Front Desk Agent - Hotel Operations

Our team members are the key to our company's success, and their health and well-being, as well as that of their families, is very important to us. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that allows our team members stay healthy, plan for their future and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Benefits may vary with employment status. To see our fill list of Team Member Benefits please visit our career site: www.gotoworkhappy.com/benefits

Job Description:

FRONT DESK AGENT

Overview The Front Desk Agent is responsible for checking guests in and out, running daily reports, handling guest transactions and maintaining a bank, and answering guest inquiries. They must ensure that the front desk and arrival experience is quick and efficient for all guests and visitors. Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Register property guests with an emphasis on fulfilling requests, following special handling instructions, and adhering to established credit policies and procedures. Select and block rooms for arriving guests; pre-register individuals or groups, as required. Ensure all guest information is accurate and maintained in an organized manner. Utilize the property management system to run daily reports and block any special requests. Check guests out of the property in accordance with procedures. Make change and post charges/make adjustments to guest accounts. Accept reservations, changes, and cancellations in the absence of reservations team. Promote room upgrades (upsell) and monitor and control product to meet goals. Reconcile transactions at the end of each shift, cash out, and maintain a balanced bank. Assist individuals and groups with check-in, checkout, and room changes. Work closely with the Valet Bell Services team to coordinate the efficient handling of luggage and follow up on guest requests, inquiries, etc. Greet guests in all public areas of the property; answer questions, handle requests, and offer directions, as needed. Work with the Hotel Operations Manager regarding hotel business to keep them informed. Maintain positive and professional communication with all team members. Provide recognition to others, including co-workers, supervisors, managers, and directors. Participate in meetings to learn about global programs, new products and procedures, and to discuss areas of opportunities, special events, and other activities. Ensure a healthy and safe work environment for co-workers and guests. Be knowledgeable of property facilities, services, hours of operation, in-house events, conferences, and amenities to proactively assist guests. Promote property outlets to guests. Assist guests in finding locations within the property by escorting, when possible, or giving clear directions. Resolve guest complaints using property procedures. Create a positive environment in which all team members have the ability to maximize their potential. Listen to comments, criticisms, and feedback from guests, team members, and managers to gain an understanding of strength and opportunity to improve personal/property performance. Work as a team, helping all team members to complete the required activities that ensure we deliver Amplified Service. Participate in Sound Check meetings on each shift. Always smile and offer a warm greeting to all. Know, understand, and practice (with energy and enthusiasm) the mission, values, mottos, culture and spirit that make Hard Rock unique. Perform duties in accordance with company standards, policies, and guidelines, and applicable laws and regulations. Perform additional duties as requested by department managers and supervisors. Communicate with supervisors and managers to ensure that assigned duties are completed to standard. Present a professional image to team members, guests, clients, owners, and investors. Maintain confidentiality of guest, employee, and company information. Operate ethically to protect the Hard Rock brand. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications

EDUCATION AND /OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma or equivalent is required, along with 6 months of Front Desk/Hotel Operations experience in a similar hotel environment required or an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Must obtain and maintain all licenses / certifications per Federal, State, and Gaming/Lottery regulations. Must successfully pass background check. Must successfully pass drug screening. Must be able to work nights, overnights, weekends, and holidays. Ability to deliver a service level which creates an atmosphere that makes our guest want to return, giving each guest a positive, memorable entertainment experience. Commitment to routinely go above and beyond in the accomplishment of position responsibilities in effort to play a role in the achievement of organizational goals. Must present an image of excitement, enthusiasm, and outgoing personality, while being able to project a professional appearance. Must possess strong communication and listening skills. Must have a friendly and outgoing personality. Ability to be punctual and meet deadlines. Must possess excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills. Must possess excellent time management skills. Ability to comprehend and use basic language, either written or spoken, to communicate information and ideas. Ability to read, comprehend, and write simple instructions, short correspondence and memos. Ability to perform numerical operations using basic counting, adding, subtracting, multiplying or dividing. Strong command of software applications, especially Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and hotel-specific platforms (LMS, Sabre/SYNXIS, Delphi, SUN, etc.). Ability to effectively deal with internal and external guests and team members, some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact, and diplomacy. Fluency in

English:

additional languages preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to move throughout the business (standing, walking, kneeling, bending) for extended periods of time. Ability to make repeating movements of the arms, hands, and wrists. Ability to express or exchange ideas verbally and perceive sound by ear. Ability to obtain impressions through the eyes. Manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and ability to work with hand above shoulders. Ability to occasionally move objects (lift, push, pull, balance, carry) up to 50 pounds / 25 kilograms. Ability to turn or twist body parts in a circular motion. Ability to tolerate exposure to heat, cold, chemicals, secondhand smoke, and loud/noisy environment. Additional Details

DISCLAIMER

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, skills, duties, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different task is performed when circumstances change (i.e. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technical development). #

HARDROCK

Thank you for choosing us as your employer of choice! If you are ready for an exciting opportunity working in a creative environment where you can bring your authentic self to work, we want to connect with you! If you're unable to find a position that matches your interest, please tell us a little about yourself, and we'll recommend jobs that match your interests. Be Iconic represents the roots of our culture. The Seminole Tribe of Florida remains the only unconquered tribe in the United States of America. The Tribe established Seminole Gaming in 1979, when it opened the first high-stakes bingo hall in the United States. Building on its rich heritage of courageous and groundbreaking achievements, the Seminole Tribe of Florida acquired Hard Rock International in March 2007—the first transaction of its kind by a Native American tribe. Today, Hard Rock International remains one of the most globally recognized companies in the world, with Hard Rock Hotel, Casino, Cafe and Rock Shop® venues in over 74 countries. With the continued growth of Seminole Gaming and Hard Rock International, Seminole Hard Rock Support Services was created to support all of our brands and lines of business. With the largest global footprint in the hospitality industry for over 50 years, our number-one job is to bring fun and excitement to our team members and our guests!