Front Desk Clerk
Suffolk, NC - USA
Job Summary
Job Title: Guest Service Agent
Company: Shamin Hotels
Organizational Structure:
Department: Operations
Reports To: Front Office Manager
Supervision: None
Pay Structure: Hourly Paid Bi-weekly
Position Overview:
The Guest Service Agent is responsible for checking guests in and out of their rooms. They work with guests both in-person and online to reserve their rooms answer any questions they have about the hotel and provide details and recommendations about activities to do in the surrounding area. Agents obtain or confirm guest information assign rooms activate and distribute keys etc. Collect payment for room charges and other fees.
Essential Job Functions:
- Greets registers and assigns rooms to guests.
- Issues room key and escort instructions to Bell person or directly to guest as appropriate without announcing room numbers.
- Date-stamps sorts and racks incoming mail and messages.
- Transmits and receives messages using equipment such as telephone fax and switchboard.
- Answers inquiries pertaining to hotel services registration of guests and shopping dining entertainment and travel directions.
- Keeps records of room availability and guests accounts.
- Computes bill collects payment and makes change for guests.
- May make confirm and cancel reservations for guests.
- Posts charges such as room food liquor or telephone by hand or machine.
- May make restaurant transportation or entertainment reservations for guests.
- May deposit guests valuables in hotel safe or safe-deposit box.
- May order complimentary flowers or Champaign for special guests at managements direction
- Understands and enforces the hotel company credit policies.
- Accounts for all cash and makes deposits in accordance with hotel and company policies.
- Communicates effectively with other front office and hotel departments.
- Reports to work for scheduled shift on time and in uniform in accordance with company policy.
- Knows and complies with all company policies and procedures pertaining to this position and its duties.
- Takes the initiative to greet guests in a friendly and warm manner.
- Cross sells other Shamin Hotels.
- Performs other related duties as required.
Qualifications
Top Requirements:
Team Up: Be Golden Collaborate and Help Others Succeed.
Own It: Be a role model Embrace Responsibility and Keep Learning.
Passionately Serve: Be Positive Care Deeply and Create Memories.
Qualifications:
Proven experience as a front desk agent preferred.
Prioritization and time management skills required.
Working quickly without compromising quality.
Attention to Detail skills required.
Reliable mode of transportation required.
High school diploma or GED certification or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Who are we looking for
Are you someone who values teamwork takes ownership of your role and is passionate about serving our guests with warmth and hospitality Shamin Hotels invites you to join our team! Whether youre greeting guests with a friendly smile assisting them with their needs or going the extra mile to ensure their stay is nothing short of perfect your dedication to service excellence will shine through in everything you do. We are seeking candidates with a wide variety of knowledge skills and experiences to contribute to our continued success. Whether youre a seasoned professional or just starting your career we have opportunities for you to grow and excel with us!
Why Should You Work for Shamin Hotels
Amazing Benefits! In addition to competitive pay we offer a range of benefits for full-time associates including health dental vision accident and short and long term disability insurance pet insurance gym membership discounts Paid time off Paid holidays Shamin Perk discounts on tickets rental cars and attractions footwear discounts 401K plan with company match employee discounts at our branded hotels and more! Part-time associates have access to Critical Illness Hospital Indemnity Accident Insurance and Pre-paid Legal Resources.
Endless Opportunities! With over 70 hotels in our portfolio and plans for further expansion there are endless opportunities for growth and advancement at Shamin Hotels. Whether youre interested in front-line operations corporate management or hotel development we have opportunities for you to shine.
Advancement! Were proud of our track record of promoting from within. At Shamin Hotels were committed to nurturing talent and providing opportunities for our employees to thrive. Join us and be part of a company where your potential is limited only by your ambition. We look forward to welcoming you to the Shamin Hotels family!
About Us:
In a story of entrepreneurial spirit and partnership P.C. Amin and his brother-in-law B.N. Shah embarked on a remarkable venture in 1978. They seized an opportunity purchasing a bankrupt hotel in Lumberton North Carolina. United by their vision and commitment to excellence they merged their names Shah and Amin to create Shamin Hotels. Today Shamin Hotels stands as a testament to their legacy having grown into the largest hotel owner and operator in Virginia with over 70 hotels spanning multiple states. Hotels is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Shamin Hotels, based in Richmond, Virginia, is a family-owned hotel management and ownership company that owns and operates over 70 hotels across 5 states.