Hotel Front Desk Agent

Hotel Front Desk Agent

Do you have a passion for service and love to put a smile on people's faces? Then you might be an excellent fit for the hotel front desk agent position on our guest services team! You'll welcome guests, manage their account information, and ensure they have everything they need for an exceptional stay. Job seekers interested in working in a high-energy environment with growth opportunities and flexible hours should start their application today!

Responsibilities

• Take incoming calls, online and in-person room bookings requests, and answer questions about guests' needs involving room rates, available rooms, amenities, rewards programs, and special requests
• Give every guest a warm welcome, check them in, and check them out when they leave, ensuring you provide correct keys and room numbers
• Connect with the housekeeping department to ensure guest accommodations are ready
• Field customer complaints when necessary
• General bookkeeping: ensure all hotel guest account information is accurate and up-to-date

Qualifications

• Possesses strong customer service skills, interpersonal skills, organizational skills, and time management skills
• Must have graduated high school, received a GED or equivalent
• 1 year of experience in the hospitality industry as a hotel front desk agent, hotel receptionist, or guest service specialist preferred
• Well-versed in taking telephone calls and handling stressful situations
• Has previous experience or working knowledge of Microsoft Office and reservation management systems

About Crowne Plaza Houston Med Ctr-Galleria Area, an IHG Hotel

Located on the Southwest Freeway, between downtown and The Galleria, Crowne Plaza Houston Med Ctr-Galleria Area is a contemporary-styled hotel with innovative spaces and rooms for work-life balance. Placed in trendy Uptown, we are minutes from The Galleria, Texas Medical Center, and the city's incredible shopping, dining, sports, and entertainment. We're just ten minutes from downtown Houston, the Museum District, Rice University, and Minute Maid Park.

Host events, meetings, and weddings in 12,000 sq. ft. of space, including a modern ballroom. Enjoy Texas fare and cocktails at 2712 Bistro and Bar. Swim in our outdoor pool and get energized in our Fitness Center. Experience the heart of Houston with comfort and sophistication.