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Front Desk Agent

CompanyKona Kai San Diego, a Noble House Resort
LocationSan Diego
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 11, 2026
About The Company
Kona Kai San Diego is chock full of activities, adventures, and amenities. From lazing on our private beach, to enjoying cocktails poolside, from paddle boarding and kayaking to chartering a sailboat or fishing off the pier. From badminton to bonfires, your request is our desire. Lazing by our newly renovated pool area may be all that you need for that perfect afternoon getaway. In addition to remarkable views of the water and Kona Kai Marina, you will be surrounded by lush gardens and a sandy beach. If you’re looking for beach luxury, grab a lounge chair and look no further. Kona Kai Resort offers one of the only privately owned beaches in California. Kona Kai Marina has 520 slips, and can accommodate boats of all sizes including mega-yachts up to 250 feet in length. From intimate retreats, to small cocktail parties, or large group gatherings, Kona Kai Resort offers a variety of flexible space to accommodate all your event needs. Our team of professional event planners can help shape your event or meeting to fit your vision and budget, making it a memorable experience for all attendees. At SpaTerre, nurture your body and spirit with a massage on our exclusive heated alpha-quartz sand bed. Discover the healing power of warm sand to alleviate pain and promote comfort. Take yourself on a water excursion with a kayak or paddleboard. Keep your eyes peeled for a glimpse of roaming wild life, stunning birds, and marine life floating alongside with you.
About the Role

Description

WE ARE

Kona Kai San Diego Resort is a boutique urban resort located on Shelter Island. With 170 guestrooms, Kona Kai Resort is home to Vessel Restaurant + Bar, SpaTerre, a marina and a private club, all located just minutes from downtown San Diego. We are currently seeking a positive, hard-working, self-motivated individuals to join our fantastic team as our Front Desk Agent at our island-inspired resort.


OUR CULTURE | INDIVIDUAL DISTINCTIVE, COLLECTIVE SOUL

The Kona Kai San Diego is part of Noble House Hotels & Resorts: a curated collection of 23+ unique hotels around the Americas, distinctly unique in location and soul. Our best performers are independent thinkers, get creative and make decisions without too many corporate SOPs. They tend to be goal-oriented, financially sound, with a fair amount of grit. We look for people with high integrity and a positive, flexible mindset. Our properties are not one-size-fits-all. And neither are our people.


THE JOB:

This role will report to: The Front Office Manager and Director of Operations


We are currently seeking an individual who wants to be part of the Kona Kai culture and serve with a purpose. We are seeking a Front Desk Agent to assist us in creating a world-class environment that will enable our guests to connect with our fine establishment. The Front Desk Agent is a key dynamic position in the resort's Rooms Division. As the Front Desk Agent, your friendly, energetic and professional personality will be the face of the arrival team. In this position, you will assist our guests with check-in, out and any request they have during their stay. Your standard response will become “yes, absolutely!”.

Requirements

Qualifications:

  • Flexibility with Schedule. (AM, PM & potentially Overnight)
  • Maintain Positive relations with our valuable guests and team members.
  • Desire to learn and deliver guest service experience.
  • Ensure high level of service is always maintained.
  • Computer literacy; Word, Excel & Property Management Systems.
  • Must be well groomed.
  • Must be punctual and ready to start their day.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Maintains a clean and tidy work environment.
  • Must be able to multitask.
  • Hospitality experience preferred or Front desk guest service
  • Lastly, “Have Fun!”

When joining our team as a Front Desk Agent, you will be offered:

  • Meal provided every shift
  • Great travel discounts at hotels across CA and throughout US
  • Entry level position into the hospitality industry
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Tips and incentives are part of the job!
  • Pay before Payday!
  • Travel discounts at partner Noble House Hotels around the country
  • Nationwide discount program (including theme parks, MLB, NFL, and concert tickets)


Are you ready to join the excitement?

If you enjoy being a part of a team providing an excellent experience for our guests and meeting new people, we invite you to apply.


At Kona Kai San Diego, we take pride in supporting our initiatives towards Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility. We have established a hotel committee to bring together a variety of thoughts, perspectives, and expressions – and we would love for you to share yours with the team!


Noble House Hotels & Resorts are proud to encourage and support an environment where everyone can be a successful team member (come as they are) as their true authentic self. We are an equal opportunity workplace and employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, disability, gender/sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are committed to building a team (rooted in family) and a workplace where we are all able to be successful based solely on our individual qualifications, experience, abilities and job performance.

Key Skills
Customer serviceCommunication skillsMultitaskingComputer literacyMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelProperty management systemsHospitalityGuest relationsPunctualityFlexibility
Categories
HospitalityCustomer Service & SupportAdministrative
Benefits
Meal provided every shiftTravel discountsCareer advancement opportunitiesTips and incentivesPay before paydayNationwide discount program
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Front Desk Agent serves as the face of the arrival team, assisting guests with check-in, check-out, and various requests during their stay. This role requires maintaining a positive, energetic, and professional demeanor to ensure a world-class guest experience.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
63
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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