Hotel Front Desk Associate

We passionately believe it’s our people who make us what we are today, and it’s our people who will help us grow. It’s our colleagues’ distinct personalities and talent that bring to life our purpose of providing True Hospitality for everyone. That means making everyone feel welcome, cared for, recognized and respected, and going the extra mile to create special guest experiences and lasting memories.

If you have that True Hospitality spirit, and share our values. If you’ve got ambition and ideas. If you want to work somewhere that appreciates you for who you are and will support you in building your own career path - then we are for you.

Job Description

The moment a guest steps into our hotel, they walk into a genuinely memorable experience. As a Front Desk Agent, you’ll not only be the person they rely on to handle transactions, offer local insights and anticipate every detail of a friction-free experience. You’ll also create the warm atmosphere that makes our guests feel at home.

Daily Duties

• Welcome guests in a friendly, prompt and professional manner.
• Register guests, issue room keys, provide information on hotel services and room location.
• Must be able to respond to guest issues with a warm and courteous attitude along with a timely response, and follow up.
• Must a have a professional tone and clear speaking voice and will be able to handle issues or complaints which may arise.
• Accurately process all cash and credit card transactions in accordance with established procedures including but not limited to posting all charges, completing cashier and other reports, preparing deposit, and counting/securing assigned bank.
• Communicate any outstanding guest requests or issues to management that may require additional monitoring or follow-up.
• Answer phones in a prompt and courteous manner.
• Provide guests with tourist information, directions and local dinning choices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Frequently standing up behind the desk and front office areas
• Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Handling objects, products and computer equipment
• Use a keyboard to operate various property management and reservations systems, etc.
• Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with guests and employees.
• Reading and writing abilities as well as basic math skills are utilized often.
• Problem solving, reasoning, motivating and training abilities are often used.
• Shifts &include days, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Additional Information

Hotel discounts worldwide are available as well as vacation & personal time off days and the chance to work with a great team of people. Most importantly, we'll give you the room to be yourself. So what's your passion?

Red Lion Hotels is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Portland, OR 97220 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Portland, OR 97220: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person