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Front Desk Associate

Minneapolis Marriott Southwest

5801 Opus Parkway
Minnetonka, MN 55343

Hotel with 323 Rooms

Management Development Program, TEAM discounts and more!

Front Desk Associate | Join Our TEAM & Grow Your Hospitality Career
Full-Time
5 shifts per week - 2pm-10:30pm

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Front Desk Associate About Us

Our TEAM culture motivates and encourages every individual to achieve “MORE” in their daily life and grow their career with a company that values them.

T.E.A.M. = Together Everyone Achieves More

About the Role

We’re seeking a charismatic, outgoing, and guest-focused hospitality professional to join our growing TEAM!

As a Front Desk Associate, you’ll play a key role in creating memorable guest experiences. Your genuine smile, positive energy, attentive service, and passion for hospitality will help set the tone for an exceptional stay.

Schedule: Full-Time | 2:00 PM–10:30 PM | 5 shifts per week
Pay: $19.00 per hour

Responsibilities
  • Welcome and assist guests throughout their stay.
  • Complete check-ins and check-outs accurately and efficiently.
  • Manage reservations, guest information, room assignments, and keys.
  • Answer guest questions and respond to requests with professionalism.
  • Resolve guest concerns with a positive, solutions-focused approach.
  • Communicate effectively with hotel departments to ensure an excellent guest experience.
  • Maintain a welcoming, organized, and professional front desk environment.
Requirements
  • Previous hotel front desk experience is preferred, but we’re willing to train the right customer-service professional.
  • Strong communication, listening, and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal English skills; Spanish or additional languages are highly preferred.
  • Comfortable with technology and software; experience with Microsoft Office and hotel systems such as OnQ, Opera, Fosse, Lightspeed, HotSOS, GXP, BOB, Kipsu, or Slack is a plus.
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize, and remain composed in a fast-paced environment.
  • Positive attitude, high energy, attention to detail, and a genuine desire to help others.
  • Flexible availability, including weekends and holidays.
  • A TEAM-first mindset and desire to grow in hospitality.

No hotel experience? No problem! We’re committed to training and developing our associates through hands-on learning, teamwork, and a positive work environment.

Career Growth

We believe in investing in our people. Career advancement opportunities include:

Front Office Manager → Operations Manager → Assistant General Manager → General Manager

Our Management Development Program (MDP) helps develop top talent into future leaders, with opportunities to advance into management in less than one year for high-performing associates.

TEAM Benefits
  • 401(k)
  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Paid vacation, wellness, and holidays
  • Management Development Program
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • TEAM and travel discounts
  • Referral bonus program
  • Full-time benefits eligibility

With multiple brands and thousands of locations around the world, TEAM members can enjoy special travel and select food & beverage discounts.

Bring your energy. Bring your personality. Bring your ambition.

What’s Your MORE?

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification form (Form I-9) upon hire.

Posted September 1, 2026

About Minneapolis Marriott Southwest

Venture the outdoors at our serene hotel in Minnetonka

Minneapolis Marriott Southwest underwent a fabulous evolution, earning recognition from Marriott International in 2016. The hotel still celebrates the natural beauty that draws visitors to Minnetonka, MN. Nestled among walking paths, and overlooking a peaceful pond, this Marriott in Minnetonka balances the beauty of nature with the cool calm of modern minimalism. Our comfy Minnetonka hotel rooms are adorned with beautiful art and finishes that are inspired by the area's alluring outdoors. In the Great room, relax with a cocktail, or enjoy work with free Wi-Fi. For Marriott Bonvoy Elite Members, the M Club Lounge offers an exclusive space to work, dine and recharge, 24/7. Savor splendid Minnetonka dining At Blue Birch, serving regional comfort foods in a sophisticated setting. Wellness-focused amenities include a heated indoor pool and fitness center. With over 14,000 sq. ft. of event space, outdoor patio, and a 1,140 person ballroom, we re the best choice for Minneapolis wedding venues and meeting spaces.