Front Desk Agent

Join the dynamic and diverse team at La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club, Inc. , where tradition meets opportunity. Our family of properties includes the iconic La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club , a private oceanfront club with world-class tennis courts and direct beach access; the inviting La Jolla Shores Hotel , a beachfront getaway beloved for its relaxed coastal charm; and the internationally acclaimed Marine Room , celebrated for its fine dining and dramatic surfside views. These landmark destinations are cherished La Jolla institutions, built on a legacy of family values, exceptional service, and a deep commitment to our community. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy a supportive and collaborative work environment, competitive pay, outstanding benefits, and the chance to grow your career in a setting as inspiring as the coastline we call home. Whether you’re starting your career or ready to take it to the next level, we’re passionate about helping our employees thrive in one of California’s most beautiful destinations. What We Offer Free daily meal and salad bar Benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K (based on employment status) Paid vacation, sick, and holiday time Dining discounts for employees (and up to 6 guests) at the Marine Room, The Shores Restaurant, and our Club Dining! Property retail shop and hotel discounts $500 referral bonus for referring new employees to The La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club What We Ask Consistently provide professional, attentive, and genuinely friendly service Promote and follow LJBTC, Inc's Signature Service standards and requirements to ensure a lasting impression of exemplary service resulting in satisfied and loyal members and guests Hourly Rate $22.00 Summary Completes front desk duties by checking in/out guests and acts as a standing concierge service. The Front Desk Agent provides quality, 4 Diamond Service to guests that meets or exceeds expectations by anticipating guest needs, always maintaining a polite, friendly, professional demeanor. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Maintains knowledge of current room types, rate structures, and features. Takes and processes individual reservations. Makes sure the guest feels well served. Checks guests in and out while following 4 Diamond Service standards. Fills out appropriate forms for payment and posts information to computer system. Adjusts complaints concerning billing or service rendered, referring complaints of service failures to designated departments for investigation. Reads the Communication Book (“The Red Book”) and makes relevant entries. Dispatches daily maintenance calls and work request orders to Engineering. Assists members and guests with items such as property amenities, directions, information about the area, etc. Updates reservation system when reservations have been booked or canceled. Uses voice mail, walkie talkies, and pagers at appropriate times. Handles cash and charge transactions, maintains accurate records and balances at the end of each shift. Balances bank at the end of each shift. Informs housekeeping of checkouts and new arrivals. Informs the proper channels (Housekeeping, Guest Booth and the AGM) of new arrivals, VIP arrivals etc. Assist PBX operators during staffing shortages, periods of high volume or as needed. Other duties may be assigned. OUTCOME Service provided by front desk agents will have a great effect on the guest impression of the entire organization. Friendly and efficient guest service will enhance guest comfort and satisfaction. Qualification Requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE High School diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of educa­tion and experience. Previous hotel/front desk/admin experience required. OPERA experience preferred. Language Skills Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports, and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively in English to customers, members, employees, guests, and the general public. Mathematical Skills Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, co