Front Office Agent

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Industry: Hospitality
Description: The Fairmont Norfolk is a historic hotel in Nairobi, Kenya, and is part of the Fairmont Hotels and Resorts luxury hotel chain. It offers 170 rooms and four restaurants. The property is made up of five main blocks, each one to two stories high. Its signature Tudor architectural style has been maintai… The Fairmont Norfolk is a historic hotel in Nairobi, Kenya, and is part of the Fairmont Hotels and Resorts luxury hotel chain. It offers 170 rooms and four restaurants. The property is made up of five main blocks, each one to two stories high. Its signature Tudor architectural style has been maintained since the hotel was originally constructed. View more View less

Job Details

Job Type: Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site
Qualification: Diploma
Job Experience: Mandatory
Job Location: Nanyuki, Kenya
Closing Date: Undisclosed
Salary: Undisclosed
Job Category: Administration

Job Description

Role Overview

As a Front Office Agent, you will guide guests through arrival, their stay, and departure, combining accurate desk operations with attentive, personal service. Your work helps create a smooth first and final impression while supporting the hotel’s service standards, guest security, and accurate financial records.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage check-ins and check-outs, explain registration and payment procedures, and respond clearly to common guest questions.
  • Maintain reception coverage, answer calls promptly, and engage with guests to understand their needs and preferences.
  • Share relevant guest preferences and requests with the appropriate departments to support coordinated service.
  • Offer suitable recommendations and room-category upgrades where appropriate, including during reservations and check-in.
  • Process cash, card, traveller’s cheque, direct-billing, and non-guest ledger transactions; settle accounts and post payments to the correct ledgers.
  • Review individual accounts, make authorised adjustments, prepare cashier supplies, and balance cash and departmental totals at shift end.
  • Safeguard cash drops and personal float, and follow procedures for releasing room keys and guest information.
  • Identify hazards or equipment faults, report suspicious activity to Security, and promptly report accidents and injuries to the Hotel Nurse and Security.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Diploma or degree in Hospitality Management, Front Office Operations, Tourism, or a related discipline.
  • At least 2–3 years of experience in a comparable front office position at a five-star hotel.
  • Clear communication and strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to handle guest interactions professionally.
  • Working proficiency in Opera or a similar property management system.
  • Sound knowledge of reception procedures, guest account settlement, and cashiering.
  • High integrity and discretion when handling money, guest data, and confidential information.
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