Front Desk Agent - Seasonal

Xanterra Travel Collection • Williams, AZ

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About The Position

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Lodging team at the Grand Canyon Railway and Hotel!
Why Lodging?
Are you ready to make a lasting impact and be the first friendly face our guests see? Join our Lodging team as a Front Desk Agent, where you’ll have the opportunity to create unforgettable experiences for every guest, build meaningful connections, and develop valuable skills in hospitality. With a dynamic work environment, great team support, and room for growth, this is your chance to be part of something truly special—while enjoying a rewarding career in the heart of the hospitality industry!
Job Summary:
Front Desk Agents deliver a seamless and welcoming experience for every guest. Responsibilities include efficiently handling guest registration, ensuring a smooth check-in and check-out process, and accurately collecting payments. They provide essential property information, answering any questions to enhance the guest experience while maintaining exceptional service standards.
The Details:
Position Type: Seasonal
Seasonal End Date: 12/31/2026
Pay: $18.35 an hour
Life at the Grand Canyon Railway:
A fast-paced, exciting work environment with plenty of upward mobility and growth opportunities
Meet people of all ages from all over the country and world!
Exclusive employee perks, retail and dining discounts at GCR and other Xanterra properties
The adventure of a lifetime!

Requirements

• Previous experience in the hospitality industry, in a guest facing positon
• Previous experience operating a point of sale system, processing a variety of cash and credit card payments.
• Experience in computers and Windows-based software, with the ability to navigate and utilize various programs efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Fully understand and support Xanterra’s Mission Statement, Cultural Pillar, Community Commitment and Core Values.
• Registers guests and creates a positive first and last impression, ensuring guests feel valued and well-informed throughout their stay.
• Ensures positive attitude, strong communication, attention to detail, and commitment to outstanding service at all times.
• Adheres to established Xanterra GCR front desk procedures while efficiently performing assigned duties, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and exceptional guest service in all interactions.
• Achieves proficiency in Opera for hotel registration within 30 days of employment while strictly adhering to all established money handling policies and procedures to ensure accurate and secure transactions.Handles guest accounts properly including the posting of charges, and collection of payments.
• Ensures strict guest security by properly handling and controlling keys, issuing them only to authorized individuals, and safeguarding guest information in compliancve with privacy and security policies.
• Stays informed of of property details, including hours of operation, activities, and amenities and actively provide guests with accurate information about Grand Canyon Railway and Grand Canyon National Park to enhance the guest experience.
• Responds promptly to guest requests or complaints; taking ownership of the issue and following up to ensure satisfactory resolution, while involving the supervisor as necessary.
• Answers incoming calls propmply, using proper phone etiquette, addressing guest needs quickly and efficiently to ensure excellent service and a positive guest experience.
• Collaborates with the resport Housekeeping and Bell Staff department to maintain accurate and up-to date room status information, ensuring efficient room availability, luggage service and guest satisfaction.
• Adheres to all Xanterra GCR lost and found procedures, PCI, , Safety, and Environmental policies.
• Adapts to changing prioriies and tasks directed by supervisor, demonstrating flexibility and a proactive approach to meeting operational needs.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• A fast-paced, exciting work environment with plenty of upward mobility and growth opportunities
• Meet people of all ages from all over the country and world!
• Exclusive employee perks, retail and dining discounts at GCR and other Xanterra properties
• The adventure of a lifetime!

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed