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Front Desk Agent

Highgate Hotels, LP • Dickson City, PA • 4h ago

Front Desk Agent Requisition ID 2024-60173

Category Front Office Operations

Job Location US-PA-Dickson City

Property Fairfield Inn Scranton

Compensation Type

Hourly

Highgate Hotels

Highgate is a premier real estate investment and hospitality management company widely recognized as an innovator in the industry. Highgate is the dominant player in U.S. gateway markets including New York, Boston, Miami, San Francisco and Honolulu, with a rapidly expanding presence in Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Highgate's portfolio of global properties represents an aggregate asset value exceeding $20B and generates over $5B in cumulative revenues. The company provides expert guidance through all stages of the hospitality property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate also has the creativity and bandwidth to develop bespoke hotel brands and utilizes industry-leading proprietary revenue management tools that identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive out performance and maximize asset value. With an executive team consisting of some of the industry's most experienced hotel management leaders, the company is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. Highgate maintains corporate offices in London, New York, Dallas, and Seattle.

Location

Fairfield Inn Scranton 949 Viewmont Drive Dickson City, PA 18519

Overview

The Front Office Agent is responsible for providing attentive, courteous and efficient service to all guests during check-in, throughout their stay, and at checkout, while maximizing room revenue and occupancy.

Responsibilities

Answer inquires from guests regarding restaurants, transportation, entertainment, etc.

Follow all cash handling and credit policies.

Be aware of all rates, packages and special promotions as listed in the Red Book.

Be familiar with all in-house groups.

Be aware of closed out and restricted dates.

Obtain all necessary information when taking room reservations and follow the rate-quoting scenario.

Be familiar with hospitality terminology.

Have knowledge of emergency procedures and assist as needed.

Handle check-ins and checkouts in a friendly, efficient and courteous manner.

Use proper two-way radio etiquette at all times when communicating with other employees.

Fully comprehend and be able to operate all relevant aspects of the Front Desk computer system.

Be able to perform and complete all tasks and duties on the shift checklist in a timely and efficient manner.

Be able to complete a bucket check, room rate verification report, and housekeeping report.

Balance and prepare individual paperwork for closing of shift according to hotel standards.

Maintain and market promotions and guest programs.

Maintain a clean work area.

Assist guests with safe deposit boxes.

Qualifications

College course work in related field helpful.

Experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.

High School diploma or equivalent required.

Computer experience required.

Customer Services experience preferred.

Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.

Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.

Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests.

Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.

Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.

Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.

Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform and nametag.

Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.

Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions.

Must be effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.

Must be able to understand and apply complex information, data, etc. from various sources to meet appropriate objectives.

Must be able to cross-train in other hotel related areas.

Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information.

Must be able to show initiative, including anticipating guest or operational needs.

Perform other duties as requested by management.

Highgate Hotels and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to an applicant's race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, genetic information, uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression or any other legally protected classification. Highgate Hotels will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a test or job interview) if so requested.

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