Job Description

Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

Launch Your Career at the Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

Forget a job—start a career journey with a brand that defines luxury and personalized service in one of America's most vibrant cities. The AAA Four Diamond-rated Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport isn't just a hotel; it’s a dynamic hub and a landmark that offers unparalleled opportunity.

Why Join Our Team?

Work at the Center of it All: Our prime location in the heart of the bustling Seaport District puts you at the nexus of Boston’s commerce, culture, and charm. With easy access to South Station, the harbor, and Logan International Airport (BOS), you'll be part of a team that serves as the ultimate gateway to the ever-evolving city.

Elevated Environment, Elevated Experience: Step into an atmosphere of sophistication and style. You'll work within a stunning property featuring 1,054 well-appointed rooms, many boasting unrivaled floor-to-ceiling city and harbor views. Imagine being part of the team that operates seven distinct dining experiences, a luxe day spa, and a year-round heated rooftop pool and hot tub.

A Stage for Your Success: With over 100,000 square feet of flexible function space, we host major meetings and conferences daily. This means a fast-paced, high-profile environment where you can sharpen your skills, gain diverse experience, and make a visible impact on every guest's stay.

Be the Best of Boston: At Omni, our commitment is to provide every guest with warmth, personalized service, and unforgettable experiences. We are looking for passionate, motivated individuals ready to deliver this promise. If you are ready to bring your best every day and elevate your hospitality career, we want you!

Ready to define the standard of luxury hospitality in the Seaport? Apply today and help us create the next unforgettable Boston experience.

Grab the reigns and help shape the future of the Seaport’s best kept secret! Creativity must infuse everything we do, and everyone in the Hotel. Performance realities will always exist, but we use these constraints to push, not limit, our creativity.
The Front Desk Agent are responsible for providing a five-star welcome and departure experience to each guest, as well as, serving as ambassadors throughout the guest’s stay. Front Desk Agents make the first impression upon our guests by extending a warm welcome, providing information about the hotel and local area, and offering our full range of upscale hotel amenities and services to them. Front Desk Agents are also responsible for settling guest accounts upon check-out, resolving guest issues, and completing special requests. They work closely with all hotel departments especially our Concierge, Bell-Door and Ideal Services teams.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Process guest check-ins and check-outs according to Omni’s Moments of Service and Standard Operating Procedures
• Empathetically listen to guest inquiries and provide appropriate responses
• Set up accurate accounts for each guest checking in according to their preferences (room type, payment, etc.)
• Block rooms in the computer and follow through on designated requirements
• Pre-register designated guests and prepare key packets
• Communicate pertinent guest information to designated departments/personnel (i.e., special requests, amenity delivery)
• Maintain confidentiality of all guests and hotel information
• Employ attention to detail in order to ensure security of guest room access.
• Understand and execute all Omni accounting standards ensuring accurate settlement of folios, routing of charges and adjustments
• Maintain guest history files on all guests
• Accommodate room changes expediently
• Document all guest requests, complaints or problems immediately and notify designated department/personnel for resolving the situation. Follow up to ensure completion and guest satisfaction
• Issue safe deposit boxes to guests and ensure security of key
• Monitor, send and distribute guest faxes
• Generate, print and distribute daily and weekly reports
• Resolve discrepancies on the room status report with Housekeeping.
• Maintain complete knowledge at all times of all hotel features/services, hours of operation, room types, numbers, layout, decor, appointments and locations, room rates, special packages and promotions.
• To be fully acquainted with different points of interest.
• Ensure the public areas (lobby) is maintained, clean and tidy by partnering with the Housekeeping Department.
• Responsible for a bank and all cash handling procedures.
• Accept other special duties as required by management.
• Interact with other departments to ensure that guests’ needs are satisfied.
• Speak to guests in a friendly, warm manner, making them feel welcome at the hotel.
• To proactively work to seek out ways in which to improve the hotel experience for our guests.
• Handling of special requests; i.e. flowers, amenities, gifts, rental cars, forwarding luggage, private planes, sight-seeing tours, etc.
• Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect and cooperation among co-workers. Treats co-workers fairly and equitably.
• Maintain a professional, neat and organized appearance according to Omni Boston Seaport standards.
• Respond swiftly and effectively in any emergency or safety situations. Ensure a safe working and guest environment to reduce the risk of injury or accident.
• Attend all required department trainings and meetings.
• Perform any other duties required by management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous luxury hotel experience is preferred.
• Previous front office experience is preferred.
• Ability to stand for the entire scheduled shift.
• Customer service oriented, ability to multi-task, detail orientation, and excellent organizational skills needed.
• Knowledge of Property Management Systems and related computer programs
• Must be willing to work flexible hours as needed during busy times and high-profile events, including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Highly developed customer service skills; possessing a friendly approachable demeanor and strong problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail.
• Proven ability to engage guests at all levels. Must be passionate about providing warm, engaging and personalized service.
• Candidate must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and be able to handle multiple priorities.
• Must possess the ability to handle stressful and busy hotel operations. Ability to maintain a positive and professional demeanor and composure at all times.
• Must have the ability to report to work on time and when scheduled.
• Must have the ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time.
• Must meet standards of appearance and maintain a high level of personal hygiene at all time.
• Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills. Candidate must be comfortable speaking to guests. Ability to clearly and pleasantly communicate both verbally and in writing in English with guests, management, and co-workers.
• Computer literacy to include: Payroll systems, Microsoft Office

Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster is available using the following link:
EEOC is the Law Poster.
Omni Hotels & Resorts does not discriminate on the basis of any protected category with respect to the payment of wages.
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.