605 Front Desk Agent Inn At Virginia Mason And Baroness Hotel jobs in Seattle

After landing at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, our complimentary shuttle service will take you less than a mile away right to our front door. Westfield Southcenter, the Museum of Flight, and Angle Lake Park are great things to do nearby. Unwind in your spacious room with plush bedding and a flat-panel TV. AquaTerra Bar has libations and eats, M Market Coffee Shop will give you a caffeine boost and get your morning started.

SPIRE Hospitality is a management company specializing in creating memorable guest experiences and delivering best-in-class service at our hotels and resorts across the country. We ensure you have the support, tools and opportunities you need to get the job done, grow as an individual, and excel in your hospitality career.

We offer a comprehensive full-time benefits package consisting of EARNED WAGE ACCESS get paid before payday, medical, dental, vision, pet discount program, identity theft protection, pre-paid legal support, flexible spending accounts, matched 401K, life, critical accident or illness, short- & long-term disability, paid time off, wellness programs, wonderful hotel discounts and much more.

In this role, you'll warmly welcome our guests and provide exceptional service throughout their stay. You and the entire front desk team are dedicated to ensuring guest satisfaction by crafting remarkable and seamless experiences from the moment guests arrive. Your efforts will create unforgettable and unique memories that leave a lasting impression.

Essential Job Functions:

•Deliver unparalleled service, courtesy, and care to our guests
•Respond promptly and effectively to guest questions and requests
•Streamline the check-in and check-out process for guests
•Answer incoming phone calls with promptness and professionalism
•Excel at multitasking in a dynamic environment
•Resolve guest concerns with attentive service recovery

Physical Demands:
•Ability to lift, carry, push or pull 10 lbs
•Primarily standing for majority of shift

Qualifications:

Education:
•High school diploma or its equivalent

Experience:
•One year of Front Desk experience in hotels preferred
•One year of experience working in customers service or a guest-facing role required
•Full understanding and comfort working on a computer with MS Suite-Outlook, Word, Excel
•Previous experience with hotel PMS systems a plus.

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The Front Office Agent is responsible for providing attentive, courteous and efficient service to all guests during check-in, throughout their stay, and at checkout, while maximizing room revenue and occupancy. Responsibilities Answer inquires from g Front Desk, Agent, Hotel, Office Agent, Operations

• Deliver on the promise of Sonesta Service in all interactions with guests and clients according to the Sonesta G.U.E.S.T. standards.
• Register guests, issue room keys, and provide information on hotel services and room location. Answer phones in a prompt and courteous manner.
• Accurately process all cash and credit card transactions in accordance with established procedures including but not limited to posting all charges, completing cashier and other reports, preparing deposit, and counting/ securing assigned bank.
• Responsible to maintain the security of cash, credit card transactions, and guest information.
• May routinely book guest reservations for individuals and/or groups that are requested either by phone or from within the hotel; process cancellations, revisions, and information updates on changes. Up-sell rooms where possible to maximize revenue.
• Follow the overall seasonal demand reservation strategy as communicated by the hotel management team with regard to room type and length of stay pricing.
• Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other shifts and departmental management.
• Service the shoppe and the pour by ensuring guests receive the service and products offered by the hotel. Follow all local laws with regard to alcoholic beverage sales.
• Ensure guest special requests are fulfilled and proper delivery of guest services is delivered.
• Issue, control and release guest safe-deposit boxes.
• Comply with federal, state and local laws regarding health, safety, and alcohol services.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of previous hotel experience, or retail customer service preferred.
• Previous background from the extended stay industry preferred.
• Ability to speak, read, and write fluent English; other languages beneficial.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Mathematical skills, including basic math, budgeting, profit/loss concepts, percentages, and variances preferred.
• Problem solving, reasoning, motivating, organizational and training abilities preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and Opera systems preferred.
• Will be required to obtain a ServSafe certification.
• May be required to obtain a TIPS certification.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Frequently standing up, bending, climbing, kneeling, and moving about the facility.
• Carrying, lifting or pulling items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Frequently handling objects and equipment.
• Standing for extended periods of time.
• Will be required to work mornings, evening, weekends, and holidays.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account with Company Match
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Sick Days
• Sonesta Hotel Discounts
• Educational Assistance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Various Employee Perks and Discounts
• Hospital Indemnity
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance

The Front Office Agent is responsible for providing consistent excellent service to guests/clients before arrival, upon arrival, and during their stay, from check-in to checkout. This employee will be responsible for registration, checkout, and cashiering.

What you will be doing:

• Welcome and register guests expeditiously, provide information to guests as needed, obtain identification and credit/check approval as directed by hotel policy. Verify rate and departure date. Confirm and modify information required to complete the registration process as per hotel procedures.
• Answer all guest questions accurately and resolve problems in a timely manner ensuring guest satisfaction. Authorize revenue allowances as allowed by hotel policy.
• Upsell guest rooms, food & beverage outlets if applicable and seasonal hotel promotions.
• Make restaurant, transportation, and/or entertainment reservations for guests, plus other Concierge services as requested and have thorough knowledge of hotel amenities, company, and local area & attractions.
• Communicate with other hotel departments to maintain a high level of guest satisfaction.
• Maintain an understanding of hotel history, services, facility information, and rates and packages.
• Thank guests with genuine appreciation at the end of each stay, and ask "Is there anything that we could have done better to make your stay more enjoyable?"
• Register guests in Reservations and follow proper check-in, check out procedures.
• Review Front Desk log when coming on shift and record pertinent information as needed throughout the shift.
• Post charges to individual room or master account.
• Manage cash/credit transactions and maintain a personal bank.
• Accept payment for guest accounts including third party, advance purchase reservations, and during the time of registration at check-in/check-out.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others and support team to reach goals.
• Assists others as needed and special projects, as necessary.

Requirements:

• Associates Degree in Hospitality or Travel & Tourism preferred.
• A minimum of one (1) year experience in a front office role.
• Must possess a thorough knowledge of the hospitality industry and have sound administrative skills.
• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace.
• Strong Guest Service Skills
• Able to work on PMS software.
• Able to communicate effectively with guests, management, and co-workers.
• Must be able to stand up to 8 hours at a time.
• Must have a positive attitude at all times.
• Must be available to work Fri-Sun. Open availability preferred.

What to expect in your first few months:

First you will learn about the hotel and all of our amenities! Then, your leadership will shine as you begin assisting the front desk team. From there, you will show the guests how your team can provide the best guest service. As your work progresses, your role will be a key contributor to the overall guest experience!

The perks working for us:

• People-first culture
• Travel discounts at hotel partners and franchises
• Medical, Vision, Dental Benefits for Full Time Employees
• Paid time off: Up to 88 hrs per year for the 1st year through completion of the 4th year of employment, up to 128 hrs per year for the 5th year through completion of the 9th year of employment, and up to 168 hrs per year for the 10th year of employment and thereafter
• Paid sick leave: for every 30 hrs worked, you will receive one hour of sick pay. Unused hours, up to 72 hrs, will carryover into the following year
• 401(k) matching
• 7 paid holidays per calendar year
• Participation in our Wellness program
• Compensation Range: $22-$22.50 an hour (DOE) plus 10% upsell incentive

How to apply:

Join us! Submit your application online!

Lodging Dynamics Hospitality Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Lodging Dynamics Hospitality Group LLC participates in E-Verify, the federal program for electronic verification of employment eligibility.

About Lodging Dynamics:

Lodging Dynamics Hospitality Group is a national hospitality management company serving the hospitality industry for over 30 years! Lodging Dynamics Hospitality Group operates hotels across many states and among several brands, including Marriott and Hilton. Our work centers around our mission, "Make Money and Do Good." This mission focuses on elevating human dignity by providing exceptional services and opportunities to our employees, guests, and investors.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Front Desk Agent - performs pre-registration and registration duties for incoming guests. The Front Desk Agent will check guests in and out, make room reservations, and track and report room statuses and rates. The Front Desk Agent must also be available to all guests who need to report a complaint or request a service.

The Night Audit - Balance and audit for accuracy room revenue, food and beverage revenue, cashiers reports, and guest and house accounts and telephone revenue; assisting the preparation of all reports relevant to daily revenues. Complete and transmit daily management and accounting reports and supporting documents. You will act as hotel system liaison during night hours and perform all Guest Service Representative functions as required; you may assist in booking room reservations; answering hotel phone calls and notifying guests of message. You may also assist with other duties as assigned.

This description is a summary of primary responsibilities and qualifications. The job description is not intended to include all duties or qualifications that may be required now or in the future. The Hotel operates 24 hours a day and 7 days a week, so operational demands require variations in shift days, starting times, and hours worked weekly.

We use email to reach potential candidates who have applied for positions with us. Check your inbox, indeed mail, or junk email folder for emails from us. We also use the telephone. If you have voice mail thats not set up, please do so to ensure that we can leave a message for you.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Greet customers immediately with a friendly and sincere welcome. Use a positive and clear speaking voice, listen to understand requests, respond with appropriate action, and provide accurate information such as outlet hours and local attractions.

Complete the registration process by inputting and retrieving information from a computer system, confirming pertinent information including the number of guests and room rate. Make an appropriate selection of rooms based on guest needs. Code electronic keys, certificates, and coupons as appropriate. Requires continual standing and movement throughout front office areas.

Verify and imprint credit cards for authorization using electronic acceptance methods. Handle cash; make a change and balance an assigned house bank. Accept and record vouchers, travelers checks, and other forms of payment. Perform accurate, moderately complex arithmetic functions using a calculator. Post charges to guest rooms and house accounts using the computer.

Promptly answer the telephone using positive and clear English communicationinput messages into the computer. Retrieve messages and communicate the content to the guest. Retrieve mail, small packages, and facsimiles for customers as requested.

Close guest accounts at the time of checkout and ensure guest satisfaction. In the event of dissatisfaction, research and attempts to resolve problems within established guidelines may include turning the problem over to a supervisor.

Field guest complaints, conducting thorough research to develop the most effective solutions and resolve complications such as location changes or credit issues. Listen and extend assistance to resolve problems such as price conflicts, insufficient heating, and air conditioning, etc. Remain calm and alert, especially during emergencies and heavy hotel activity. Plan and implement detailed steps by using experienced judgment and discretion. Keeps the corridors and service area neat at all times.

Adheres to all company policies and procedures.

Follows safety and security procedures and rules.

Knows department fire prevention and emergency procedures.

Utilizes protective equipment.

Reports unsafe conditions to supervisor/manager.

Reports accidents, injuries, near-misses, property damage, or loss to supervisor.

Provides for a safe work environment by following all safety and security procedures and rules.

All team members must maintain a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance. (Specific standards outlined in team member handbook).

Assists other Front Desk Personnel when needed.

Perform any related duties as requested by the supervisor/manager.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

The Hotel may consider an equivalent combination of acceptable education and experience providing the knowledge, skills and abilities cited below, when applicable

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent and graduation from high school or any other combination of education, training or experience that provides the required knowledge skills, and abilities. High school diploma preferred.
• Prior hospitality (hotel) experience is highly preferred.
• Attention to detail and strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills are important.
• Considerable skill in using a calculator and preparing moderately complex mathematical calculations without error.
• Ability to effectively deal with internal and external customers, some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact, and diplomacy to defuse anger, collect accurate information, and help resolve conflicts.
• Ability to read, listen, and communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to access and accurately input information using a moderately complex computer system.
• Hearing and visual ability to observe and detect signs of emergencies.
• Hotel experience preferred.

EOE/AA/M/F/Vet Disabilities

Job Duties:

•Anticipates and responds to guests in a friendly and positive manner

•Responsible for providing the highest level of service

•Process check-ins and check-outs, verify billing, create reservations, and process special requests

•Assists guests by knowing hotel property, local attractions, and hours of operation of hotel outlets and services

•Works as a team player in meeting guests needs, and actively contributes to the efforts of other departments when necessary

•Understands and follows the company guest service recovery program

•Follows proper selling techniques and ensures strategies are utilized to maximize room revenues

•Monitors room availability, follows restrictions, and all booking policies and procedures

•Drives sales and maximizes revenue by up-selling rooms and amenities

•Follows company procedures when handling cash and processing financial transactions

•Responsible for proper use of all equipment and adheres to cost controls to reduce expenses and waste

•Produces required volume of work by planning, organizing and prioritizing work duties

•Adheres to company general work rules, department procedures and company policies

•Attends all required department and hotel meetings

•Maintains a clean and safe work area in compliance with company, brand, local, state and federal regulations

•Follows all company procedures for guest/associate incidents

•Knowledgeable of hotel emergency procedures

Education: High school diploma or GED required

Experience/Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• 1+ years prior guest service experience required preferably in a hospitality setting
• Excellent verbal communication skills needed
• Attention to detail, customer focused and the ability to perform job duties in a fast-paced environment
• Maintains predictable and reliable attendance
• Ability to lift, push and pull up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis
• Ability to move throughout the hotel (standing, walking, kneeling, bending) for extended periods

Driven by an innovative, entrepreneurial spirit, InnVentures has a culture of building teams that produce winning results. We operate over 75 hotels in 20+ states for some of the Nations largest REITs and private real estate owners, in addition to a large portfolio of individual and family-owned hotels. Throughout our 40-year history we have established proven methods of management, development, and revenue maximization resulting in a trusted acumen for operating major hotel brands.

Residence Inn Downtown Seattle Lake Union

Apply your outgoing personality and ability to connect with others to create memorable guest experiences! As a Front Desk Agent, you will be the first impression for our guests upon arrival and throughout their stay you will build lasting impressions and gain loyal guests by handling all questions, requests and complaints promptly and courteously.

We offer eligible employees a number of benefits to enhance their health and well-being:

• Group insurance, including medical, dental, vision and company-paid life insurance.
• Paid time off
• Company-matched 401(k) plan
• Voluntary benefits including short term disability, long term disability, accident, life, critical illness and Flexible Spending Account
• Life enrichment benefits including hotel benefits, employee assistance program, leadership development program and more!
• Get paid daily

• Ensure that all guests receive a friendly, efficient and error-free check-in and check-out experience.
• Handle continuous requests in a fast paced environment by coordinating with other departments to ensure all guest requests are met.
• Answer questions regarding the local area and facilities and be able to give proper directions and resources to positively influence each guests stay.
• Demonstrate proper phone etiquette including transferring calls, taking messages andmaking reservations.
• Follow proper cash handling procedures and be able to post and reconcile charges applied to guest receipts.
• Support the goals of the hotel through teamwork and collaboration with all departments.

• Answer inquires from guests regarding restaurants, transportation, entertainment, etc.
• Follow all cash handling and credit policies.
• Be aware of all rates, packages and special promotions as listed in the Red Book.
• Be familiar with all in-house groups.
• Be aware of closed out and restricted dates.
• Obtain all necessary information when taking room reservations and follow the rate-quoting scenario.
• Be familiar with hospitality terminology.
• Have knowledge of emergency procedures and assist as needed.
• Handle check-ins and checkouts in a friendly, efficient and courteous manner.
• Use proper two-way radio etiquette at all times when communicating with other employees.
• Fully comprehend and be able to operate all relevant aspects of the Front Desk computer system.
• Be able to perform and complete all tasks and duties on the shift checklist in a timely and efficient manner.
• Be able to complete a bucket check, room rate verification report, and housekeeping report.
• Balance and prepare individual paperwork for closing of shift according to hotel standards.
• Maintain and market promotions and guest programs.
• Maintain a clean work area.
• Assist guests with safe deposit boxes.

• College course work in related field helpful.
• Experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Computer experience required.
• Customer Services experience preferred.
• Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.
• Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.
• Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests.
• Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
• Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.
• Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform and nametag.
• Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
• Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions.
• Must be effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.
• Must be able to understand and apply complex information, data, etc. from various sources to meet appropriate objectives.
• Must be able to cross-train in other hotel related areas.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information.
• Must be able to show initiative, including anticipating guest or operational needs.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.