Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Front Desk Agent ID 2024-25697 Position Type Regular Full-Time Property The Nines Outlet Hotel Category Front Desk & Guest Services Address 525 SW Morrison St City Portland State Oregon Why us?

the Nines, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Portland is seeking a Front Desk Agent to join their renowned team. The perfect candidate is passionate about service and creating indigenous experiences for each guest! Poised in the heart of the city center, within the walls of the stately Meier & Frank Building one of Portland's most beloved landmarks, the Nines honors the structure’s storied past, both in its striking decor and impeccable service. Individualistic design traits celebrate the surroundings of one of finest LEED Silver-certified hotels in Portland, providing the opportunity to truly experience the region's unique character.

 

As part of Sage Hospitality, we passionately strive to be the best and create excellence in everything we do. We are known amongst our staff, our owners, our guests and our communities as leaders in our field who are authentic, humble, innovative and flexible operators driven to anticipate needs and exceed expectations.

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 Medical, dental, & vision insuranceHealth savings and flexible spending accountsBasic Life and AD&D insurancePaid time off for vacation, sick time, and holidaysEligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) program with employer matchingEmployee Assistance ProgramTuition ReimbursementGreat discounts on Hotels, Restaurants, and much more. Options Apply for this job onlineApplyShareEmail this job to a friendRefer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed We want to connect with you TODAY! As we work to fully resume Sage’s operations, we want to connect with the best and brightest talent out there – YOU! Please click here to learn more about opportunities with Sage and provide your information so we can be in touch. Application FAQs

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