Full Time Front Desk Agent Marriott Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, CO - USA
Job Summary
Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18000 associates across the United States Caribbean and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston The Woodlands Texas and London Pyramid combines global scale with a hands-on approach focused on exceptional service operational excellence and long-term partnerships.
At Pyramid our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected supported and empowered to grow their careers. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders take on meaningful stretch assignments and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties brands and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience youll find opportunities to learn develop and make an impact.
Our commitment to associates guests owners and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today The Boston Globe and The Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel Leisure Condé Nast Traveler Forbes Travel Guide and U.S. News & World Report these recognitions reflect the culture service excellence and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.
About our property:
Colorado Springs Marriott nestled near the Rocky Mountains and the vibrant downtown of Colorados second-largest city offers an excellent opportunity to join a world-class team that values personal and professional growth. Our hotel is the perfect home base for outdoor enthusiasts exploring Pikes Peak and Cave of the Winds. When youre ready to enjoy the great indoors youll have easy access to the shops and art galleries in downtown Colorado Springs. Our property boasts pet-friendly rooms and suites a full-service restaurant with a stylish outdoor patio 15 flexible event spaces a fitness center and pools. Experience our Culture of Care and discover what a career at the Colorado Springs Marriott with Pyramid Global Hospitality can mean for you!What you will have an opportunity to do:
- Greeting every guest immediately with a warm sincere and professional welcome that sets the tone for their entire stay
- Completing the check-in and check-out process efficiently and accurately including inputting and retrieving guest information confirming room rates and preferences coding electronic keys and providing welcome packets with all relevant materials
- Verifying and processing credit cards handling cash balancing an assigned house bank and accurately performing moderately complex mathematical calculations throughout the shift
- Accepting and recording various forms of payment including vouchers travelers checks and foreign currency at current posted rates
- Posting charges to guest rooms and house accounts using our property management system
- Answering the phone promptly and professionally retrieving and communicating guest messages and handling requests for mail packages and faxes
- Promoting the hotels marketing programs and loyalty offerings and making thoughtful room selections based on individual guest needs
- Fielding guest concerns and complaints with patience empathy and a genuine commitment to finding a solution; taking ownership of challenges and following through until the guest is satisfied
- Remaining calm composed and solutions-focused during high-volume periods and emergency situations using good judgment and discretion to navigate complications
- Negotiating appropriate recovery solutions for guests when something does not go as planned including authorizing revenue allowances when warranted
- Operating the fax machine photocopier and other front office equipment as needed
- Summoning bell staff to escort guests to their rooms when appropriate
- Providing safety deposit box access for guests and maintaining accurate records
- Maintaining a thorough knowledge of hotel outlet hours local attractions and property amenities so every guest question gets a helpful accurate answer
- A genuinely engaging and warm personality; you make people feel at ease the moment you interact with them
- A real passion for connecting with people from all walks of life and all parts of the world
- Outstanding customer service skills and a natural instinct for anticipating what guests need before they have to ask
- A calm resourceful approach to problem solving; when things go sideways you are the person who finds a way forward
- Strong communication skills both verbal and written including a clear and professional phone presence
- Knowledge of emergency procedures and the ability to remain composed and decisive under pressure
- A commitment to accuracy in financial transactions and cash handling procedures
- Solid basic math skills and comfort using a calculator to perform moderately complex calculations without error
- Flexibility to work varying shifts including mornings evenings weekends and holidays; hospitality does not follow a traditional schedule and neither do you
- A detail-oriented mindset and the ability to manage multiple tasks at once without losing your focus or your composure
- Proficiency or ability to quickly learn hotel property management and computer systems
- A team-first attitude and a willingness to step in wherever the operation needs you
What are we looking for
- High school diploma or equivalent required; some college or hospitality education is a plus
- Previous experience in a guest-facing customer service role is preferred; hotel front desk experience is a strong plus
- Experience handling cash and processing financial transactions accurately
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced high-volume environment for the duration of a shift
- Basic mathematical proficiency and comfort with a calculator for moderately complex calculations
- Knowledge of emergency procedures and hotel safety protocols or willingness to learn
- Ability to stand and remain active throughout the shift as this role requires continual movement throughout the front office area
- Flexible availability including evenings weekends and holidays
- A professional appearance and demeanor that reflects the quality of the Marriott brand
- Bilingual communication skills are a plus but not required
- Exclusive discounts on room rates and experiences at our award-winning hotel portfolio
- Comprehensive health insurance plans including options for mental wellbeing support for you and your loved ones
- Pet insurance for the four-legged members of your family
- Competitive finance and retirement solutions
- Performance-based incentives and bonuses
- Generous paid time off
- Exciting associate perks and discounts
- Skill-enhancing job training from day one
- Educational opportunities to support your long-term career growth
- A genuine commitment to work-life balance
- Real pathways for career advancement within our organization
Compensation:
$17.00-
$17.00Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
About Company
Experience the magic of Pyramid Global - where exceptional hospitality meets measurable results. Your success is our success, let's team up today.