Front Office Agent
Job description
Responsibilities
- Register and room all guest arrivals according to established procedures.
- Perform check-in, check-out, and room change procedures, ensuring all data is accurately entered into the hotel system.
- Maintain cashier float and ensure accurate daily report of all money received.
- Cash hotel guests' personal and travelers checks and assist with currency exchange.
- Keep abreast of all modifications to accounting policies and procedures.
- Attend to guests' requests for using the safety box at all times.
- Knowledgeable of all special promotion procedures for programs such as Seasonal Packages, Frequent Flyer Programs, and Hotels Group Loyalty Programs.
- Attend to guests' complaints, inquiries, and requests; refer problems to supervisor/Assistant Manager if unable to assist.
- Familiar with other Raffles properties to sell onward bookings to guests indicating any next destination on the registration card.
- Ensure that guests depart the hotel with a positive impression of hotel service.
- Perform audit balances and prepare all reports for audit in an orderly fashion.
- When on night shift, check night report, prepare morning report, and prepare all necessary forms for guest arrivals.
- Maintain comprehensive knowledge of standard reservation procedures.
- Maintain exemplary department standards of behavior, appearance, and attitude.
- Ensure front desk work area is kept clean and in an orderly state at all times.
- Be fully aware of the Credit policy.
- Adhere to OH&S policies and procedures.
- Perform related duties and special projects as assigned.
Personal Attributes
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Able to develop rapport with and gain support from colleagues and management staff.
- Ability to work cohesively with coworkers as part of a team.
- Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times.
- Ability to promote positive relations with all guests and patrons.
- Able to exercise good judgment with difficult guests.
- Understanding and ability to work in a multicultural environment.
Qualifications
- Post-secondary education or relevant qualifications in Hotel Management.
Experience
Minimum 2 years of Guest Relations experience, preferably in a four or five-star hotel.
Remote Work
No
Employment Type
Full-time