Hotel Front Desk Agent

Description TownePlace Suites Latham is seeking a Full-Time Front Desk Agent to join their team! We’re centrally located to Saratoga Race Course, RPI, SUNY Albany and Siena College and Downtown Albany is only 10 miles south. There are 114 pet friendly rooms consisting of studio, 1- and 2-bedroom suites with fully equipped kitchens, free Wi‑Fi and smart TV’s. An indoor heated pool and fitness center are also available with safety restrictions in place. The TownePlace Suites Latham is one of the 50 hotel properties owned and managed by the award‑winning hotel management company, Buffalo Lodging Associates. The Front Desk Agent is the face of the hotel, and provides superior service to all guests. Responsibilities include: Greeting guests, complete the check‑in/ check‑out procedure through the Property management system while obtaining and storing pertinent information. Handles cash, credit card information and goods at the property Identifying the needs of each guest and provides relevant information regarding the hotel services and amenities, to create an accommodating environment for all. Respond to all guest requests in a timely manner. Taking reservations from incoming callers while providing excellence in service and inputs all information into the hotel management system. Updates and cancels reservations in the system as requested by the guest. Typical Schedule : Morning Shifts - 7Am-3PM Evening Shifts 3PM-11PM , weekend availability needed, flexibility needed What You Bring Customer Service experience, in a hotel setting preferred. Marriott experience is a plus. High School diploma or equivalent is preferred. Computer knowledge including intranet, Property management system, WORD, and EXCEL is strongly preferred. Must have valid driver's license, and acceptable driving history subject to company approval . What We Offer You Paid Weekly (Every Friday!) Pay : $17.25/hr Competitive 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Generous Employer Match Paid Vacation and Sick Time Paid Holidays Tuition Reimbursement Flexible Spending Account Company Paid Life Insurance Company Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Employee Assistance Program Hotel Discounts – for You, Your Friends and Family Wellness Programs Monthly Employee Appreciation Activities & Events Learning and Development Opportunities Employee Referral Program Equal Opportunity Employer 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr