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La Quinta Inn Joplin

Hotel Front Desk Associate

Job Description

Overview Join our dynamic hospitality team as a Hotel Front Desk Associate, where your energy and enthusiasm will create memorable experiences for our guests from the moment they arrive. In this vital role, you will serve as the welcoming face of our hotel, ensuring smooth check-ins and check-outs, providing exceptional guest service, and maintaining efficient front desk operations. Your proactive approach and attention to detail will help foster a warm, inviting environment that keeps guests returning time and time again. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your hospitality management skills while delivering top-tier guest experiences. Responsibilities To be considered for this position you must have availability to work overnight shifts as well as morning and/or evening shifts. Greet guests warmly upon arrival, ensuring a friendly and professional first impression. Handle guest inquiries via multi-line phone systems with excellent phone etiquette, providing accurate information about hotel services and local attractions. Assist guests with reservations, modifications, cancellations, and special requests to ensure their needs are met promptly. Coordinate with housekeeping, maintenance, and other departments to address guest requests and resolve issues swiftly. Follow hotel emergency procedures to ensure guest safety at all times, including during night audits or late-night shifts. Maintain detailed records of guest interactions, reservations, and billing information while adhering to privacy standards. Support guest relations by solving customer service problems proactively and professionally, enhancing overall satisfaction. Proven experience in hospitality management or front desk operations within a hotel or resort environment. Multilingual or bilingual abilities are highly valued for effective client communication across diverse guests. Familiarity with hospitality reservation systems such as OPERA or property management systems (PMS). Strong customer service skills with a focus on problem-solving and guest satisfaction. Knowledge of hotel emergency procedures and night audit processes to ensure safety and operational accuracy during all shifts. Excellent phone communication skills coupled with multi-line phone system proficiency and phone etiquette. Experience in handling guest services, guest relations, and resolving customer service issues efficiently. Ability to work in fast-paced environments while maintaining professionalism and attention to detail. Embark on a rewarding career where your hospitality expertise makes a difference! We're committed to supporting your growth in the industry by fostering a vibrant work environment that values energetic teamwork, exceptional service, and continuous learning.
Pay:
$15.00 - $16.00 per hour Expected hours: 32.0 - 40.0 per week
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance

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What they do

A Hotel Desk Clerk provides service to customers at the front desk of a hotel. Takes room reservations, checks in guests and handles payments; answers questions and arranges for room services requested by customers.

$28,506 / year median in Missouri

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