Front Desk Agent - Dune House Hotel & Spa - Jacksonville, FL
About The Position
Where Every Stay Becomes a Story Worth Retelling.The newly reimagined Dune House blends soulful design with the laid-back rhythm of the beach. Our rooms and public spaces are crafted to spark curiosity and comfort, filled with fresh ocean views, thoughtfully curated touches, and surprises that invite guests to slow down and savor the moment. As part of our guest services team, you will help create the very first memories guests have of this new experience. From the moment they step inside, you will guide them into the spirit of the brand by offering warmth, a sense of place, and a feeling of belonging. If you love helping people feel effortlessly at home and take pride in creating heartfelt connections, you belong here. Job Overview Responds in a professional and courteous manner to arriving, departing and in-house guests by providing accurate and timely information and services. Responds to telephone and in-person inquiries regarding reservations, hotel information and guest concerns.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent
- None required
- Must have high school graduate level mathematical aptitude, know standard cash handling procedures and knowledge of computerized cash register systems.
- Must have past experience in dealing directly with the public and acquired general knowledge of basic customer service skills.
- Must be fluent in oral and written English.
- Must be able to use tact and understanding when dealing with a variety of customer service problems, including stressful and highly emotional situations.
- Must be highly organized and able to pay attention to minute written and verbal details, particularly when performing multiple tasks.
Responsibilities
- Greets and completes established check-in procedures for arriving guests on a daily basis, using both manual and computerized methods, in order to ensure guest are satisfied and in rooms as requested.
- Facilitates guest departure (check-out) on a daily basis by following established manual and computer procedures in order to close guest accounts and open the room for the next sell.
- Regularly calculates and/or posts monies, receipts, guest accounts and other forms of credit using accurate, proper cash handling methods and established procedures in order to present the customer with timely and precise hotel charges upon check-out and maintain accurate hotel records.
- Courteously answers inquiries and accepts reservations, both in person and by telephone, by accurately communicating hotel rates and information and by using suggestive selling techniques to sell room nights, increase occupancy and revenue.
- Maintains good customer relations by keeping abreast of all in-house and area functions in order to answer questions and concerns with timely and knowledgeable responses, in person and on telephone.
- Operates the PBX equipment by accepting incoming calls, assisting outgoing calls, scheduling and setting wake-up calls and paging guests to provide guests with timely and efficient service.
- Controls cash transactions at the front desk and maintains complete responsibility for personal bank as specified by hotel bank agreement policy.
- Maintains a friendly, cheerful and courteous demeanor at all times.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
