Overnight Front Desk Agent (Night Auditor) - Omni Hotels & Resorts
Austin, TX 78735
About the Job
Barton Creek Resort & Spa
Barton Creek Resort & Spa's success is due to its dedicated, intelligent and self-motivated family of associates who work together to maintain the company's trademark high standards. If you would like to be a part of an environment where teamwork is emphasized and individual excellence is encouraged then this is the place for you.
Omni Barton Creek Resort and Spa’s associates enjoy a dynamic and exciting work environment, comprehensive training and mentoring, along with the pride that comes from working for a company with a reputation for exceptional service. We embody a culture of respect, gratitude and empowerment day in and day out. If you are a friendly, motivated person, with a passion to serve others, the Omni Barton Creek may be your perfect match.
Job Description:
Omni Hotels & Resorts is seeking Overnight Auditor | $20/ hour for the beautiful new Barton Creek Resort & Spa!
If you love hospitality, creating amazing customer experiences, and the structure and benefits that come from working with a hotel company then you will love working with Omni! We are proud to announce that we are ranked among the best resorts in Texas: Top 5 Resorts in the Southwest Conde Nast Traveler and Top 5 Resorts in Texas Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards 2024
We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Overnight Front Desk Auditor to ensure the smooth operation of our front desk during the night shift. This role involves overseeing and coordinating all nighttime front desk and audit functions, execute computer maintenance requirements, and ensure all financial transactions for the day are verified and balanced and, maintaining security and safety protocols.
Responsibilities:- Preparation of daily reports and distribution as directed.
- Accurate preparation of VIP, complimentary, house use rooms, and out of order lists.
- Conduct back up procedures for Epitome and drop tape nightly.
- Handle Express checkouts, ensuring their completion.
- Complete the third shift Night Audit checklist.
- Balance daily postings and revenue.
- Ensure adequate communication the following morning to all necessary departments by communicating through “Pass On” emails.
- Understand all front office standards and assist in solving deficiencies.
- Documen errors made by cash handling auditors.
- Prepare In-house allowance and adjustment spreadsheets each day.
- Ensure the nightly transmission of credit card information through IPU and Epitome.
- Be thoroughly acquainted with all check-in and check-out procedures and policies.
- Act as the main liaison between guests and the hotel during overnight hours.
- Protect confidential guest information and guest room key access according to front office SOP’s.
- To be thoroughly acquainted with PBX Operator duties.
- Know emergency procedures and the alarm system in the PBX department.
- Handle guest scenarios and follow-up on all guest requests and concerns, effectively adhering to the service recovery process.
- To be thoroughly knowledgeable of all Front and PBX Moments of Service scenarios, and execute to standard.
- Be familiar with all systems and equipments as related to the Front Office (EPITOME, Nucleus, Synergy, Two-Way Radio Dispatch, ISD Firepanel).
- Understanding all hotel rate plans and rate codes, and the rate strategy when making rate changes for guests.
- Be familiar with all hotel amenities (to include Wireless Internet, Select Guest Program, Frequent Flyer Mileage Program, Laundry Services, and Omni Kids Program).
- Know all hotel facilities (F&B outlets, Business Center, Fitness Center, Concierge Lounge, Outdoor Pool, Meeting Space, Parking Garage).
- Understand the inter-relationship between the different departments (to include PBX, Guest Services, Housekeeping, F&B outlets, Banquets, Sales, Engineering and Purchasing).
- To be familiar with local attractions and businesses.
- Understand and perform cash handling processes.
- Understand the importance of our Medallia scores.
- Maintain Four Diamond Standards of guest service.
- Exhibit proper phone etiquette by answering the phone with a smile in your voice.
- Aid guests in locating other areas of the hotel; walking them to destination if possible.
- Follow all company safety and security policies and procedures; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions; complete safety training and certifications.
- Adhere to all company policies and procedures; ensure clean uniform and professional personal appearance; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets.
- Be pleasant, smile and greet all guests, using surnames when obtained.
- Be actively engaged with our guests. Identify the needs of our guests and meet these needs, aiming to exceed expectations at every opportunity.
- Deliver personalized, memorable guest experiences by utilizing the Power of One.
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by Front Office Management.
- Excellent customer service and problem solving skills.
- Must have strong communication, computer and organizational skills.
- Maintain a professional business appearance, attitude, and performance.
- Prior guest service and problem solving experience required, preferably hotel front office experience.
- Prior cash handling experience required.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, coordinating effectively with other departments.
- Move, bend, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing up to 30 pounds without assistance. Stand, walk or sit for an extended period or for an entire work shift. Requires repetitive motion, including utilizing telephone/computer for an extended period or for an entire shift.
- Previous experience working Overnight Shift preferred or understanding of Overnight Shift requirements
Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. The EEO is the Law poster and its supplement are available using the following links:EEOC is the Law Poster and the following link is the OFCCP's Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination policy statement
If you are interested in applying for employment with Omni Hotels & Resorts and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, please send an email to applicationassistance@omnihotels.com