Front Desk Agent

Atira Hotels

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Naperville, Illinois

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Front Desk Agent is responsible for managing guest reservations, processing check-ins and check-outs, and handling customer inquiries. They must also maintain professional relationships with guests and ensure the security of guest information.

Qualifications

You have a high school diploma or equivalent and possess excellent communication and public relations skills. You are organized, detail-oriented, and proficient with computers and office equipment, with prior customer service and data entry experience being preferred.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Data entry

Communication

Public relations

Typing

PC proficiency

Office equipment operation

Job Description

Front Desk Agent 

"Join the Fairfield Inn & Suites Naperville Hotels Family and Build a Legacy of Hospitality!"

Job Details

  • Work Location:
    • Fairfield Inn & Suites Naperville- 1847 W Diehl Rd, Naperville, IL 60563
    • TownePlace Suites Naperville- 1843 W Diehl Rd, Naperville, IL 60563.
  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Pay: $16.50- $17 per hour
  • Schedule: 8-hour shifts, Monday to Friday, Night shifts, Holidays, and Weekends

Job Overview

The Front Desk Agent is responsible for providing excellent customer service, managing reservations, and maintaining professional relationships with guests. This role involves various clerical duties and requires prompt and courteous resolution of customer inquiries and issues.

Key Responsibilities

  • Reservation Management:
    • Receive and process reservations via phone, fax, and mail.
    • Enter reservations into the computer system and provide additional information.
    • Verify pricing, discounts, and billing information, and notify customers of room features and availability.
    • Maintain reservation files and resolve related problems.
    • Understanding of basic hotel operations, including reservations, guest check-ins and check-outs, and customer service protocols.
  • Customer Service:
    • Check in and out guests efficiently.
    • Process customer payments and post applicable charges.
    • Inform customers of credit holds and conduct customer surveys.
    • Interact with guests regarding their stay, resolving questions, requests, and problems promptly and courteously.
    • Keep customers informed of company policies, procedures, and account statuses.
  • Professional Relations:
    • Maintain the company’s professional reputation by providing superior customer service.
    • Assist and support area personnel as needed.
    • Coordinate with the Accounting Department regarding customer credit status.
    • Keep management informed of area activities and significant problems.
    • Effective working relations with company personnel.
    • Safeguard guest information, including but not limited to: Personal information, address, room numbers, credit card numbers, etc. 
  • Perform any other tasks/duties as assigned by the manager/ supervisor.

Qualifications

  • Education/Certification: High school graduate or equivalent.
  • Experience: Customer service and data entry experience preferred.
  • Skills/Abilities:
    • Excellent communication and public relations skills.
    • Well organized and attentive to detail.
    • Willingness to assist others.
    • Strong typing abilities and proficiency with PC, calculator, and office equipment.

Benefits

  • Employee hotel room discount
  • Holiday pay
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Professional development assistance

WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING WITH US:

  • Unleash Your Creativity: We’re all about innovation and fresh ideas. Let your imagination run wild!
  • Be Authentically You: Join a team that values diversity and lets you bring your whole self to work every day.
  • Level Up Your Career: Our fast-paced environment is perfect for those who want to advance quickly and seize new opportunities.
  • Feed Your Curiosity: With endless learning and development options, you can always stay one step ahead.
  • Prioritize Your Well-being: Start day one with fantastic benefits because your health and happiness matter to us.

If you’re still with us, there’s only one thing left to do:  Apply now and become part of something amazing!

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Fairfield Inn & Suites Naperville Hotels:
Fairfield Inn & Suites Naperville is dedicated to creating a workplace that is inclusive, diverse, and fair for everyone. We provide equal employment opportunities to all, regardless of characteristics such as race, color, genetic information, creed, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Our hiring decisions are based on the needs of the business and the merits of each applicant, including their qualifications, experience, skills, availability, cooperation, and job performance.

Atira Hotels

Atira Hotels is one of the hotel industry’s top hotel management, investment and development companies based out of Chicago, Illinois. Our principals have been involved in the development and operation of hotels from over 20 franchise brands in ten states across the United States and are currently managing and asset managing hotel properties across the United States and Canada.
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