Hotel Equities, a multi-award-winning hotel development and hospitality management company, is currently searching for a remarkableFront Desk Agentfor Moxy Halifax Downtown, Halifax, NS.Job PurposeResponds 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. Warm, knowledgeable service and helpful guidance reassure guests they’ve made the right choice to stay with us.ResponsibilitiesGreet and welcome guests upon arrival. Register guests into the computer, verifying reservation, address, and credit information. Promote “preferred” guest program and provide recognition and benefits to all current members.Accept payment for guests’ accounts both at the time of registration and at checkout. Maintain a house bank and make a deposit and accurate report of receipts daily.Promptly respond to and resolve guest complaintsAnswer telephone promptly and properly being polite, courteous, and friendlyBe friendly, thorough, accurate and efficient in taking reservationsBe friendly, thorough, accurate and efficient in performing Check-insBe friendly, thorough, accurate and efficient in performing Check-outsAssist guests with luggage upon their arrival to and departure from the hotelUse the guests’ namesBe knowledgeable and helpful about the local area, the hotel and hotel servicesHandle messages, wake-up calls and mail properlyAssist guests’ with laundry/dry cleaning needsKnow of incoming VIPsFollow all applicable Company Standard Operating Procedures.Perform other assignments as directed by the Guest Services Manger.Be an enthusiastic, helpful and positive member of the teamBe professional, responsible and mature in conduct and behaviorBe understanding of, encouraging to and friendly with all co-workersBe self-motivated and use time wiselyMaintain open line of communications with each departmentCommunicate pertinent informationRespond positively to recent ideasOpenly accept critical/developmental feedbackMaintain effective communication through the use of meetings,



log books and bulletinsBe available to help other departments in emergency situationsAdhere to all work rules, procedures and policies established by the company including, but not limited to those contained in the associate handbook.Safety and Security SkillsProperly handle and account for keysBe knowledgeable of policies regarding emergency procedures and security concernsAggressively seek and react to opportunities to sell rooms, including re-rents, and last rooms availableHave complete knowledge of hotel rooms, function space, restaurant, other outlets, and services; have in depth knowledgeof and regularly re-stock and sell pantry itemsIncreases revenues by offering customers upgraded rooms and promoting hotel amenities and outletsEnsure all customers establish credit upon check-in. Improves timeliness of cash flow by adhering to all established credit and inventory control procedures:Verifies all information on reservations check-in; name, address, method of payment, etc.Retrieves proper name and address verification and proper approval codes for cash and credit card paying customersIdentifies and records special billing instructions and notifies accountingCompletes shift closing accurately by getting appropriate approval signatures and authorization codesAdheres to hotel policies regarding the use of cash banksStays current with developments in the hotel by reviewing the communication log book each shift; updates log book for next shiftReport potential sales contacts to the sales department protection of guests’ room numbers.Qualifications and RequirementsHigh School diploma /Secondary qualification or equivalent.Experience with Marriott, Hilton, IHG, Wyndham or Hyatt processes and standards.Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s)



used in the workplace.Must be able to read and write to facilitate the communication process.Requires good communication skills, both verbal and written.Must possess basic computational ability.Must possess basic computer skills.Extensive knowledge of the hotel, its services and facilities; General knowledgeof the city where hotel is located and its attractions.Most work tasks are performed indoors. Temperature is moderate and controlled by hotel environmental systems.Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for up to 8 hours in length. Length of time of these tasks may vary from day to day and task to task.Must be able to exert well-paced ability to reach other departments of the hotel on a timely basis.Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs occasionally.Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening and hearing ability and visual acuity.Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating with guests, supervisors and subordinatesVision occurs continuously with the most common visual functions being those of near vision and depth perception.Ability to spend extended lengths of time viewing a computer screen.Requires manual dexterity to use and operate all necessary equipment.Must have finger dexterity to be able to operate office equipmentOtherBeing passionate about people and service.Strong communication skills are essential when interacting with guests and employees.Reading and writing abilities are used often when completing paperwork, logging issues/complaints/requests/ information updates, etc.Basic math skills are used frequently when handling cash or credit.Problem-solving, reasoning, motivating, and training abilities are often used.Have the ability to work a versatile schedule including nights, weekends and/or holidaysAmazing Benefits At A GlanceTeam Driven and Values Based CultureMedical/Dental/VisionVacation & Holiday PayEmployee Assistance ProgramReduced Room Rates throughout the portfolioThird Party Perks (Movie Tickets, Attractions, Other)Employee assistance programEmployee discountParental leaveReferral program$18 per hour#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Front Desk Agent, Moxy Halifax Downtown, Halifax, Ns - $18 An Hour (Winnipeg)
🏢 Hotel Equities
📍 Winnipeg