Front Office Agent

Lore Group • Washington, DC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Riggs Washington DC sits on the iconic downtown corner of Penn Quarter’s 9th and F Street in a historic building once home to Riggs National Bank. Each of the Hotel’s 181 guest rooms offers a playful nod to the building’s legacy. Riggs is home to the all-occasion European brasserie-inspired restaurant Café Riggs, as well as Silver Lyan – a subterranean bar from the internationally acclaimed Ryan Chetiyawardana, also known as Mr Lyan.

Requirements

• Fun and welcoming personality is a MUST
• Ability to learn and maintain knowledge of current hotel and nearby events
• Excellent communication skills; both verbal and written is a MUST
• Possess poise, elegance and calm demeanor in all situations
• Exceptional Organizational skills
• Flexible schedule is required to meet the needs of the business

Nice To Haves

• Hotel Experience is not required
• A minimum of 1 -2 years hospitality experience is preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Answer reservation calls, emails, and online inquiries professionally.
• Process new reservations, changes, and cancellations accurately.
• Provide guests with information about rooms, rates, amenities, and hotel services.
• Promote room upgrades and special offers when appropriate.
• Coordinate guest requests with hotel departments to ensure a seamless stay.
• Maintain accurate reservation records and guest profiles.
• Resolve reservation-related guest concerns promptly and professionally.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees
• Six complimentary nights each year at any Lore Group hotel
• Lore Group employee and immediate family rates
• Lore Group friends and family rates
• 50% employee discount and 25% friends and family discount at more than 800 partner hotels through Lore Discovery
• 50% discount at Lore Group restaurants and bars
• Paid vacation days - entitlement increasing annually
• Nine paid holidays annually
• Seven paid sick days annually, as established in Washington, D.C.
• Company-paid life insurance equal to 1.5 times annual salary
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral incentives
• 401(k) with a 5% match
• Training and development programs
• Additional perks through Cigna
• Complimentary employee meals - lunch and dinner daily
• Employee recognition programs

What This Job Offers

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