What are the responsibilities and job description for the Front Desk Agent position at Aloft Alpharetta?
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TPG Hotels, Resorts & Marina’s is widely recognized as one of the nation’s premier hotel management companies. We are a national operator of hospitality assets across the entire chain scale, from focused-service hotels and lifestyle/resort properties to upper upscale luxury hotels and nautically based hospitality assets. Whether an investment partner or straight third-party operator, we are always operating on behalf of capital partners, and our role as entrusted stewards is to deliver top performance for our guests, investors and to fulfill the brand promise. Joining the Team gives you a rewarding career opportunity with a nationally ranked hospitality management company that focuses on customer satisfaction and personal growth. We pride ourselves in continually seeking motivated team members who believe guest service is the top priority.
Front Desk Agent (7am-3pm and 3pm-11pm) - Aloft Alpharetta
Position Description
The Front Desk Agent greets guests, processes check-ins and check-outs, issues room keys, answers questions, and resolves guest requests in safe and efficient compliance with policies and procedures, brand standards, and federal, state and local regulations. Processes guest bills and collects payments in compliance with cash handling, credit card processing and accounting policies and procedures. Promptly reports emergencies, accidents, injuries, missing articles, damage, engineering items and safety hazards to management. Reports any deviations from policies, procedures, brand standards and regulations to management.
- Process guest check-ins and room assignments following the hotel’s rate structures, discounts and sell/upsell strategies. Accommodate special requests when possible.
- Process check-in/check-out and collect payments in compliance with cash handling, credit card processing and accounting policies and procedures.
- Answer inquiries about hotel services, in-house events, directions, local attractions, etc. Assist guests with check cashing, safety boxes, additional guest room keys, transportation, etc.
- If necessary, walk guests in a professional and courteous manner and in compliance with policies, procedures and brand stands.
- Pre-register, block reservations and, as appropriate, take same day and future reservations. Cancel room reservations according to policies and procedures.
- Ensure release of any Company, hotel, brand and guest information is consistent with privacy policies, practices and regulations.
- On time and at work when scheduled and in proper uniform.
- Consistent professional and positive attitude and actions when communicating with guests and associates.
Skills and Requirements
- Ability to understand and provide friendly guest service.
- Consistent professional attitude and behavior with effective listening and communication skills.
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment, sometimes under pressure, while remaining flexible and efficient.
- Ability to satisfy the legal requirements for employment within the jurisdiction.
Education and Experience
- High school education
- One or more years of related experience.
- Familiarity with hospitality industry practices preferred.
Benefits
Full benefits package included for full-time employees!
· Health, Dental and Vision Insurances
· Disability Insurances
· Supplemental Life Insurances
· Identity Theft Protection
· Flexible Spending Accounts
· 401(k) Retirement Plan
· Paid Time Off, Vacation and Holidays
· AMAZING HOTEL DISCOUNTS to any property in the TPG portfolio
· and MUCH MORE
EEO/VET/DISABLED
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Weekends as needed
Work setting:
- In-person
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Alpharetta, GA 30022: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Hotel experience: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person