Front Desk Agent (Full-Time) - IHG Army Hotels - San Antonio, TX

About Us:

Do you see yourself as an Front Desk Agent? What's your passion? Whether you're into tennis, shopping or karaoke, at IHG we're interested in YOU. At IHG we employ people who apply the same amount of care and passion to their jobs as they do their hobbies - people who put our guests at the heart of everything they do. And we're looking for more people like this to join our friendly and professional team. We currently have a Front Desk Agent position available at Joint Base San Antonio - IHG Army Hotels - Fort Sam Houston property located in San Antonio, Texas.

Your Day to Day:

Check-in/check-out hotel guests in a timely and professional manner; process all payments according to established procedures.

• Welcome guests in a friendly, prompt and professional manner.

• Register guests, issue room keys, provide information on hotel services and room location. Answer phones in a prompt and courteous manner.

• Up-sell rooms where possible to maximize hotel revenue.

• Accurately process all cash and credit card transactions in accordance with established procedures including but not limited to posting all charges, completing cashier and other reports, preparing deposit, and counting/securing assigned bank.

• Issue, control and release guest safe-deposit boxes.

• Communicate any outstanding guest requests or issues to management that may require additional monitoring or follow-up.

• Respond appropriately to guest complaints. Make appropriate service recovery gestures in order to ensure total guest satisfaction.

• May routinely book guest reservations for individuals and/or groups that are requested either by phone or from within the hotel; process cancellations, revisions, and information updates on changes.

• Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communications and coordination with other departments.

• Perform other duties as assigned including guest room tours, concierge services, special guest requests, etc.

What we need from you:

High School diploma or equivalent, plus one-year front desk/guest service experience. Some college preferred. Must speak fluent English. Other languages preferred.

This job requires ability to perform the following

• Frequently standing up behind the desk and front office areas

• Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds

• Handling objects, products and computer equipment

• Use a keyboard to operate various property management and reservations systems, etc.

Other

• Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with guests and employees.

• Reading and writing abilities are utilized often.

• Basic math skills are used frequently.

• Problem solving, reasoning, motivating and training abilities are often used.

• May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

What we offer:

In return we'll give you a competitive financial and benefits package which may include healthcare support, dental, vision, disability and life insurance support, and a matching 401k plan. Hotel discounts worldwide are available as well as access to a wide variety of discount programs and the chance to work with a great team of people. Most importantly, we'll give you the room to be yourself. So what's your passion? Please get in touch and tell us how you could bring your individual skills to IHG. IHG is an equal opportunity employer: Minorities / Females / Disabled / Veterans.

Not Applicable for Colorado Applicants

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At IHG, we've made a promise. As one of the world's leading hotel groups, we're here to deliver True Hospitality for Good. Making our guests and colleagues feel welcome, cared for, recognised and respected - wherever they are in the world. Want to be part of the journey?

We need people like you to make a difference and create exceptional experiences every single day. Don't just join a growing team of 370,000 colleagues across 100 countries. Let your passion shine. Innovate and collaborate around the world. Embrace your ambition.

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.

At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We firmly believe that all our colleagues deserve to be treated equally and have the same opportunities to develop and grow their skills within our business and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and colleagues without regard to an individual's, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or familial status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.