Front Desk Agent

Sagemont Hotels•Loma Linda, CA

About The Position

CANDLEWOOD SUITES LOMA LINDA IS SEARCH FOR A P/T FRONT DESK AGENT. THIS POSITION IS THE GUEST’S FIRST IMPRESSION — THE GROUND CONTROL OF OUR HOSPITALITY EXPERIENCE — WHICH ENSURES EVERY ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE IS SMOOTH, MEMORABLE, AND CONSISTENT WITH OUR WINGS OF EXCELLENCE STANDARDS. Front Desk Agents serves as the first point of contact for guests, ensuring an exceptional arrival and departure experience. This position upholds the Hotel's commitment to hospitality excellence by delivering professional, friendly, and efficient service that embodies our brand values of ownership, accountability, and guest-first culture.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required; college coursework in hospitality preferred.
Minimum 1 year of front desk or customer service experience (hotel experience strongly preferred).
Proficiency with PMS systems requested (IHG Opera Cloud preferred).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while maintaining composure and professionalism.
This position requires flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Uniform and appearance standards must be maintained at all times per the Hotels policy.

Responsibilities

Greet all guests with warmth and professionalism upon arrival and departure.
Perform check-in and check-out procedures efficiently, accurately, and in accordance with brand and Hotel standards.
Ensure guest satisfaction by anticipating needs and resolving issues promptly with empathy and discretion.
Promote hotel amenities, local attractions and programs to enhance the guest experience.
Handle all guest complaints or concerns professionally, escalating as needed to the Front Desk Manager or General Manager.
Manage room assignments, rate verifications, and payment authorizations accurately in the Property Management System (PMS).
Balance all front desk cash, credit, and room charge transactions in compliance with accounting policies.
Assist with same-day reservations, group check-ins, and modifications as needed.
Maintain clear communication with housekeeping, maintenance, and management regarding room status, guest requests, and VIP arrivals.
Document all key guest interactions, incidents, and shift details in the Front Desk Log per Hotel's SOP.
Respond promptly to calls, emails, and internal messages using approved communication systems.
Adhere to all Hotel's policies, brand training, and safety procedures.
Maintain a clean, organized, and professional front desk workspace at all times.
Uphold confidentiality of guest and company information in accordance with data privacy laws and brand policies.