Front Desk Agent

The Francis • Portland, ME

12d • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking to add an upbeat Front Desk Agent to our team at The Francis Hotel to manage all aspects of hotel guest’s accommodation. You will welcome new guests, issue room keys, manage reservations and provide information about rooms, rates, amenities and all the things that bring people to Portland. This job will also include movement around the entire property to help assist in all areas of the operation.

Requirements

• Prior experience as a Hotel Front Desk Agent, Receptionist, or similar role
• Experience with hotel reservations software
• Customer service experience
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Perform all check-in and check-out tasks
• Manage online and phone reservations
• Inform customers about payment methods and verify their credit card data
• Register guests collecting necessary information (like contact details and exact dates of their stay)
• Welcome guests upon their arrival and assign rooms
• Provide information about our hotel, available rooms, rates, and amenities
• Respond to clients’ complaints in a timely and professional manner
• Liaise with our housekeeping staff to ensure all rooms are clean, tidy, and fully-furnished to accommodate guests’ needs
• Confirm group reservations and arrange personalized services for VIP customers and event attendees, like wedding guests
• Upsell additional facilities and services, when appropriate
• Maintain updated records of bookings and payments

Benefits

• Discounted hotel stays at Longfellow Hotel, The Francis, The Admirals Inn & Colonial Inn
• Discounted hotel stays at NEIRA propteries
• Discounts at Twinflower Cafe, Five of Clubs, and Astraea Spa
• Contribution towards healthcare
• Career Advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed