Front Desk Agent - Part Time

Sebasco Harbor Resort

  • Auburn, ME
  • $16.00 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 16 days ago
Job Description:Job DescriptionWe are seeking a friendly, customer service focused Front Desk Agent to join our team at Hilton Garden Inn Auburn Riverwatch. This is a Part Time position located in Auburn, Maine. In this position you will be responsible for guest registration, making reservations, and providing guests with information about the hotel and the local area. If you have a knack for customer service and previous service-related work experience, we'd like to meet you.Summary:Job DescriptionWe are seeking a friendly, customer service focused Front Desk Agent to join our team at Hilton Garden Inn Auburn Riverwatch. This is a Part Time position located in Auburn, Maine. In this position you will be responsible for guest registration, making reservations, and providing guests with information about the hotel and the local area. If you have a knack for customer service and previous service-related work experience, we'd like to meet you.Work PerformedAs a Front Desk Agent, you will be the first point of contact for our guests, providing exceptional service and ensuring a memorable stay. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working with people, this is the perfect role for you.
  • Manage online, phone and in-person room reservations in sometimes fast-paced environment
  • Communicate relevant shift information to next shift and direct supervisor
  • Welcome guests, check them in/out, distribute room keys and explain the hotel's amenities
  • Take payment and resolve any payment discrepancies
  • Respond to guest issues and complaints in a friendly, timely manner
  • Explain local amenities and attractions to guests
  • Work with other staff members to ensure that all guest rooms meet hotel standards and accommodate any special guest requests
  • Keep workstations and equipment clean, organized, and in good working order
  • Perform duties as outlined in the training procedures, following standard operating procedures.
  • Performs other duties as assigned, requested or deemed necessary by management
Requirements
  • High school education or equivalent experience
  • 1 or more full years employment experience in a related position
  • Must be able to work onsite at the hotel location
  • Hours required: Part Time 16-24 hours per week for AM; PM shifts; Must be flexible; Weekends; Holidays
  • Proficiency in the English language
  • Willingness to learn new technology platforms
  • Ability to stand at front desk for long periods of time
  • Ability to lift/push up to 50 lbs. guest luggage; limited
  • Ability to work independently
  • Ability to maintain a friendly, cheerful and courteous demeanor at all times
Additional Preferred Skills/Qualities
  • Previous customer facing experience preferred
  • Knowledge of Microsoft suite
  • Second language is a plus, preferably Spanish or French
Compensation$16 HourlyBenefits
  • Optional 401k with employer match
  • Employee discounts at participating hotels
  • Option to sign up for on-demand pay with DailyPay
  • Refer a friend - get paid extra when they join our team!
  • Bonuses for name recognition and guest score
  • Opportunities to grow - one of the fastest-growing hotel companies
How To ApplyApply . Applications submitted by any other channel will not be considered.About Hilton Garden Inn Auburn RiverwatchWe're next to the Androscoggin River, and some rooms have views of the Great Falls. Take a stroll along the Auburn Riverwalk. Downtown is a quick walk over the North Bridge, and Bates College is a five-minute drive. Our Garden Grille & Bar serves breakfast and dinner, and the Pavilion Pantry is open 24 hours for drinks and snacksAbout Giri HotelsHeadquartered in Quincy, MA, Giri Hotels owns and operates more than 50 hotels in New England.We are a growing company that embraces change, maintains a service mindset, and prioritizes the 'big rocks' - our most impactful tasks and projects. At our core, Giri Hotels is a hospitality company, and all members of our team share a sense of cooperation and respect with our guests and one another.You are right for the team if you are:
  • Happy - nice to be around and friendly
  • Humble - willing to learn
  • Helpful - team player, always willing to pitch in, looking for ways to be productive
Giri Hotel Management has been recognized for its growth in the hospitality industry. We are proud to have achieved #23 on the Top Owners & Developers list and #55 on the Top Management Companies list in Hotel Business's annual rankings. These rankings, based on the annual revenues and number of rooms and properties managed, demonstrate our company's continuing expansion and growth.Giri Hotels 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.

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