Front Desk Agent

EXPLORE MARRIOTT Front Office Agent
Marriott International portfolio of brands includes both JW Marriott and Marriott Hotels.
JW Marriott is part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than 110 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come first. Because if youre happy, our guests will be happy. Its as simple as that. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where youll be part of a community and enjoy a true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly, a place where you can really pursue your passions in a luxury environment. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take care of our associates. Thats The JW Treatment.
Grosvenor House Located on Park Lane in the heart of Mayfair, our distinguished 5-star hotel offers exceptional accommodation, epicurean delights and sweeping views over Hyde Park.This grand 5-star hotel celebrated its 90th anniversary in 2019. JW Marriott Grosvenor House London welcomescelebrities, royalty and business leaders to Mayfair throughout its history and continues to do so. London is on the doorstep, the hotel is a stones throw from Bond Street, Knightsbridge, Regent Street, Buckingham Palace, V&A, Natural History & Science museums and the West End. Our guests are able to experience modern luxury in a place where they can be mindful and present, and indulge in the inspired service and nourishing surroundings.
We are currently recruiting for Front Office Agent who strive to provide and inspire incredible guest service that creates truly memorable experiences for our guests. Join our amazing and diverse team and grow your career with Marriott International, the worlds largest and most celebrated hospitality brand.
What were looking for
A warm, people-oriented demeanour
A team-first attitude
Positive outlook and outgoing personality
Flexibility, problem-solving skills and multi-tasking ability
The ability to stand, sit or walk for extended periods of time across a work shift
Position summary
First impressions are everything. And youll set the tone for every guests stay. With a genuinely warm welcome, youll be ready with answers to any questions and happy to offer information about hotel services, facilities and the local area. Anything to help make their visit that bit more special. And, creating the smoothest check-out experience, youll make sure they leave us happy too.
What youll do
Process guest check-ins, assigning rooms and activating room keys
Co-ordinate with Housekeeping to track readiness of rooms for check-in and report any guest concerns
Answer, respond to and process all guest calls, messages, questions or concerns
Give guests information and directions regarding property and local areas of interest
Process check-outs and resolving any disputed charges
Process payments and room charges, as well as cashing guests personal and travellers cheques
Confirm reservations and cancellations, running daily reports on the number of arrivals and departures
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Experience
Previous experience working within a Front Office environment or similar preferred
Skills and Knowledge
Strong Communication skills (verbal, listening, writing)
Innovative
Pro-active and reliable
Able to work alone and within a team
Education or Certification
Good level of English essential
REWARDS FOR WORK BENEFITS FOR YOUR LIFESTYLE
As a world-class leader in the travel industry, theres no better place than Marriott International to make your mark. Joining us, youll get to entertain and meet people from all over the world as you build your experience. Youll find a place where your personality and ideas are appreciated just as much as the work you do. Youll grow through opportunities to explore the business, opening yourself to various career options. If you have the natural ability to communicate and enjoy working with others, we welcome you to join our global family.
Well support you in and out of the workplace by offering:
Team-spirited co-workers
Encouraging management
Wellbeing programs
Comprehensive Training and Development program
Marriott Discount Card enabling to benefits from hotel room, gift shops and F&B across 130 countries.
Recognition programs
Meals at work
Uniform
Enrolment of Perks at Work - Access to unlimited deals of retailers and more
20 days holiday increasing with service
Cycle to work scheme
Pension & Life Assurance
Awards and recognition celebrations and many more.
Our highest priority is making you feel as welcome as our guests. We want you to know youre important to us and that youll make an impact in your role, and for that, youll be appreciated and valued.
Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer.We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture.We are committed to non-discrimination onanyprotectedbasis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

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