Front Desk Associate - Hampton Inn Portsmouth

Front Desk Associate - Hampton Inn Portsmouth Hampton Inn Portsmouth, a Colwen Hotels Property, is seeking a friendly, customer service focused Front Desk Associate to join our team. In this position you will be responsible for guest registration, making reservations, and providing guests with information about the hotel and the local area. If you have a knack for customer service and previous service-related work experience, we'd like to meet you.General Responsibilities:Operate the front desk and assist guests with inquiries and other needs during pre-arrival, registration, stay, checkout, and post-departure.Provide exceptional guest service.Efficiently manage the operations of the front desk, ensure check in and check out is timely.Warmly and professionally welcome all guests.Process guest check-in: confirm reservations, assign guest rooms.Treat requests with professionalism, tact, and courteous manner; act with a sense of urgency.Ensure that all complaints regarding service and/or accommodations are investigated and resolved.Maintain knowledge of hotel policies including rates, discounts, special offers and community events.Maintain knowledge of upcoming events, local area and hotel offerings.Ensure prompt delivery of billing to guests.Process all payments types e.g. charges, cash, checks, debit or credit cards.Discreetly handle confidential guest information.Coordinate with Housekeeping Department to track room readiness and communicate guest requests and concerns.Ensure lobby and shared areas are neat and orderly.Adhere to all Colwen and brand standards.Maintain STRICT key controls.Perform other related duties as assigned, you may be required to perform a variety of different job duties and functions in various departments during the course of a shift.Requirements:One year of related experience, hotel preferredPrior Brand experience preferredBilingual - English/SpanishExcellent verbal and written communications skillsStrong organizational skills and attention to detailSuperior interpersonal and customer service skills, ability to deal with difficult guestsFamiliarity with local area, ability to provide directions and maps to local attractions and destinationsProficient with Microsoft Office Suite and common computer software programsAbility to learn computer software programs and operate property management systemWillingness to work 7-day rotational work schedule including nights, weekends, and holidaysWe've got you covered: Benefits & Perks:Medical Insurance with Company-Funded HRADental InsuranceVision InsuranceFlexible Spending AccountsWide-Array of Supplemental Insurance OfferingsPaid Time Off ProgramsEmployee Assistance Program401K Plan Traditional & Roth Options with Employer MatchHotel Discount Travel Program for Associates & FamilyExclusive Associate Discounts Travel, Entertainment, & RetailTraining and Development ProgramsCareer Advancement OpportunitiesColwen Hotels is an equal opportunity employer. EOE M/F/D/V