Front Desk Agent (PT)

Residence Inn Norfolk 1590 N Military Hwy Norfolk, VA 23502, USA Responsibilities Greet and welcome guests upon arrival, ensuring a warm and friendly first impression. Register guests into the computer system, verifying reservation details and processing payments. Handle cash and balance the cash drawer, maintaining accurate financial records. Provide guests with information about hotel facilities and local attractions. Assist guests with check‑out, ensuring all services are correctly accounted for and processing various forms of payment. Field guest complaints, conduct research, and resolve issues to ensure guest satisfaction. Maintain extensive knowledge of the hotel’s services, facilities, and the local area. Follow hotel policies and procedures, including safety and security standards, and continuously strive to improve operational standards. Participate in upselling and promoting marketing programs to enhance guest experience and hotel revenue. Work cohesively with the team, supporting management and collaborating professionally with co‑workers. Skills and Abilities Understand the mission, vision, and goals of the hotel Must be able to prioritize and work efficiently with limited supervision Requires effective communication skills, both verbal and written with the ability to upsell guests into rooms that fit their needs Must possess basic computer skills Strong attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously General knowledge of the city where the hotel is located and its attractions Extensive knowledge of the hotel, its services and facilities Ability to handle cash and balance cash drawer required Strong team player, able to partner with management and other employees in a professional manner Qualifications Education: High School diploma or GED equivalence Experience: 1 year of Customer Service experience preferred Additional: Will be required to work flexible scheduled shifts based on business needs; primarily 3pm - 11pm with possibility of overnights Physical Requirements Must be able to lift and/or carry up to 40 pounds frequently to assist guests Ability to stand for extended periods of time Ability to hear, understand and communicate orally and in writing to communicate with staff, vendors and guests a normal in-person and phone conversation Ability to bend and twist, push and pull, stoop, and kneel Ascend and descend a ladder Equal Opportunity Employer We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please contact: View email address on click.appcast.io. Peregrine Hospitality is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran and Drug Free workplace. 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