Front Desk Agent

Overview

Autograph Charlottesville — The Draftsman, Autograph Collection, 1106 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22903, USA. This pet-friendly, upscale boutique hotel features 150 guestrooms, over 2,300 sq. ft of meeting space, and a rooftop fitness center. The hotel blends Virginia’s historic voices and visions with modern amenities, offering an inspiring place to build a career.

The Draftsman, Charlottesville, University, Autograph Collection Hotel

Front Desk Agent

Our guests  first impression starts with you. As a Front Desk Agent, you will welcome guests, provide a smooth check-in experience, handle payments, offer local insights, and ensure they have a friction-free stay.

Note: Candidates must be flexible and able to work morning and evening shifts as needed.

• Check guests in and out of the hotel according to hotel and/or brand standards.
• Inform guests about the hotel s facilities, policies and procedures. Provide tourist information to guests.
• Handle hotel phone system. Transfer calls to appropriate departments/guests. Accurately take messages for guests.
• Take, modify and cancel guestroom reservations.
• Deal with inquiries, requests and concerns from guests. Coordinate with other departments to fulfill guest special requests.
• Perform cashier duties. Post phone charges and other miscellaneous charges to guest accounts.
• Notify housekeeping and maintenance of any reported problems with guestrooms or grounds.
• Follow in-house procedures to help ensure the security of guests and employees. Know hotel emergency procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness of the Front Office area.

• The hotel operates 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Department schedules must accommodate fluctuating business demands and employees may be asked to work shifts other than those they prefer or normally work.
• Employees are required to adhere to all work rules, procedures and policies established by the hotel, including, but not limited to, those contained in the employee handbook.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to maintain control and composure in difficult situations and exhibit good judgment.

• Stand and walk for extended periods during the shift.
• Lift and carry luggage, packages, and other items weighing up to a certain limit (e.g., 40 pounds).
• Sit, reach, stoop, bend, and kneel as necessary.
• Work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Interact with guests, colleagues, and staff members from diverse backgrounds.
• Adapt to varying work schedules, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Operate computer systems and other office equipment.

Donohoe Hospitality Services offers employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, leaves of absence, retirement plans, paid time off, and hotel room discounts. Daily pay options are also available to access earnings on the same day you work.

If you re ready to bring your energy and skills to a team dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences, we want to hear from you. Apply today and be a key player in creating memorable moments for our guests.

Motivations

Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.