Inn Front Desk Agent - Flex

The starting pay range for this position begins at $16.75/hour and is based on the level of qualifications and relevant experience above the minimum requirements.

Front Desk Agents will provide exceptional, world-class guest service at multiple points of contact within the Inn on Biltmore Estate's Front Office operational areas. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: arrival and departure check in/check out; concierge services; shift close out and reporting; handling guest service recovery issues; and Chateau Tier lounge duties. Agents will also provide general assitance and support for the department, leadership, and the company.

Typical shifts for this position cover both 1st and 2nd shifts ranging from 7:00AM - 11:00PM. Weekends and holidays are a requirement of this position.

Essential Job Duties:

• Handles daily check-ins/check-outs in a gracious, warm, and timely manner.
• Identifies opportunities to upsell Lodging and other estate products and services.
• Assist with the pre-registering and pre-keying of group arrivals.
• Concierge services at both lobby and Chateau Tier lounge locations.
• Point of contact for guest service recovery issues and resolution.
• Post check-in telephone calls to assure guests’ expectations have been met.
• Maintain and file registration cards in the in-house and arrivals bucket; operate the time lox key system; process guest messages/faxes.
• Handle end of shift reporting, close out, and/or reconciliations.
• Knowledge of upcoming group resumes, incoming and outgoing groups and VIP guests; resource for general estate and area information.

Requirements:

• Ability to quickly learn Biltmore’s reservations, ticketing and property management systems; knowledge of estate and Asheville area information, Biltmore products, services, and processes; proficiency with Outlook, Word, Excel.
• Demonstrated commitment to delivery of world class internal/external guest service.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills; conveys information clearly and effectively; strong guest service recovery and negotiation skills. Fluency in English required; knowledge of another language helpful.
• Excellent organizational, project/time management, and planning skills; ability to multi-task, work effectively under deadlines, prioritize work and adapt.
• High school diploma. Additional education, training, and/or certification(s) preferred.
• Professionally represents Biltmore and company values at all times.
• At least one (1) year of related guest service or hospitality experience, preferably in a comparable upscale hotel environment. Ideal candidate will have had similar front desk or concierge experience working in a four or five star/diamond rated hotel.
• Proactive, exercises good judgment; creatively problem solves; anticipates and troubleshoots; maintains confidentiality; high ethical standards.

Physical Requirements:

• The incumbent should be able to stand/walk continuously for 8 hours.
• Incumbent must be able to communicate clearly and effectively with guests.
• Should be able to lift up to 35 pounds occasionally.