Front Desk Agent

Bathurst, NB, Canada

Job Description

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We are looking for a Front Desk Agent with a background in customer service, a passion for helping people, and strong communication skills. The ideal candidate has experience handling high-volume customer situations and is enthusiastic about forging relationships with particular customers. Our company is seeking a self-motivated professional who is capable of giving our customers the time and attention that they deserve. Responsibilities:
  • Answer phones using a corded phone.
  • Answer phones using a cordless phone.
  • Answer phones using the company\'s voice mail system.
  • Organize and maintain the schedule for inspectors working in your branch office.
  • Schedule inspections for customers.
  • Answer questions about the inspection process that customers call in with.
  • Maintains an inventory of vacancies, reservations, and room assignments.
  • Possesses a working knowledge of the reservations department. Takes same-day reservations and future reservations when necessary. Knows cancellation procedures.
  • Knows room locations, types of rooms available, and room rates.
  • Registers arriving guests and assigns rooms.
  • Coordinates room status updates with the housekeeping department by notifying housekeeping of all check-outs, late check-outs, early check-ins, special requests, and part-day rooms.
  • Coordinates guest room maintenance work with the engineering and maintenance division.
  • Uses persuasive selling techniques to sell rooms and to promote other services of the hotel.
  • Knows daily activities and meetings taking place in the hotel.
  • Reports any unusual occurrences or requests to the manager or assistant manager.
  • Manages and resolves all guest complaints in a professional and courteous manner.
  • Processes guest check-outs and handle monetary transactions.
  • Maintains customers\xe2\x80\x99 privacy.
  • Maintains a high level of professional appearance and demeanor.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • What candidate traits are needed to be successful in this role?
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Previous hotel-related experience preferred.
  • Ability to communicate with the public, hotel staff, and management in a professional manner.
  • Knowledge of surrounding areas and local events.
  • Ability to understand and adhere to proper credit, check cashing, and cash handling policies and procedures.
  • Able to properly secure guest information. Ability to learn safety, emergency, and accident prevention policies and procedures.
  • Skilled in the use of front office equipment. Knowledge of proper telephone etiquette.
  • Speak English and French
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Part-time hours: 30 per week Salary: From $14.85 per hour Benefits:
  • Dental care
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible schedule
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision care
Schedule:
  • Evening shift
  • Holidays
  • Monday to Friday
  • Night shift
  • On call
  • Overtime
  • Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
  • Overtime pay
  • Tips
Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Bathurst, NB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
  • Customer service: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: One location

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2146757
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Bathurst, NB, Canada
  • Education
    Not mentioned