Guest Services Agent

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $16.00 - $21.00
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Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
flexible schedules
Career development opportunities

Job Description

HRI Hospitality is a distinguished hotel ownership and management company recognized for its innovative approach to revitalizing and managing hotel properties. With a legacy rooted in restoring historic properties to their former grandeur and spearheading new build projects, HRI Hospitality sets itself apart by blending tradition with modernity. Its portfolio spans a broad spectrum of hotel brands located in vibrant urban communities, making it a dynamic and exciting destination for both guests and employees alike. As a company, HRI Hospitality is deeply committed to delivering warm welcomes and creating unforgettable experiences for all its guests. This commitment extends to fostering... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Minimum 18 years of age
  • US work authorization required
  • High school graduate or equivalent
  • Minimum six months experience as a Guest Service Agent in a hotel or resort or comparable customer focused industry
  • Minimum six months cash handling experience required
  • Able to effectively communicate in English in both written and verbal form
  • Must be able to clearly communicate in English with guests, visitors, management and coworkers both in person and by telephone
  • Must be able to provide legible communication and directions
  • Must be able to compute accurate mathematical calculations
  • Ability to input and access data in computer
  • Ability to understand guest inquiries and provide responses
  • Ability to promote positive relations with all individuals who approach the Front Desk
  • Ability to focus on guests' needs, remaining calm and courteous
  • Ability to think clearly, quickly and make concise decisions
  • Ability to prioritize, organize and follow up
  • Ability to work well under pressure of constant frequent arrivals and departures
  • Ability to focus attention on details
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of all guests and hotel information
  • Ability to ensure security of guest room access
  • Ability to remain stationary at assigned post for extended periods of time
  • Must meet grooming standards
  • Ability to work cohesively with other departments and coworkers as part of a team
  • Willingness to work varied shifts including weekends and holidays

Job Qualifications

  • High school graduate or equivalent
  • Minimum six months experience as a Guest Service Agent in a hotel or resort or comparable customer focused industry
  • Minimum six months cash handling experience
  • Ability to effectively communicate in English both written and verbal
  • Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
  • Capability to compute accurate mathematical calculations
  • Proficient in computer data input and access
  • Ability to understand guest inquiries and provide suitable responses
  • Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and ensure security of guest room access
  • Capable of prioritizing, organizing and following up on tasks
  • Willingness to work varied shifts including weekends and holidays
  • Ability to work cohesively as part of a team

Job Duties

  • Maintain complete knowledge at all times of all hotel features, services, hours of operation
  • Maintain complete knowledge of all room types, numbers, layout, decor, appointments and location
  • Maintain complete knowledge of all room rates, special packages and promotions
  • Keep daily house count and expected arrivals/departures
  • Monitor room availability status for any given day
  • Keep updated on scheduled daily group activities
  • Maintain complete knowledge and comply with all hotel and departmental policies and procedures
  • Obtain assigned bank and ensure accuracy of contracted monies and keep bank secure
  • Meet with supervisor to review daily assignments and priorities
  • Meet with departing Front Desk Agent to review business status and follow up items
  • Access all functions of computer system according to established procedures and standards
  • Set up work station with necessary supplies and maintain cleanliness throughout shift
  • Answer department telephone within three rings using correct greeting and telephone etiquette
  • Promote positive guest relations
  • Accommodate all requests for information congenially
  • Process all guest check ins according to established hotel requirements
  • Confirm reservation in system and review all noted information
  • Sell a room type as agreed upon for guests without a reservation
  • Register guest in computer and generate a registration card
  • Verify registration card information with guest and obtain back up information for guest credit or payment method
  • Collect cash when designated
  • Assign guest room
  • Advise guest of messages, mail, faxes received for them
  • Inform guest of room safe, mini bar key and room key procedures
  • Issue parking passes, validate valet parking tickets and enter information in computer
  • Communicate services and amenities included in packages
  • Obtain proper identification for tax exempt guests and attach form to registration card
  • Obtain guest signature for designated paperwork
  • Obtain Bell Person to escort guest and transport luggage to room
  • Maintain guest history files on all guests
  • Communicate VIP arrivals to designated personnel for escort and delivery of amenities
  • Set up accurate accounts for each guest according to their requirements
  • File registration cards and vouchers
  • Extend effort to obtain satisfactory alternative accommodations for guests when necessary
  • Accommodate room changes expediently
  • Handle guest complaints ensuring satisfaction
  • Document all guest requests, complaints or problems immediately
  • Notify designated personnel for resolving situations
  • Follow up to ensure completion and guest satisfaction
  • Take, record and relay messages accurately
  • Distribute hotel personnel messages
  • Offer detailed information on voice mail system
  • Accept and record wakeup call requests
  • Issue safe deposit boxes to guests and ensure key security
  • Distribute all guest and department mail
  • Monitor, send and distribute guest faxes
  • Document and confirm reservations and cancellations
  • Block rooms in computer and follow through on requirements
  • Pre-register guests and prepare key packets
  • Communicate pertinent guest information to departments
  • Generate, print and distribute daily and weekly reports
  • Resolve discrepancies with Housekeeping
  • Match bucket check to guest ledger report and report discrepancies
  • Process all check outs according to hotel requirements
  • Resolve late charges
  • Present folio to guest and resolve disputed charges
  • Settle guest accounts following Accounting procedures
  • Retrieve guest room key from guest
  • Request guest comments on stay
  • Process express check outs
  • Handle requests for late check outs
  • Conduct group check ins and outs
  • Assist all departments and executives with group, inventory and guest information
  • File guest room keys and secure keys at Front Desk
  • Adhere to all cashiering procedures
  • Process adjustment vouchers, paid outs, correction vouchers, miscellaneous charges
  • Make change for guests
  • Cash guests' personal checks/travelers checks
  • Post charges
  • Settle room accounts
  • Run closing reports
  • Count bank at end of shift
  • Complete designated cashier reports
  • Balance receipts
  • Drop receipts
  • Secure bank
  • Document pertinent information in log book

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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