Front Desk Agent

Front Desk Ambassador

Responsible for providing excellent, memorable guest service to all guests while maintaining outstanding professionalism that reflects the company's commitment to creating memories for its guests, staff, and shareholders. The incumbent is a service ambassador for the property and organization, and is expected to deliver service accordingly. The goal of this position is to have someone at the front desk who is able to reach beyond the desk in helping guests get settled in to their accommodations.

This role could expand into a supervisory role when illustrating prowess in current assignments. With its exposure to so many other aspects of the resort, it could lead to other positions of interest. Individual career growth depends on the individual to ensure that they are exceeding expectations and seeking guidance/training when offered.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Responsible for selling services and amenities
• Check in and check out guests
• Making reservations room & dinner
• Sign guests up for activities
  • Serve as a subject matter expert on Ranch activities, including schedules, participation requirements, safety guidelines, policies, and guest expectations.
• Being visible/available
• Answer phones
• Manage phone activity including providing general knowledge to callers.
• Answer enquiries regarding company services and registration by letter, by telephone and in person.
• Responds to guest inquiries as needed
• Manage walk-in traffic. Smile and greet guests in a welcoming manner.
• Register and assign rooms to guests.
• Provide register guests information about services available at Tanque Verde Ranch and points of interest around town and surrounding areas.
• Verify that the correct charges and credits are posted to the corresponding guest folio.
• Collect payment for charges on the guest folio.
• Resolve guest complaints within scope of authority; otherwise refer the matter to the management.
• Follow security and safety standards at all times.
• Maintain and ensure front desk and lobby area are neat, organized and appealing and presentable to guests.
• Ensure all cash and cash equivalents are accounted for and balanced at the beginning and end of each work shift.
• Other duties may be assigned

Strong listener and communicator

Multi-tasking skills, and ability to share focus on many tasks/initiatives simultaneously

Self-starter, innovator, results-driven with ability to meet both short and long term business goals

Ability to manage time well, meet imposed deadlines and ability to work flexible hours

Proven problem solving skills with ability to maintain composure in stressful situations.

The position may also require the ability to lift over 80 pounds occasionally.

This position requires the ability to stand, and, walk, 4 to 5 hours at a time, climb stairs, reach, and bend.

High degree of professional and personal integrity

Excel & word knowledge a plus

Strong computer skills a huge plus

High school diploma or GED and two years guest service experience preferably in the hospitality industry.

Two years cash handling experience preferred.