Night Auditor

Job description

Join us as a Night auditor , for the Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Fort Washington

Job Duties

• Greets guests with genuine and warm spirit of hospitality

• Registers (Check-in) guests in an efficient manner, following Baywood & Brand standards, securing proper method of payment

• Posts transactions to guest and master accounts

• Reviews guest account balance, ensuring that payment is secured

• Reconciles discrepancies between Property Management System (PMS), Housekeeping reports and registration cards

• Reviews arrivals and blocks special requests 

• Processes required reports, including down time, high balance, etc.

• Monitors and restocks sundry shop, ensuring consumed items are paid for; Follows established procedure for removal of expired items.

• Handles guest requests and concerns in courteous and efficient manner

• Coordinates the delivery of guest services by other hotel departments and outside businesses

• Processes all incoming and outgoing reservation and cancellation requests in a timely and efficient manner

• Prepares guest amenities, and ensures delivery in a timely manner

• Handles in-house guest reservation requests such as extension, late check-out, and rebooking

• Handles check-out procedures swiftly and accurately and assists guests on departure.

• Maximizes room revenue and occupancy levels through suggestive selling for upsell potential and walk in guests

• Stores guest luggage

• Presents to guests accurate information regarding marketing programs applicable to the hotel, local area, and all hotel functions and outlets

• Handles departmental cash drawer, accounting of monies, credit card receipts, guest accounts, and other forms of credit  and cash handling guidelines

• Maintains information and communication sources such as, log book, franchise directories, checklists, and electronic communication

• Operates Private Branch Exchange (PBX switchboard) equipment to handle incoming calls, outgoing calls, wake up calls, do-not-disturbs and the paging of guests, all while maintaining guest and staff privacy and security

• Operates the franchise terminal and performs designated maintenance tasks  

• Maintains procedures for credit control and handling of financial transactions

• Maintains guest safety & privacy by adhering to established procedures

• Issues safety deposit boxes for guest use, following security protocol

• Monitors key box, issuing keys to the appropriate staff members. Logs all transactions

• Completes brand specific log and follows brand and Baywood protocol for guest complaints, including escalation to management if needed, and completed follow up

• Adheres to departmental communication through the effective use of staff meetings, log books, and bulletin boards

• Coordinates emergency procedures  including evacuations, immediately notifying management of such occurrences

• Assists with the relocation of guests, when necessary

• Assists other departments during slow periods

• Audits all accounts to ensure they balance, to include such accounts as tray and city ledger, reservation deposits, credit card accounts, and room, food & beverage, and banquet charges.

• Transfers charges and deposits to master accounts.

• Closes necessary accounts at month end.

• Prepares final reports of all daily revenue summaries.

• Posts all room and tax revenues and late charges, including No-Shows.

• Insures all revenues, adjustments, taxes and gratuities are accurately distributed from POS system (at some properties)

• Changes system date.

• Follows all company policies and procedures as outlined in Policy Manual.

• Responsible for Life Safety Procedures and equipment

• Participates (at some properties) in Manager on Duty schedule.

• Additional duties may be added at any time at the discretion of management. 

Consistently models the behavior of a ‘Baywood Ambassador’ who: 

• Maintains a professional image, including grooming, verbiage, and body language, at all times.

• Warmly greets both guests and coworkers (using the 10/5, first and last rule) every time they come in contact.

• Actively listens to guests, responding appropriately to their questions and/or concerns. Seeks guidance and/or assistance from others to ensure satisfaction.

• Fosters teamwork by offering assistance to others, as needed.

• Continuously monitors the surroundings at work, in order to identify any cleanliness, safety, security, or building upkeep issues. Reports discrepancies to the proper department.

• Contributes to a safe work environment by following proper safety guidelines in matters of attire, utilizing protective gear, and following safety procedures.

• Recommends other Baywood properties to our guests, when appropriate.

• Makes a genuine effort to identify and seize each golden opportunity to ‘WOW the guest!’ demonstrating our motto ‘It’s Better at Baywood!’

Education:

• High School diploma

Certifications / Licenses:

• TIPS, or similar approved, alcohol server training certification (as required)

Experience:

• Previous hotel Front Desk experience preferred; however, ability gained through 2+ years related employment (customer service) or on-the-job training may substitute for actual Front Desk experience.

Additional Skills: 

• Ability to multi-task

• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and oral

• Bilingual (Spanish & English) preferred, depending on geographic market

• Ability to work the shifts required for the position

• Ability to learn and adhere to Brand & Baywood Hotels’ standards

• Ability to take information from various sources and determine a responsible course of action

• Ability to understand interdepartmental relationships

• Ability to operate office equipment and industry specific software (PMS)  

• Ability to remain calm during stressful situations

• Walking and Standing: 100% (Must be able to stand for the entire shift, usually 8 hours)

• Sitting: Rarely

• Bending, Stooping, Reaching: Occasionally

• Lifting, Push/Pull: 40 lbs infrequently

• Driving: Rarely

• Traveling: None

Environmental Conditions: 

• Inside: Protection from weather conditions but not temperature changes

• Outside: Rarely