Front Office Host
- Location
- Philadelphia, PA
- Work type
- Full Time
- Posted
- 2026-09-07
Job description
A Host is responsible for greeting guests on arrival and making them feel welcome and comfortable during their stay. A Host’s priority at all times is to engage with guests in a caring and positive manner, using active listening skills to understand the needs and wants of guests – wherever possible, getting to know them and their preferences on a personal level. A Host is a key contact person and resource for guests throughout their stay and should demonstrate creative problem solving. A Host also plays the important role of ensuring that the departure motivates guests to come back to the hotel at the earliest opportunity.
Hosts should possess strong communication skills, be detail oriented, comfortable with technology, confident in basic financial transactions, maintain professional composure during high stress situations & leading with a smile
Shifts will require weekends and holidays with guaranteed two days off during the week. Times of shift to be flex between 1st and 2nd shift with priority need shift of Sunday 1st Shift. If you are unable to work Sunday please do not apply. Estimated schedule to include 9am on Sundays, Off Days – Monday & Tuesday, 3pm shifts on Wednesday – Friday & 11am on Saturday. *Schedules are subject to shift given requests off & business demands but overall remain the same.
Hyatt associates work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Whether it's career opportunities, job enrichment or a supportive work environment; if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you.
Responsibilities include:
Display empathy and demonstrate listening skills in all interactions
Manage the registration process to confirm guest information, acknowledge preferences as noted, provide guest with room keys and offer luggage assistance
Tailor interactions based on guests’ needs and available data
Understand and be familiar with hotel room inventory to manage and allocate based on availability and guest preferences
Provide appropriate recognition to members of Hyatt’s loyalty program
Respond accurately to inquiries and offer knowledge of the hotel features/general information
Approach guest issues with compassion and recover service as appropriate
General cashiering skills
Work collaboratively and effectively with other hotel departments
End of Day reconciliation and business close reports
Partner with overnight security and engineering should any guest issues arise
Provide detailed pass down for the next shift
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have previous front desk, customer service experience and professional presentation
Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills
Basic computer systems knowledge
Opera knowledge preferred
Ability to stand for long periods of time
Fulfill a flexible schedule to include afternoon, evening, weekend & holiday shifts.
Must be able to support Hyatt's purpose by identifying opportunities to display authentic human care to guests and colleagues so they can be their best