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Front Desk Agent

11/8/2025

Ensure proper operation of all responsibilities of Front Desk operations while adhering to Peninsula and Forbes standards. Communicate with all departments to create a guest-centric experience and ensure efficient operation of the Front Desk responsibilities.

Salary

24 - 27 USD

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

5,001-10,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited (HSH) is a luxury hospitality and real estate group incorporated in 1866 and listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (00045). It owns and operates twelve of the world’s finest hotel properties under The Peninsula brand, located in exceptional city centre locations in Asia, US and Europe. The company’s portfolio also includes strategic commercial properties, clubs and services and tourism assets, including The Peak Tram – one of Hong Kong’s most popular tourist attractions.
About the Role

The Peninsula Chicago is seeking an Agent to join our Rooms Division team and be an integral part of our guest-focused service.

  • Work for a luxury Five-Star Five-Diamond property in the heart of Michigan Avenue, Chicago.
  • Grow within a diverse multi-outlet property.
  • Exceptional health benefits package and 401(k) with company match.

 

Key Accountabilities:

  • Ensure proper operation of all responsibilities of Front Desk operations
  • Knowledgeable and fully adheres to both Peninsula and Forbes standards.
  • Maintain consistency in performance in accordance with both Peninsula and Forbes standards
  • Communicate with all departments to create a guest centric experience
  • Be in full compliance with Head Office database requirements
  • Ensure efficient operation of the Front Desk responsibilities with efficient handover

 

General Requirements:

  • 2 years of Front Office experience in luxury property ideal
  • Knowledge of PMS/Opera and some knowledge in Housekeeping department preferred
  • Ability to deal with a high level of work demand and pressure, individual must have great organization skills.
  • Excellent command of written and spoken English

 

Benefits We Offer:

  • 10 vacation days per year
  • 9 paid holiday days per year
  • 5 Chicago Paid Sick Leave days per year
  • 5 Chicago Paid Leave days per year
  • Complimentary employee meals
  • Discounted parking
  • Discounted and complimentary room nights at The Peninsula Hotels
  • 50% restaurant discount
  • 50% discount on spa services
  • 25% discount on spa retail
  • 80% company-paid medical, dental and vision coverage
  • Complimentary life insurance
  • Complimentary long-term disability
  • Retirement plan with 5% company match

 

We are delighted to receive your resume for further consideration. As we anticipate a large number of applications, we look forward to connecting with candidates that meet our various role qualifications. To be considered for the position, you must have work authorization in the United States. The salary range for this role is $24-27 per hour.

 

 

Key Skills
Front Desk OperationsGuest-Centric ExperienceCommunicationOrganization SkillsPMS/Opera KnowledgeHousekeeping KnowledgePressure ManagementWritten English ProficiencySpoken English Proficiency
Categories
HospitalityCustomer Service & SupportAdministrative
Benefits
Vacation DaysPaid Holiday DaysPaid Sick Leave DaysPaid Leave DaysComplimentary Employee MealsDiscounted ParkingDiscounted Room NightsRestaurant DiscountSpa Services DiscountSpa Retail DiscountCompany-Paid Medical CoverageCompany-Paid Dental CoverageCompany-Paid Vision CoverageComplimentary Life InsuranceComplimentary Long-Term DisabilityRetirement Plan
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