Front Desk Agent

Company:  Omni Hotels
Location: New Orleans
Closing Date: 29/10/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description

LocationRiverfront HotelOmni Hotels and Resorts creates genuine,authentic guest experiences at over 50 distinctive luxury hotels and resorts in leading business gateways and leisure destinations across North America. Omni Hotels is known for its exemplary culture,authenticity to the markets in which we operate,innovation and exceptional service. Our commitment to career development has created tenure and loyalty that enables us to perpetuate our family atmosphere.Job DescriptionGuest Service Agents are responsible for providing a five-star welcome and departure experience to each guest, as well as, serving as ambassadors throughout the guest’s stay. Front Desk Agents make the first impression upon our guests by extending a warm welcome, providing information about the hotel and local area, and offering our full range of upscale hotel amenities and services to them. Front Desk Agents are also responsible for settling guest accounts upon check-out, resolving guest issues and completing special requests.ResponsibilitiesProcess guest check-ins and check-outs according to Omni’s Moments of Service and Standard Operating ProceduresEmpathetically listen to guest inquiries and provide appropriate responsesSet up accurate accounts for each guest checking in according to their preferences (room type, payment, etc.)Block rooms in the computer and follow through on designated requirementsPre-register designated guests and prepare key packetsCommunicate pertinent guest information to designated departments/personnel (i.e., special requests, amenity delivery)Maintain confidentiality of all guests and hotel informationEmploy attention to detail in order to ensure security of guest room access.Understand and execute all Omni accounting standards ensuring accurate settlement of folios, routing of charges and adjustmentsMaintain guest history files on all guestsAccommodate room changes expedientlyDocument all guest requests, complaints or problems immediately and notify designated department/personnel for resolving the situation. Follow up to ensure completion and guest satisfactionIssue safe deposit boxes to guests and ensure security of keyMonitor, send and distribute guest faxesGenerate, print and distribute daily and weekly reportsResolve discrepancies on the room status report with HousekeepingMaintain complete knowledge at all times of all hotel features/services, hours of operation, room types, numbers, layout, decor, appointments and locations, room rates, special packages and promotions.QualificationsAbility to clearly and pleasantly communicate both verbally and in writing in English with guests, management and co-workers, both in person and by telephoneAbility to accurately and efficiently input information into computer systemsAbility to work cohesively with co-workers both within and outside of your departmentAbility to compute accurate mathematical calculationsAbility to think clearly, quickly and make concise decisionsAbility to prioritize, organize and follow upAbility to work well under pressure, dealing with many arrivals and departures within a short period of timePrevious customer service experience requiredPrevious hotel front desk experience is strongly preferred. Prior hotel and/or cash-handling experience preferredFluency in a foreign language is preferredPrevious guest relations training is preferredAbility to stand for extended periods of timeAbility to lift up to 30 poundsCandidate must have an open availability to work AM and PM shifts as well as weekends and holidaysOmni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity employer - vets/disability. The EEO is the Law poster and its supplement are available using the following links: EEOC is the Law Poster ( and the following link is the OFCCP's Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination policy statement ( If you are interested in applying for employment with Omni Hotels & Resorts and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, please send an email to .Job LocationsUS-LA-New OrleansPosted Date1 week ago(10/15/2024 2:55 PM)Requisition ID 2024-115506of Openings 1Category (Portal Searching) Front Office Operations

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