Front Desk Agent- Hilton Denver City Center

Why us?

Hilton Denver City Center is In the Heart of Downtown Denver. Our business is about people serving people, and our team members are the heart and soul of our hospitality. Whether team members are just starting on their journey or looking for the next step in their careers, Hilton is prioritizing opportunities for team members to take their jobs and turn them into lifelong careers.

As part of Sage Hospitality Group, we passionately strive to be the best and create excellence in everything we do. We believe in enriching lives one experience at a time. This is more than a slogan, we empower our employees to make positive impacts on the communities in which we live and work. By providing genuine service we build relationships with our guests and value for our shareholders, and we create unforgettable experiences.

The Hotel is a half-mile from the Colorado Convention Center, Larimer Square, Coors Field and the Denver Performing Arts Complex. Just a block from our hotel is 16th street, a popular stretch for dining, nightlife and shopping. Enjoy dining and drinks at Prospect’s Urban Kitchen and Bar, our on-site restaurant.

Job Overview

Responds in a professional and courteous manner to arriving, departing and in-house guests by providing accurate and timely information and services. Responds to telephone and in-person inquiries regarding reservations, hotel information and guest concerns.

Responsibilities

• Greets and completes established check-in procedures for arriving guests on a daily basis, using both manual and computerized methods, in order to ensure guest are satisfied and in rooms as requested.

• Facilitates guest departure (check-out) on a daily basis by following established manual and computer procedures in order to close guest accounts and open the room for the next sell.

• Regularly calculates and/or posts monies, receipts, guest accounts and other forms of credit using accurate, proper cash handling methods and established procedures in order to present the customer with timely and precise hotel charges upon check-out and maintain accurate hotel records.

• Courteously answers inquiries and accepts reservations, both in person and by telephone, by accurately communicating hotel rates and information and by using suggestive selling techniques to sell room nights, increase occupancy and revenue.

• Maintains good customer relations by keeping abreast of all in-house and area functions in order to answer questions and concerns with timely and knowledgeable responses, in person and on telephone.

• Operates the PBX equipment by accepting incoming calls, assisting outgoing calls, scheduling and setting wake-up calls and paging guests to provide guests with timely and efficient service.

• Controls cash transactions at the front desk and maintains complete responsibility for personal bank as specified by hotel bank agreement policy.

• Maintains a friendly, cheerful and courteous demeanor at all times.

Qualifications

Education/Formal Training

High School diploma or equivalent

Experience

None required

Knowledge/Skills

• Must have high school graduate level mathematical aptitude, know standard cash handling procedures and knowledge of computerized cash register systems.

• Must have past experience in dealing directly with the public and acquired general knowledge of basic customer service skills.

• Must be fluent in oral and written English.

• Must be able to use tact and understanding when dealing with a variety of customer service problems, including stressful and highly emotional situations.

• Must be highly organized and able to pay attention to minute written and verbal details, particularly when performing multiple tasks.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to read written communiques and monochrome computer screen.

• Must be able to operate computer, calculator and telephone keyboards, for cash handling and paperwork processing.

• Must be able to understand and follow verbal/written instructions, work on more than one task at a time, and be able to communicate both verbally and in writing.

• 90% of shift is standing, Bending/kneeling - repeated bending and kneeling required while filing.

• Mobility - must be able to reach all areas of hotel to assist clients.

• Occasional standing. Occasional carrying and lifting of files and office items up to 25 lbs.

Environment

Prolonged standing at indoor, thermostatically climate-controlled work station under florescent lighting. Work inside 95%

Benefits

• Employee Referral Program - $500 to $1000 based on position!

• Free Monthly RTD EcoPass- Full time Only

• Sage Savings Spot Deals on furniture, electronics, cell phone plans, flowers, restaurants and much, much more!

• Company-paid short-term disability

• Paid FMLA leave for up to a period of 12 weeks

• Discounted Hotel rates at all Hilton & Sage managed Hotels & Restaurants

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K & Flex Spending Account (FT Employees)

• Paid time off for Vacation, Sick days and Holidays (FT Employees)

• A fun work environment that encourages individuality, recognition, growth & development

Salary

USD $20.00 - USD $20.00 /Hr.

ID: 2026-32688

Position Type: Regular Full-Time

Property : Hilton Denver City Center

Outlet: Hotel

Category: Front Desk & Guest Services

Min: USD $20.00/Hr.

Max: USD $20.00/Hr.

Tipped Position: No

Address : 1701 California St

City : Denver

State : Colorado

EOE Protected Veterans/Disability