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Front Desk Agent
- Fairmont Hot Springs, BC, Canada
At three years the pay rate for this role would be $25.65. · Full-time
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- At three years the pay rate for this role would be $25.65.
- Job type
- Full-time
- Closing date
- Posting language
- English
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Company Description
Join the team at Fairmont Banff Springs. Set in one of Western Canada’s most spectacular alpine destinations, Banff offers a unique community of hospitality enthusiasts, outdoor adventure seekers, artists, entertainers, and families alike. It's the perfect work/life combination.
Job Description
Are you passionate about delivering exceptional service and creating memorable experiences for guests? Join our team at Fairmont Banff Springs as a Front Desk Agent, where you will be at the forefront of our guest experience.
Starting Rate: $20.18 per hour
We recognize tenure through our compensation. Hourly rates increase after six months, and yearly to three years. At three years the pay rate for this role would be $25.65.
Start date would be earlier if candidates have their own accommodations.
Job Duties Include
Reporting to the Front Desk Manager, responsibilities and essential job functions include, but are not limited to, the following:
Your Skills & Qualifications:
Job Perks & Benefits
APPLY TODAY: Whether you're just launching your career or looking for a new adventure, we invite you to visit www.banffspringsjobs.com to learn more about Fairmont Banff Springs and the extraordinary opportunities that exist within our resort!
We encourage you to let us know if you require any accommodations through the application/recruitment process, and we will work with you to meet your needs. Persons who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence: bsh.careers@fairmont.com
Join the team at Fairmont Banff Springs. Set in one of Western Canada’s most spectacular alpine destinations, Banff offers a unique community of hospitality enthusiasts, outdoor adventure seekers, artists, entertainers, and families alike. It's the perfect work/life combination.
Job Description
Are you passionate about delivering exceptional service and creating memorable experiences for guests? Join our team at Fairmont Banff Springs as a Front Desk Agent, where you will be at the forefront of our guest experience.
Starting Rate: $20.18 per hour
We recognize tenure through our compensation. Hourly rates increase after six months, and yearly to three years. At three years the pay rate for this role would be $25.65.
Start date would be earlier if candidates have their own accommodations.
Job Duties Include
Reporting to the Front Desk Manager, responsibilities and essential job functions include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Consistently offer professional, friendly and engaging service
- Greet, check-in/check-out and settle guest accounts while ensuring all service standards are followed
- Document all guest requests, complaints or issues immediately and notify designated department/personnel for resolving the situation. Follow up to ensure completion and guest satisfaction
- Assist guests regarding hotel facilities in an informative and helpful way
- Respond to each Guest who approaches the Reception Desk
- Drive rate through up-selling room brands
- Follow departmental and hotel policies, procedures, service and safety standards
- Other duties as assigned
Your Skills & Qualifications:
- Ability and willingness to work a variety of shift work, including evenings/weekends/early morning/overnights
- Previous experience in Front Desk or customer service an asset
- Previous Property Management System (PMS) experience an asset
- Proficient in the English language (verbal & written), second language an asset
- Must display strong communication, analytical, organizational and administrative skills to be able to deal with multiple priorities simultaneously
- Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
- Highly responsible & reliable
- Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
- Ability to work cohesively with fellow colleagues as part of a team
- Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times
Job Perks & Benefits
- Subsidized staff accommodation provided on-site for full time status employees.
- One complimentary meal per shift in our staff cafeteria (additional meals can be purchased for $8/meal)
- Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision & Dental) including extended benefits like; Mental Health, Orthodontics, Fertility Drugs and Gender Affirmation for full time permanent status employees
- Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer matching up to 5% of annual earnings for full time permanent status employees
- Employee travel program with discounts on room rates as well as on food & beverage at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide
- Access to the Mountain Explorer Travel Program – exclusive room rates for colleagues, which includes 50% off all food & beverage when staying at Fairmont Resorts in Lake Louise, Jasper & Whistler
- Discounts while using our resort’s Food & Beverage Outlets, Fitness Centre, Spa and Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Courses
APPLY TODAY: Whether you're just launching your career or looking for a new adventure, we invite you to visit www.banffspringsjobs.com to learn more about Fairmont Banff Springs and the extraordinary opportunities that exist within our resort!
We encourage you to let us know if you require any accommodations through the application/recruitment process, and we will work with you to meet your needs. Persons who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence: bsh.careers@fairmont.com
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Responsibilities
Provide professional, friendly service by greeting guests, managing check-ins and check-outs, settling accounts, and answering questions about hotel facilities. Record and coordinate resolution of guest requests and complaints, follow up on satisfaction, promote room upgrades, and comply with hotel policies and safety standards.
Requirements
Candidates must be willing to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, early mornings, and overnights, and must be proficient in spoken and written English. Strong communication, organization, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills are required, along with reliability, composure under pressure, and the ability to work effectively with a team; front desk, customer service, and property management system experience are assets.
Skills
- Guest Service
- Guest Check-In And Check-Out
- Account Settlement
- Complaint Resolution
- Problem Solving
- Communication
- Analytical Skills
- Organization
- Administrative Skills
- Upselling
- Property Management Systems
- Teamwork
- Time Management
- Attention To Detail
- Working Under Pressure
- English Proficiency
Benefits
- Subsidized Staff Accommodation
- Complimentary Meal Per Shift
- Medical Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
- Orthodontic Benefits
- Fertility Drug Benefits
- Gender Affirmation Benefits
- Defined Contribution Pension Plan With Employer Matching
- Employee Travel Discounts
- Resort Discounts
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Hospitality
- Customer Service & Support
- Sales
- Administrative
Keywords
- Front Desk
- Guest Services
- Hospitality
- Reception
- Check-In
- Check-Out
- Guest Accounts
- Guest Requests
- Complaint Resolution
- Hotel Facilities
- Upselling
- Room Upgrades
- Property Management System
- Customer Service
- Shift Work
- Communication
- Analytical Skills
- Organization
- Administrative Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork
- Guest Satisfaction
- Hotel Policies
- Safety Standards