Assignment Desk Assistant Jobs in Tennessee (NOW HIRING)

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We are seeking friendly, welcoming attendants to join our legendary Lodging team. This important, first-impression position earns competitive pay, exciting benefits, and rewarding travel and dining perks. Ideal candidates will be well-spoken, polite problem solvers who demonstrate a passion for pleasing others and an interest in building a meaningful career with a hospitality leader.

The pay rate for this position is $17.00-$18.00 per hour.
The Front Desk Agent is responsible for daily operations and overseeing all front desk functions. Responsibilities also include effectively handling guest questions, problems, concerns, and needs related to lodging or food and beverage, as well as the property.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
• Answer and respond to guests' requests and individual needs promptly
• Resolve billing questions or concerns
• Check hotel availability & assist with making reservations
• Responsible for attending daily line-ups to confirm all guest information is accurate, which will ensure a smooth operation
• Responsible for checking guests in and out, including greeting, giving proper welcome packets, and room assignment
• All front desk duties, including answering phones and assisting guests with requests
• Maintain inventory such as movies, medical supplies, and backstock of miscellaneous items such as batteries and personal hygiene items
• Review group resumes when necessary to ensure all group needs are met and assist Sales with groups by preparing BEO’s, group rooms, group arrivals, and group key packets
• Review daily reports and follow through with the Front Desk Team to ensure that all information is correct in the system
• Review each guest profile and reservation before arrival to ensure it is complete
• Ensure all guests are charged correctly for items purchased
• Understand the point of sale operations for the gift shop and incidental charges
Must comply with all company policies and procedures.
Must be able to work well with other Team Members, Managers, and interact with our guests.
Regular and consistent attendance is required to perform the essential functions of this position.
Must have the flexibility to work nights and weekends.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
• None
EDUCATION and or EXPERIENCE
• High School diploma or equivalent
• 2-3 years of Hospitality or Customer Service experience
COMPUTER SKILLS
• Basic understanding of MS Office Programs
• Experience with OPERA is preferred
• Must be capable of learning new computer software programs quickly
LANGUAGE SKILLS
• Must have excellent written & verbal communication skills
• Must be able to interact and communicate effectively with guests, managers, and team members
MATHEMATICAL ABILITY
• Basic knowledge and understanding of math and general accounting
REASONING ABILITY
• Must be able to make decisions under pressure
• Must be able to manage diverse tasks simultaneously
• Must be able to exercise judgment and make decisions based on job knowledge and awareness of company goals
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods
• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Must be able to operate a company vehicle or golf cart safely
WORK ENVIRONMENT
• General desk / front desk guest reception area
• Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions

Blackberry is a family founded, owned and operated hospitality company. A career at Blackberry means being surrounded by a welcoming and supportive team who strive each day toward common goals: legendary hospitality, memorable experiences and generational sustainability. Our team members are caring and hospitality-minded with a genuine desire to take care of the needs of others. The Blackberry team operates under the guidance of people-first foundations that inform not only how they share authentic hospitality with Blackberry guests, but also how that hospitality informs a healthy, respectful and valuable team culture.