Front Desk Agent – Arabic Speaker
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The Front Desk Agent is responsible for delivering exceptional guest service by ensuring smooth check-in and check-out procedures, handling guest inquiries, and creating memorable guest experiences that reflect the standards of a luxury hospitality environment. The role requires professionalism, attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to anticipate guest needs.
- Welcome guests warmly and professionally upon arrival.
- Perform efficient and accurate check-in and check-out procedures.
- Escort VIP guests through personalized arrival and departure experiences when required.
- Provide information about hotel facilities, services, local attractions, transportation, and dining options.
- Maintain a strong knowledge of hotel products, promotions, and services.
- Verify guest reservations and registration details.
- Process room assignments according to guest preferences and hotel standards.
- Handle room upgrades, special requests, and changes efficiently.
- Maintain accurate guest profiles and records in the Property Management System (PMS).
- Liaise effectively with Housekeeping, Concierge, Engineering, Security, and other departments to ensure guest satisfaction.
- Respond promptly and professionally to guest inquiries, requests, and complaints.
- Communicate VIP arrivals, special occasions, and guest preferences to relevant departments.
- Process payments, deposits, billing adjustments, and foreign currency transactions in accordance with hotel policies.
- Balance cash floats and complete daily financial reports accurately.
- Ensure all guest accounts are correctly posted and settled.
- Maintain confidentiality of guest information and financial transactions.
- Anticipate guest needs and proactively offer assistance.
- Resolve guest concerns promptly and professionally to achieve guest satisfaction.
- Follow up on guest requests and feedback to ensure successful resolution.
- Build positive guest relationships and encourage repeat business.
- Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality Management, Tourism, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Previous experience in Front Office, Guest Services, or Reception within a luxury hotel is preferred.
- Knowledge of Opera PMS or similar hotel management systems.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Excellent spoken and written English & Arabic; additional languages are an advantage.