Front Desk Agent @ Residence Inn Charlotte Uptown

Summit Hospitality Incorporated•Charlotte, NC

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About The Position

SUMMIT HOSPITALITY GROUP: GUEST SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY: The Hotel Guest Service Rep. for Summit Hospitality Group is responsible for providing our guest with memorable service all while conducting various daily operations. Daily operations consists of guest interaction by recording and communicating guest special requests and problems to appropriate department to ensure that they have been addressed in a timely and professional manner.

Requirements

Two (2) years previous experience as a Front Desk Rep. for a name brand hotel chain; preference for Marriott, Hilton, and Hyatt
Strong leadership skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated planning and organizational ability
Able to prioritize and quickly change direction as needs arise
Working knowledge of FOSSE, Microsoft programming, Excel, Clover, and Micros Restaurant Management System
Able to diagnose and repair si mple computer problems
Skilled in math and able to operate a 10 key by touch
Valid Driver’s license
Able to lift 50 lbs
Sitting, standing, reaching, and bending for extended periods of time.

Responsibilities

Provide Customer Service to guests in an intelligent and professional manner
Run shift reports/journals from Front Office Systems
Prepare daily arrivals/departure reports with a strong focus on guest requests.
Makes corrections and adjustments and handles all computer problems that might occur throughout the shift
Reviews and corrects discrepancies in the Front Desk System
Ensures complete guest satisfaction
Completes Guest registration process
Must be familiar with computer systems for Guest reservation information processing
Must verify and imprint Guest credit cards for authorization
Must be well versed in cash handling and accurately balance house bank
Assigns guests rooms based on preferences and availability
Drives the Revenue Management process by selling rooms at various rates
Handles Guest issues and concerns in a tactful manner and works to achieve a satisfactory resolution
Answers questions in regards to hotel facilities and services
Answers the telephone and books reservations
Answers Guest inquiries for local directions/events
Recommends local area restaurants, points of interest, or needs for transportation
Maintains cleanliness of front desk, lobby, and back office
Follows up promptly with Guest check-ins, complaints, and other requests
Interacts in a professional manner with other departments and employees to ensure a good working relationship and hospitable atmosphere for Guests
Understand all Emergency procedures for incidents, accidents, fire, safety, or criminal activity
Participates in Hotel Safety Committee
Ensures the Quality Standards for the hotel brand and Summit Hospitality Group are maintained for Property, Product, and People
Duties are subject to change and additional duties may be assigned as needed by the manager on duty
Able to drive Company’s Vehicle for Guests Transportation to/from
Assists with setting up meeting rooms