FRONT DESK - Residence Inn Bakersfield

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $16.50 - $17.50
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Professional development opportunities

Job Description

This opportunity is with a reputable hotel renowned for its commitment to exceptional guest service and hospitality. As a leader in the hospitality industry, the hotel prides itself on offering guests a welcoming and comfortable environment that upholds the highest standards of quality and professionalism. Operating within a vibrant and dynamic environment, this hotel focuses on providing superior services that enhance the overall guest experience, ensuring that every visitor feels valued and cared for throughout their stay.

The Guest Service Associate role is crucial in maintaining the hotel’s high standards of customer service. This position is responsible for creating a positive first impression and providing courteous, efficient assistance to guests during their visit. The successful candidate will be the frontline ambassador of the hotel, ensuring that all guest interactions are handled with professionalism, empathy, and attention to detail. This role requires multitasking abilities, clear communication skills, and a hospitable attitude to address guest needs promptly and effectively.

The Guest Service Associate will be tasked with executing sales strategies designed to increase hotel revenue while consistently adhering to the hotel’s mission statement, values, and culture. Attention to detail, service-centric behavior, and strong teamwork are essential traits for succeeding in this role. This individual will communicate with guests and coworkers professionally and efficiently manage guest-related transactions such as posting charges, computing bills, and processing payments using the property management systems.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate excellent time management skills, be computer-literate, and possess the stamina to perform physical tasks required by the job. The role may require standing, bending, lifting, and working varied schedules, including holidays and weekends, reflecting the dynamic nature of the hospitality industry. This is a fantastic opportunity for those who are honest, responsible, and dedicated to delivering outstanding customer service in a fast-paced hotel environment.

Job Requirements

  • Well-groomed and professional appearance
  • effective communication skills
  • good listener
  • empathetic and tolerant
  • rational, prudent, and practical
  • ability to perform major life activities including standing, lifting, bending, learning, reading, concentrating, thinking, and communicating
  • ability to stand for eight hours, bend, stretch, and reach
  • flexible work schedule including occasional holidays, weekends, and evenings
  • ability to push or pull 60 pounds and lift or carry 30 pounds

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum one year experience as a guest service associate or in a similar role
  • proficiency in using property management systems
  • strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
  • basic computer literacy
  • effective time management skills
  • ability to handle guest complaints professionally

Job Duties

  • Increase guest satisfaction by providing efficient and courteous guest service in accordance with hotel standards
  • adhere to guidelines and procedures
  • execute selling strategies to enhance hotel revenue
  • understand and implement the mission statement, values, and culture at all times
  • multi-task, remain service-centric and detail-oriented
  • communicate with guests and co-workers
  • receive and transmit mail, phone, and written messages and relay pertinent information using log books
  • manage time effectively
  • assist with guest issues with professionalism and hospitable attitude
  • operate property management systems to post charges, compute bills, collect payments, and make changes

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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