Hotel Front Desk Agent/Part Time

Accolades with an Award-Winning HotelFive-Time #1 Best Historic Hotel in America- USA Today (2021 2025)#1 Best Historic Hotel and Best Social Media- Historic Hotels of America2025 Preferred Hotels & Resorts in Pennsylvania- S. News and World ReportVoted Best Hotel in the Lehigh Valley- TripAdvisorAwarded as Top Workplace- Morning CallWhy Work for UsHistoric hotel Bethlehem offers their employees the opportunity to work alongside a team of dedicated individuals who are devoted to embracing the hotel's culture and legacy. We strive to develop a team with pride and passion in each and every role to take care of guests and each other.Part Time PositionsFlexible HoursTeam Working EnvironmentGrowth OpportunitiesHotel discounts through Historic Hotels of AmericaPosition Summary:Part Time positions available.Acts as the ambassador of Historic Hotel Bethlehem. Takes ownership of the guest experience by maintaining a positive and proactive rapport. Manages the arrival, departure and overall experience for hotel guests.Skills Required to Perform Essential Duties:Strong customer service orientationStrong listening skills and patienceAbility to deal well with people in a professional and courteous mannerExcellent phone skillsExperience with hotel software preferredRequirements:Provide a first-rate guest experienceProvide information to guests about hotel policies, services and amenitiesRespond to requests from guests for assistance and information about the local areaSelling and up-selling rooms to "walk-in" customersCommunicate with the sales department to ensure knowledge of key accounts and groupsEntering/changing reservation information on the computer systemPosting charges to guest accountsProcessing payments from guestsClosing, balancing and making necessary corrections to guest accountsCounting and balancing cash, credit cards and direct bill accountsListening for or anticipating and responding to guest complaintsOperating hotel switchboard or PBX. Use established greeting when answering the phone or meeting guests in person. Speak with attitude of warmth and friendliness. Find a way to say "yes" to their needs if you are reasonably able to do so. Look for ways to be helpful and courteous.Maintaining daily logsYou are part of the property's security team and are responsible to report any potential safety or security hazards to management immediately. Know all emergency procedures to follow and how to respond in the event of different types of emergencies.Ability to work weekends and holidaysQualifications:Must be 18 years of age or older. Must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Must be able to communicate effectively and verbally in English. Excellent hospitality skills. Self-motivated with excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to work a flexible schedule including extended hours, weekends and holidays.Physical Requirements:Also, applicants must have the ability to use abdominal and back muscles and be able to stand for the duration of the shift. Must also have the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists, and to reach and stretch, bend, kneel and squat.