Front Desk Agent - Arizona Biltmore, a Waldorf Astoria Resort

Company: Hilton Worldwide
Location: Phoenix
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

The historic Arizona Biltmore is looking for a Front Desk Agent to join this team Located in the heart of the prestigious Biltmore neighborhood in Phoenix since 1929, this gorgeous 39-acre property reopened in May 2021 after undergoing a $100 million renovation. This iconic hotel has over 700 rooms, over 200,000 square feet in banquet space, and 8 food and beverage outlets (including 2 restaurants, 2 pools, 2 bars, a gelato shop/caf--, and in-room dining). Classification: Full-Time Shift: Various - must have full availability to work between the hours of 6:30am-11:30pm including weekends and holidays. The ideal candidate will be friendly and ougoing with at least three (3) years of customer service experience. Prior front desk experience in a resort environment is a plus. Want to learn more? Hotel Website, Instagram, Facebook What will I be doing? As a Guest Services Agent, acts as a representative of hotel to all internal and external guests, ensuring that the highest standards of True Waldorf Service are upheld and guest expectations are exceeded through the check-in, check-out process, in person throughout the stay and through telephone communications. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards: Greet guests and complete the registration process to include, but not limited to, inputting and retrieving information from the computer, confirmation of guest information and room rate, selection of rooms, coding electronic keys, promoting marketing programs, providing a welcome packet and ensuring guest knows location of room and/or has a bell person accompany him/her Assist guests with check-out including, but not limited to, ensuring rooms and services are correctly accounted, using the point-of-sale system, handling money, processing credit and debit cards, accepting and recording various forms of payment, converting foreign currency, making change and processing gift certificates and cards Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of hotel information including, but not limited to, room categories, room rates, packages, promotions, the local area and other general product knowledge and answer guest questions and inquiries Use up-selling techniques to promote hotel services and facilities and to maximize room occupancy Respond to guest inquiries and requests and resolve issues in a timely, friendly and efficient manner Field guest complaints, conduct research and resolve and negotiate solutions for guest satisfaction Receive, input, retrieve and relay messages to guests Use the correct procedures regarding the acceptance of foreign currencies, credit cards and cash in accordance with the hotel credit policy Comply with hotel security, fire regulations and all heath and safety legislation Act in accordance with policies and procedures when working with front of house equipment and property management systems Follow company brand standards Attend appropriate training courses, when required, and assist with the Night Team's training and development efforts Assist other departments, if necessary What are we looking for? Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values: Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences. Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time. Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities. Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do. Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions. Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes: Quality Productivity Dependability Customer Focus Adaptability What will it be like to work for Hilton? Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision "to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality" unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all The Benefits- Hilton is proud to have an award-winning workplace culture ranking 2 Best Company To Work For in the U.S. We support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits such as: Access to your pay when you need it through DailyPay Health insurance Career growth and development Team Member Resource Groups Recognition and rewards programs Go Hilton travel discount program Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO) Supportive parental leave Employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - purchase Hilton shares at 15% discount Debt-free education: Access to a wide variety of educational credentials (ex. college degrees, high school completion, English-language learning, digital literacy, professional certificates and more)

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