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IHG

Global hotel company

Front Desk Agent

Full-Time
$16.13/hr
Entry, Junior
United States
In Person
Food Service & HospitalityHotel Guest Services

About the job

Requirements
  • Fluency in the local language is required; additional language skills are helpful but not essential.
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills are required for handling guest concerns and compliments.
  • Reading, writing, basic math, and computer skills are required.
  • Availability for night, weekend, and holiday shifts is required.
  • A high school diploma or equivalent qualification is required.
  • At least one year of front desk or guest service experience is preferred.
  • Ability to lift, push, and pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds (23 kilograms), including bending and kneeling, is required.
Responsibilities
  • Welcome guests and initiate their guest experience.
  • Acknowledge IHG Rewards Club members and returning guests in person or by phone.
  • Take and manage guest bookings, identify upselling opportunities, and explain ways to improve guests’ stays.
  • Handle cash and credit transactions.
  • Check guests in and out, verify identification, issue room keys, and control and release safety deposit boxes.
  • Record and act on guest preferences and handle messages, requests, questions, and concerns.
  • Assist guests with billing issues and local information, and involve management when necessary.
  • Follow safety procedures, report incidents, and wear required protective equipment.
  • Represent the brand professionally and maintain an appropriate appearance.
  • Stay informed about the day’s events and activities.
  • Perform additional duties to support colleagues as needed.
Desired Qualifications
  • Additional language skills.
  • A college or university degree.

About the company

IHG is a global hospitality company operating and franchising a portfolio of hotel brands. The company supports hotel development, reservations, loyalty programs, revenue management, brand standards, technology, and guest services. It serves travelers, hotel owners, franchisees, corporate clients, loyalty members, and hospitality partners. Its operating model centers on a primarily franchised and managed hotel network connected through brands, distribution, commercial systems, and regional support. Teams work across hotel operations, development, revenue, technology, marketing, loyalty, finance, and owner support. Teams support coordinated daily delivery.

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