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Overnight Guest Services Ambassador (PT/Sat-Sun)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $14.50 - $18.25
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Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Career development opportunities
inclusive work environment

Job Description

The Detroit Foundation Hotel, a distinctive hospitality establishment, has reimagined the historic Detroit Fire Department Headquarters into a 100-room independent hotel that forms part of the ongoing renaissance of Detroit. This hotel offers guests an immersive experience that blends the rich history of Motor City with modern touches, creating a unique cultural, business, and artistic destination. At the heart of this property is The Apparatus Room, a ground-floor restaurant that collaborates with local distillers, brewers, farmers, and other purveyors to deliver authentic Detroit flavors and experiences. The Detroit Foundation Hotel is owned and managed by Aparium Hotel Group, a Chicago-based company founded in 2011 by prominent hospitality leaders Mario Tricoci and Kevin Robinson. The group's vision is to deliver high-level service and luxury in underserved, yet important cities, maintaining and honoring the unique character of each locale.

The Overnight Guest Services Ambassador role at the Detroit Foundation Hotel transcends typical front desk responsibilities. This position is designed for a dedicated hospitality professional who understands that providing exceptional guest experiences requires genuine care, attention to detail, and a willingness to go beyond conventional service boundaries. Unlike a standard night auditor, the Ambassador takes full ownership of each guest's journey, ensuring that from arrival to departure all needs are met with warmth, professionalism, and thoughtful personalization. This role demands someone who is intuitive and adaptable, capable of being a host, tour guide, bellman, valet, and greeter all in one. The Ambassador's deep knowledge of the hotel and the local community allows them to offer authentic insights and personalized recommendations, enhancing each guest's visit uniquely.

This position is non-exempt and reports directly to the Guest Services Manager. It requires a professional who values perfectionism, creativity, and spontaneity as essential qualities in delivering an extraordinary hospitality experience. The Ambassador will manage detailed reservation information, accommodate special requests—even those that require bending usual protocols—and ensure every guest feels genuinely welcomed and cared for throughout their stay. Working effectively with colleagues and other departments is also key to maintaining a seamless and enjoyable guest experience. The role demands flexibility in working hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as well as physical abilities to manage guest luggage and other related tasks.

Aparium Hotel Group is dedicated to creating a culture of inclusion, valuing diversity, and ensuring equal opportunity for all employees. They emphasize pride in the local community and the people they serve. As an Equal Opportunity Employer and an E-Verify participant, the company fosters an environment where employees can thrive and bring their full, authentic selves to work. The Detroit Foundation Hotel offers a one-of-a-kind career opportunity for those passionate about hospitality, the city of Detroit, and creating memorable guest experiences that honor the past and celebrate the present.

Job Requirements

  • Passion for the people, place, and culture of our community
  • Minimum of two years of experience in guest or customer service for luxury goods or services or comparable combination of education and experience
  • Professional proficiency of the English language in reading, writing and verbal communication
  • Valid driver's license and successful completion of motor vehicle report required to assist in parking guest vehicles
  • Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel and Word to create spreadsheets or proposals
  • Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. for handling guest luggage
  • Ability to push a bell cart with guest luggage that may contain up to 100 lbs.
  • Ability to work varied shifts, that may include days, nights, weekends and holidays

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum of two years of experience in guest or customer service for luxury goods or services
  • Professional proficiency of the English language in reading, writing, and verbal communication
  • Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel and Word to create spreadsheets or proposals
  • Valid driver's license and successful completion of motor vehicle report
  • Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. for handling guest luggage
  • Ability to push a bell cart with guest luggage that may contain up to 100 lbs.
  • Ability to work varied shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays

Job Duties

  • Demonstrate passion and genuine care for all aspects of a guest's experience, handling all interactions with the highest level of hospitality and professionalism
  • Own all aspects of a guest's experience from beginning to end by ensuring accurate and thorough reservation details, an inviting arrival, recommendation of local experiences, and a seamless departure, ascertaining satisfaction throughout and adjusting as necessary
  • Accommodate special requests whenever possible, even if it requires breaking protocol for the benefit of the guest, as our service style and standards are a guide to help you use sound judgment
  • Serve as the tour guide for all hotel experiences a guest may encounter, following your intuition to uncover each guest's likes or dislikes enabling you to add a personalized touch that creates a special memory
  • Demonstrate mastery of the hotel's systems to ensure accurate information is input, updated, and utilized to respond through a variety of guest communication channels, from pre-arrival to post-departure
  • You are fanatical about the details of each guest, ensuring that all requests are delivered, and no aspects are overlooked to deliver a seamless experience
  • Always prioritize the guest's satisfaction, adjusting your actions and behaviors to support what the guest needs at any given moment
  • Display professionalism and discretion throughout all guest interactions, maintaining a consistently calm and engaging presence

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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