EN - Front Desk Agent at Fairmont Hotels & Resorts

The Fairmont Norfolk is a historic hotel in Nairobi, Kenya and is owned by the luxury hotel chain, Fairmont Hotels and Resorts. The hotel has 170 rooms, 4 restaurants, and consists of 5 main blocks, each ranging from 1 to 2 stories high. The hotel has a signature Tudor style of architecture that has been maintained since its original construction.
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EN - Front Desk Agent

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
  • Experience2 years
  • LocationNairobi
  • Job FieldAdministration / Secretarial 

Job Description

Front Desk Agent

  • First impressions are everything! As a Reception Agent, you will take care of the guests from the moment they arrive through to their departure by ensuring they have a memorable experience with us.

What is in it for you:

  • Employee benefit card offering discounted rates at Accor worldwide
  • Learning programs through our Academies
  • Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
  • Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21

What you will be doing:

Reporting to the Front Office Manager, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following: 

  • Register and room all guest arrivals according to established procedures
  • Perform check in, check out and room change procedures and ensure all data are accurately entered into the hotel system
  • Maintain cashier float and ensure accurate daily report of all money received
  • Cash hotel guests’ personal and travelers checks and assist with currency exchange
  • Keep abreast of all modifications to accounting policies and procedures
  • Attend to guests’ request of using the service of safety box at all times
  • Knowledgeable of all special promotion procedures for programs such as Seasonal Packages, Frequent Flyers Programs, and also Hotels Group Loyalty programs
  • Attend to guest’s complaints, inquiries and requests, refer problems to supervisor/Assistant Manager if he/she unable to assist
  • Is familiar with other Raffles properties so that guest indicating any next destination on the registration card can be “sold” an onward booking to another Raffles property
  • Ensure that the guests depart the hotel with a positive impression of hotel service
  • Perform the audit balances and prepare all reports for audit in an orderly fashion
  • When on night shift, check night report, prepare morning report and prepare all necessary forms for guest arrivals
  • Maintain comprehensive knowledge of standard reservation procedures
  • Maintain exemplary department standards of behavior and appearance and attitude
  • Ensure front desk work area is kept clean and in an orderly state at all times
  • Is fully aware of the Credit policy
  • Adhere to OH&S policies and procedures
  • Perform related duties and special projects assigned

Qualifications

Your experience and skills include:

  • Skilled in Front Office operations  with the ability to work in a multicultural and diverse environment
  • Minimum 2 years’ relevant experience 
  • Penchant for customer service and effectively manage guest complaints
  • Ability to train and manage a dynamic team
  • Excellent English communication skills; both verbal and written
  • Knowledge of Micros or similar POS systems, Opera or similar PMS systems Software 

    Method of Application

    Interested and qualified? Go to Fairmont Hotels & Resorts on careers.accor.com to apply

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