Front Desk Agent

Omni Severin Hotel Front Desk Position

Ideally located in the heart of downtown Indianapolis, the four-diamond Omni Severin Hotel stands as the city's longest running luxury hotel and a beautifully restored piece of the city's history. The hotel elegantly combines the grandeur of the early 1900's with the modern amenities and superior service of today, and offers memorable experiences that are within walking distance to many leisure, business and cultural attractions. Associates at the Omni Severin Hotel enjoy a safe and nurturing environment where anything is possible to make their career with Omni Hotels a reality. The pride in our associates, the engagement of our guests and the spirit of "Hoosier Hospitality" are just a few examples of why we are the employer of choice in the Indianapolis area. If you are a people pleaser, self motivated, and live to serve others, the Omni Severin Hotel is the hotel for you.

$17 per hour plus free parking! For more than 100 years, Omni Severin Hotel has stood as the longest-running luxury hotel in the heart of downtown Indianapolis. When you join the Omni Family you will receive free parking, a free lunch / dinner, an excellent starting rate of pay, full benefits and be surrounded by co-workers who are All-In for our guests and each other!

Responsibilities

Process guest check-ins and check-outs according to Omni's Moments of Service and Standard Operating Procedures

Empathetically listen to guest inquiries and provide appropriate responses

Set up accurate accounts for each guest checking in according to their preferences (room type, payment, etc.)

Block rooms in the computer and follow through on designated requirements

Pre-register designated guests and prepare key packets

Communicate pertinent guest information to designated departments / personnel (i.e., special requests, amenity delivery)

Maintain confidentiality of all guests and hotel information

Employ attention to detail in order to ensure security of guest room access

Understand and execute all Omni accounting standards ensuring accurate settlement of folios, routing of charges and adjustments

Maintain guest history files on all guests

Accommodate room changes expediently

Document all guest requests, complaints or problems immediately and notify designated department / personnel for resolving the situation. Follow up to ensure completion and guest satisfaction

Issue safe deposit boxes to guests and ensure security of key

Monitor, send and distribute guest faxes

Generate, print and distribute daily and weekly reports

Resolve discrepancies on the room status report with Housekeeping

Maintain complete knowledge at all times of all hotel features / services, hours of operation, room types, numbers, layout, decor, appointments and locations, room rates, special packages and promotions

Qualifications

Ability to clearly and pleasantly communicate both verbally and in writing in English with guests, management and co-workers, both in person and by telephone

Ability to accurately and efficiently input information into computer systems

Ability to work cohesively with co-workers both within and outside of your department

Ability to compute accurate mathematical calculations

Ability to think clearly, quickly and make concise decisions

Ability to prioritize, organize and follow up

Ability to work well under pressure, dealing with many arrivals and departures within a short period of time

Previous customer service experience

Previous hotel front desk experience is strongly preferred

Previous cashiering experience is preferred

Fluency in a foreign language is preferred

Previous guest relations training is preferred

Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity employer.