Residence Inn Waldorf - Front Desk Agent

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<strong>Join Our Team as a Front Desk Agent!<br><br></strong>The Front Desk Agent is the ultimate guest experience guru—mastering the art of warm welcomes, smooth check-ins, and friendly farewells. You’re the face of the hotel, making every interaction feel effortless and inviting. Behind the scenes, you keep the front desk humming with precision, juggling reservations, requests, and surprises like a hospitality ninja. If you love turning first impressions into lasting memories, this is your moment to shine.<br><br><strong>Key Skills/Responsibilities<br><br></strong><ul><li>Guest Service Superstar: You bring the warm vibes and top-tier service that make guests feel right at home. Whether it’s a quick question or a big request, you’re all about making their stay unforgettable.</li><li>Communication Champ: You know how to get the message across—clearly, confidently, and with a smile. Whether it’s chatting with guests or coordinating with the team, you keep things flowing smoothly.</li><li>Quick-Thinking Problem Solver: When challenges pop up, you’re already on it. You think fast, act smart, and turn potential hiccups into happy endings.</li><li>Multitasking Marvel: Juggling reservations, check-ins, check-outs, and financial details? No problem. You keep it all organized and running like clockwork.<br><br></li></ul><strong>Education & Experience<br><br></strong><ul><li>High school diploma or equivalent; experience in a hotel or related field preferred.</li><li>Familiarity with hotel management software and Microsoft Office suite.<br><br></li></ul><strong>Benefits<br><br></strong>After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:<br><br><ul><li>Now offering Daily Pay! Ask your Recruiter for more details</li><li>Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage</li><li>Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income</li><li>Term Life and AD&D Insurance</li><li>Paid Time Off</li><li>Employee Assistance Program</li><li>401k Retirement Plan<br><br></li></ul><strong>Property Information<br><br></strong>Our recently renovated Residence Inn Waldorf is an all-suite, extended stay hotel, ideally located in the heart of Waldorf, Maryland, where you will find a variety of shopping, dining and entertainment options. Our hotel's location is within easy reach of many government and military agencies such as Indian Head NAVSEA, Andrews AFB and Dahlgren, Virginia. You'll also find our location convenient to Washington, D.C., and many companies such as Civista, Northrop Grumman, Beretta USA, NRG, Lockheed Martin, Oracle, GE, SAIC, Raytheon, Southern Maryland Hospital, and SMECO. The hotel was designed specifically for business travelers, insurance companies and relocations. Our studio and 1 and 2 bedroom suites offer fully equipped kitchens, living and dining areas, and work desks with free high speed Internet access; our suites provide all the comforts of home.

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