cash, checks and credit card information from guests for payment of hotel charges and making change correctly.
• Review any reservations with special requests and work to block rooms accordingly.
• Have knowledge of hotel rates, discounts and how to handle each.
• Have working knowledge of reservations and procedures, including how to take same day reservations. Should be able to take reservations in approximately 2 minutes. Know and follow cancellation procedures and relocation procedures when necessary.
• Pay; $18.40 hourly (USD)

Location

Washington Churchill-WCH

Requirements

What we are looking for

• High work ethic and self-initiative
• May be required to work varying schedules to include nights, weekends, and holidays
• Someone who enjoys working as and being part of a team that provides great experiences for our Guests!
• Physical Requirements (In-Office Role)
• Ability to work in a standard office environment.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. (6-8 hours a day)
• Occasional standing and walking throughout the workday.
• Frequent fine motor skills, use of hands and fingers for keyboarding/typing, utilizing a mouse or trackpad, writing, and operating office equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, bend, reach, or carry items.
• Ability to lift and/or move 10–25 pounds as needed (e.g., files, office supplies).
• Visual ability to read from a computer screen and printed materials including close visual focus for extended periods and color differentiation (for certain roles).
• Ability to hear and participate in conversations and meetings, use phone and/or headset
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

Status

Full-time

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws