Front Desk Associate (Part Time/Full Time)

Job: Front Desk Associate Part time/Full time

Hostelling International-LA/Santa Monica

US-CA - Santa Monica

Imagine working with dedicated people that love showing travelers places they would never think to visit on their trip! Imagine spending part of your day talking to fun loving people from all over the world and sharing places to visit, things to do, different ways to create experiences. Imagine people you connected with talking about the highlights of their trip and including you in their conversation.

About Hostelling International

Hostelling International USA (HI USA) is a nonprofit, member organization founded on an enduring belief in the power of travel to foster a deeper understanding of people, places, and the world around. It's our mission to promote a dynamic community of global citizens who have the wisdom and humanity to actively make the world a better place. As the nation's leading hostel brand, HI USA hosts more than 1 million overnights annually, with guests from more than 100 countries. For over 80 years, HI USA has provided a network of affordable hostels in converted mansions, reinvented lighthouses, and historic urban buildings all across the country.

About HI- LA/Santa Monica

We are a very successful 262 bed hostel in the heart of Santa Monica and are loved by our travelers. Our staff are encouraged to have fun while they meet people from all over the world. If you enjoy being around an international community of travelers and sharing your favorite Santa Monica and Los Angeles "spots" you will find this job rewarding. To learn more about Hostelling International, go to www.hiusa.org. To learn more about the hostel go to www.hilosangeles.org

Job Description

We are currently seeking Front Desk Agents, Part time/Full time.

Essential Functions:

Welcome and register guests in a timely manner

Processing reservations: phone, email, internet, fax

Promoting the Santa Monica/Los Angeles area

Promoting hostel activities

Check guests in and out, assign rooms and issue room keycards

Responsible for handling cash

Additional tasks added by your supervisor

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Google Chrome, Gmail and the Internet.

Job Requirements:

You must be able to work independently and exercise good judgment, as well as possess excellent communication and organization skills. Must be able to communicate in English fluently and be able to work with cash, collecting money and making change. Customer service experience a MUST. Opening is IMMEDIATE. To apply for the position, please follow the directions below.

LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY PLEASE

CANDIDATES MUST HAVE LEGAL U.S. WORK VISAS

We are currently seeking a Front Desk Clerk to work the 6:00 am to 2:30 pm or 2:00 pm - 10:30 pm shift. The pay is $15.00/hr. 30-40 hrs per week + benefits (health, vision, dental, vacation and sick time)