Front Desk Agent

Front Desk Agent | Evo Campus Tahoe City | Tahoe City, CA Pay Range: $21.00 - $23.00 evo Hotel Tahoe City is curated by iconic snowboarder and Tahoe local Jeremy Jones, bringing his passion for the area to life throughout the hotel. Located in Tahoe City, along the shores of Lake Tahoe, a mecca for year-round adventure. This hotel is an outdoor cultural hub featuring curated rooms, a happening bar restaurant, gear rentals and demos, a gallery and creative retail experience. Who We Are Passionate about hospitality and fostering an environment where associates will thrive. Culture driven dedicated to respect, teamwork, an entrepreneurial spirit, and the drive to succeed. Unique - we encourage our associates to express themselves and their individual talents. We celebrate diversity and are committed to equity and inclusion. Innovators we are a lifestyle hotel management company that is constantly evolving. We are open-minded individuals who embrace change. A growing team looking to expand with authentic and genuine individuals who recognize the importance of team engagement. A company that has a culture of promoting from within. Recognized as a Top Workplace in The Washington Post and Philadelphia Inquirer. What's In It For You Discounted hotel stays within PM Hotel/Modus/evo Hotel portfolio! Enjoy discounts at evo retail + seasonal gear (snowboard, Ski, Bike) rentals. Access to portion of your earned wages before payday. 2x Holiday pay when worked. Generous health, dental, vision and Pet insurance, plus 401K Paid Parental Leave. Tuition reimbursement opportunities when you grow, we grow! Referral Bonus -- bring us your best! What You Will Do Develop in depth understanding of the property management system and POS functionality. Provide gracious and sincere customer service to all arriving and departing hotel guests and visitors. Follow all specified hotel procedures to properly conduct Front of the House business including but not limited to: Answering telephones in a prompt and professional manner and providing assistance to callers Taking reservations in person and over the phone Reading and responding to hotel email Checking guests in and out Completing group pre-registrations and key packets Posting charges and processing payments Communicating with Housekeeping and Maintenance Handling mail and coordinating deliveries of messages and packages Anticipating guests' needs, acting promptly to acknowledge all guests, however busy and whatever time of day. Communicate service and amenities of the hotel to guests and provide Concierge service as needed. Maintain a fluent knowledge of local restaurants, special events, city attractions, and outdoor activities. Be completely familiar with all hotel information necessary to increase revenues and enhance customer satisfaction, including current rate structures and sales strategies: current special rates and restrictions: types and location of rooms and suites available; and services, costs, hours and location of all hotel amenities, facilities and outlets. To maintain awareness of current business levels. To react immediately, in a positive way, to resolve guest complaints, problems and suggestions, when necessary, referring to Hotel management. Complete shift checklists and special projects as assigned. To follow all specified procedures to correctly handle all cash, credit and gift certificate transactions. Meet with departing Front Desk Host to review business status, log-book and follow-up items. Keep the front desk as well as lobby areas clean and well organized. Be available to work irregular hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays. Be completely familiar with hotel emergency procedures, and provide, calm, reassuring assistance to guests and fellow employees in the event of an emergency. To follow all company policies and procedures. To immediately report all suspicious occurrences and hazardous conditions. To maintain the cleanliness and safety of work areas at all times. Follow all company safety standards, including proper equipment handling to avoid injury to yourself and others. To attend all mandatory meetings as directed. To perform other tasks, including cross-training, as directed. Secondary Job Functions: Develop relationships with local service providers: cafes, florists, beauty shops, etc. What You Will Bring To The Table Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with co-workers and the public. Possess a courteous, friendly and professional manner. Independent thinker and a 'quick study'. Good team player. Willingness to go the extra mile. Ability to perform assigned duties with attention to detail, speed, accuracy, follow-through, courtesy, cooperativeness and work with a minimum of supervision. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations. Ability to effectively deal with internal and external customers, some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact, and diplomacy to defuse anger. Ability to work well under pressure and handle multiple tasks at once. Must be punctual with regular and reliable attendance. Non-Negotiables (Our Core Values) SERVE OTHERS. LIVE 360. BUILD A POSITIVE TEAM. COMMUNICATE. BE WILDLY PASSIONATE. TAKE OWNERSHIP. LEARN + INNOVATE. EMBRACE CHANGE As part of an organizational culture that embraces change and progress, this job description does not seek to limit the tasks and responsibilities of the position. Rather, it acts as a springboard for future career and personal development within the property team and entire Modus Hotels' community. We are an equal opportunity employer. We actively respect the right of any qualified individual who performs to Modus standards to work. Discrimination based on gender, age, race, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic not related. This description is subject to change, at the sole discretion of the Company, and in no way creates an employment contract, implied or otherwise; each associate remains, at all times, an "at will" associate. This position will require moving at least 50% of the time and lifting up to 30 lbs. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.