Front Desk Agent - Steady Extra (Harrah's LV)

Front Desk Agent

As a Front Desk Agent, you will be responsible for completing arrival and departure transactions for guests checking in/out of the hotel. Additionally, Front Desk Agent are resources for all guest questions with an upbeat and positive attitude and are the first line of defense when resolving guest complaints. Check-in and check-out guests respond to inquiries and complaints in an efficient, courteous and professional manner to achieve maximum customer satisfaction while complying with all Standard Operating Procedures and Standard of Service.

How You Will Create the Extraordinary

• Register guests to room while receiving all pertinent information accurately. Perform guest registration and room assignments, accommodating special requests whenever possible.
• Pre-register and block reservations.
• Take same day's reservations, and when necessary, future reservations following hotel rate structures and selling strategies.
• Handle guest check-in and check-out in accordance with hotel credit and cash handling policies in an efficient and friendly manner.
• Resolve customer complaints and answer guest inquiries in connection with hotel services, in-house events, directions, local attractions, etc.
• Troubleshoot all in-room movies / phone / billing problems.
• Cancel room reservations according to procedures.
• Prepare key packets and ensure miscellaneous brochures are fully stocked.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by supervisor or assistant manager. Process check-in and check-out transactions for guests
• Assist guests with questions about the city and property
• Assist guests with booking dinner, show, etc. when necessary
• Assist with guest service recovery when possible
• Always maintain an upbeat and positive attitude
• Responsible for staying informed of current events in hotel to effectively assist guests
• Acts as a liaison on behalf of the guest to expedite guest requests
• Maintains a professional and courteous attitude towards all guests (internal and external)
• Anticipating guests' needs and guest expectations
• Greet all guests with the proper introduction and makes them feel welcome
• Answers telephone promptly with a pleasant voice
• Attends to all guest inquiries, assists guests with problems, complaints, or special needs
• Maintains accuracy in cashiering
• Effectively generate reports according to shift
• Provide rate information for future or current dates
• Processes casino status changes on guest folios; attaches needed paperwork to all checked out folios;
• Keeps stations neat and well stocked with supplies.

What You Will Need

Must be 18 years of age or older Strong interpersonal and communication skills and be a team player Proficiency in a second language would be beneficial Self-starter with strong problem-solving ability Preferred one year experience in front desk or guest service field; 6 months experience in basic computer knowledge Excellent oral and written communication in English Heavy telephone volume Must be able to tolerate secondary smoke Close knit environment with constant co-worker involvement Must be able to complete several tasks at once with accuracy Must be able to stand for entire shift (an average 8-hour shift).

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Ability to perform reaching, stooping and /or crouching motions repeatedly Must be able to communicate verbally Must be able to lift 25lbs.

About Us

Come join our team at the fun place to play- Harrah's! We're looking for friendly and energetic team members who will entertain our guests in more than 2,500 rooms and suites, 86,000 square feet of casino space and seven outstanding restaurants. The excitement of Carnival Court coupled with the American spirit of Toby Keith's I Love This Bar and Grill provides a familiar atmosphere for you to start your career.

Job Info

• Job Identification 85160
• Job Category Hotel Operations
• Job Schedule Part time
• Locations Harrah's Las Vegas (On-site)