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Front Desk Associate

Marriott
  • Chesapeake, Virginia
    4 days ago

    Job Description

    Benefits:
    • Health insurance
    • Paid time off
    • 401(k)
    • 401(k) matching
    • Dental insurance
    • Employee discounts
    If you are looking for an exciting career with unlimited opportunities to thrive within LTD’s growing portfolio of properties, LTD Hospitality Group has an immediate opening for you to join our team as a Front Desk Associate.

    The ideal candidate for this position has strong attention to detail, excellent recall and follow up, and is able to multitask while maintaining a smile!   If you possess a positive, problem-solving attitude and a constant pursuit to be better... this is the perfect position for you!

    The Front Desk Associate is responsible for assisting our guests efficiently, courteously and professionally in all Front Desk related functions and to maintain the company's high standard of service and hospitality.

    • Provide the highest quality of service to the customer at all times.
    • Greet and register guests and provide room assignments accommodating special requests whenever possible.  Assist in pre-registration and blocking of registrations.
    • Have working knowledge of reservations and procedures, take reservations, and know cancellation procedures.
    • Handle guest check-ins and checkouts efficiently and in a friendly and professional manner.
    • Ensure that all cash, check and miscellaneous departments are in balance at the end of each shift.  Utilize proper cash handling procedures in accordance to company policies.  
    • Keep Housekeeping informed of any special requests, late checkouts and special need areas in the hotel.
    • Receive and transmit mail, phone, and written messages for guests.
    • Answer inquiries pertaining to hotel services, shopping, dining entertainment and travel directions.
    • Post room charges, food & beverage charges, phone charges, compute guest bills (individual, group masters, and city ledger accounts)  using PMS, collect payment and make change for hotel guests following all cash handling procedures as required by company policy.
    • Keep the Front Desk area neat, clean, and free of safety hazards.
    • Have knowledge of hotel property, hotel staff, and hotel services with hours of operations; room locations, types of rooms and room selling strategies; hotel rates and discounts and how to handle each; and hotel credit and check cashing policies and procedures.
    • Be very knowledgeable of the Brand loyalty programs and their benefits and current promotions being offered.
    • Responsible for proper telephone etiquette.
    • Develop a thorough knowledge of Emergency procedures.
    • Other duties as assigned by the supervisor
     

    Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Additionally, the requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skills and or ability required.

    • Has a sincere desire to exceed guest expectations
    • Must have exceptional oral and written communication skills
    • Must be dependable
    • Must have computer proficiency
    • Must have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
    • Must be able to work weekends and holidays
     
    Benefits:

    • Medical, Dental, Vision & 401 (k) with company match
    • Voluntary Short Term
    • Life & Accidental Death Insurance
    • Hotel Discounts
    • Paid Time Off
    • Training and Development Opportunities and Much More!
     

    For more information about joining the LTD family, please visit www.ltdhospitality.com . We look forward to hearing from you!

     LTD is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all aspects of employment to all applicants and employees, regardless of age, color, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information or other legally protected status.

     
    Compensation: $15.00 per hour




    Numbers & Facts

    LocationChesapeake, Virginia
    IndustryHotels and Lodging
    Company Size100 to 499 employees
    Year Founded1927
    Websitehttps://www.marriott.com/

    About Company

    Marriott International is the largest global hospitality company with 30 hotel brands represented in over 6,000 properties in 122 countries and growing.

    Whether you are a seasoned hospitality professional or just beginning your career, Marriott has endless opportunities for you to explore. To search all jobs or learn more about Marriott careers

    Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Marriott International does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.

    Skills

    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Computer Skillsunmatched
    • Corporate Policiesunmatched
    • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
    • Dental Insuranceunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Emergency Proceduresunmatched
    • Event Managementunmatched
    • Fitnessunmatched
    • Follow Throughunmatched
    • Food and Beverage Industryunmatched
    • Health Insuranceunmatched
    • High School Diplomaunmatched
    • Insuranceunmatched
    • Loyalty Programsunmatched
    • Multitaskingunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • QoS (Quality of Service)unmatched
    • Sales Strategyunmatched
    • Training/Teachingunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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