Front Desk Agent

Hyatt Place Augusta • Augusta, GA

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About The Position

Position Summary: The Front Desk Agent is responsible for greeting guests in a courteous and efficient manner, handling inquires, checking-in/out, and reserving rooms. We offer Medical/Dental/Vision benefits, a generous PTO program, points based bonus, daily pay, an Employee Referral bonus program, and the opportunity to join a winning culture recognized for rewarding our best with opportunities to advance their career within the company. Established in 1988 as a family-owned business, we have grown into a fully integrated development, management, and investment company that develops, operates, and owns the world’s leading hotel brands as well as boutique hotels. Raines has maintained a family-oriented culture that believes in building relationships with our associates, with our partners and within the communities where we operate. Essential Functions Assisting guests efficiently, courteously, and professionally at all times Maintain a high level of service and hospitality Promptly and effectively deal with guest concerns or issues and see all are met to satisfaction in timely manner Post guest charges, collect payments and follow all cash handling procedures Handle guest mail and messages with respect to privacy and professionalism Be knowledgeable of the hotel brand and various programs (travel programs, special offers) Be a great communicator to various departments and management on guest comments and concerns Respond quickly to incoming calls, lobby visitors and team members needing front desk assistance Have full knowledge of hotel safety and emergency procedures

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent
• Experience in customer service, forward-facing, or other guest related positions
• Proficient in Microsoft Office or similar computer applications
• Must speak English fluently.
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Problem solving, reasoning, and ability to multi-task and interact with people under pressure.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the hospitality industry as a front desk agent, hotel receptionist or other guest services preferred
• Experience with brand or property specific PMS, Quore, PBX and other hotel related systems preferred

Responsibilities

• Assisting guests efficiently, courteously, and professionally at all times
• Maintain a high level of service and hospitality
• Promptly and effectively deal with guest concerns or issues and see all are met to satisfaction in timely manner
• Post guest charges, collect payments and follow all cash handling procedures
• Handle guest mail and messages with respect to privacy and professionalism
• Be knowledgeable of the hotel brand and various programs (travel programs, special offers)
• Be a great communicator to various departments and management on guest comments and concerns
• Respond quickly to incoming calls, lobby visitors and team members needing front desk assistance
• Have full knowledge of hotel safety and emergency procedures

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision benefits
• a generous PTO program
• points based bonus
• daily pay
• an Employee Referral bonus program
• the opportunity to join a winning culture recognized for rewarding our best with opportunities to advance their career within the company

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees