Guest Services Agent

Meyer Jabara Hotels

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

White Plains, New York

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Guest Services Agent is responsible for managing guest registration, bell services, and telephone inquiries to ensure high levels of guest satisfaction. They must also resolve guest complaints, handle financial transactions, and maintain security procedures within the hotel.

Qualifications

We are looking for a Guest Services Agent with previous hotel experience, though it is not strictly required. The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or Equivalent, strong communication and organizational skills, and basic computer proficiency. Excellent customer service skills and the ability to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays, are essential.

Job Description

Meyer Jabara Hotels has distinguished itself as an employer of choice, attracting innovative and talented industry professionals who deliver exceptional results. Our Associates are encouraged to reach their fullest potential by delivering a differentiated experience to our guests and an exceptional bottom-line.

Job Title:                   Guest Service Agent

Department:              Front Office

Reports To:               Front Office Manager, Assistant General Manager

Scope of Position:


Operate the functional areas of guest registration, bell services, telephone services, and guest reservations to ensure guest satisfaction and maximize hotel profitability.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • The major responsibility is to operate the functional areas of guest services, i.e., resolving guest complaints to the satisfaction of the guest; responding promptly to any guest request for service, using the hotel’s computer system for reservations, scheduling, or other guest related services, and answering the hotel telephones courteously and efficiently.
  • Maintains a “can do” and a “guests first” attitude at all times.
  • Works as a member of the overall hotel team to ensure that each guest has an experience that exceeds their expectations
  • Attends scheduled training sessions within the hotel as dictated by the brand and the hotel management.
  • Ensures adherence to procedures for guest and associate security and emergency procedures as established.
  • Abides by established procedures for hotel accounting, credit control, handling of financial transactions, and security of monies.

Requirements:

  • Previous hotel Guest Service experience strongly encouraged.
  • Must be willing to work a variety of AM/PM/overnight, weekend and holiday shifts
  • Requires strong command of the English
         language to include speaking, reading and writing. Bilingual a plus.
  • Requires strong organizational skills.
  • Must be able to multi-task and work independently.
  • Able be able to be on your feet/stand for long periods of time.
  • Excellent people skills, listening skills, and an energetic personality.
  • Meet/exceed customer and team expectations; a true
         desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast paced environment
  • Must possess basic computer skills, i.e.,
         Microsoft Word and Excel, Internet Explorer, etc.
  • Cash handling experience strongly desired.
  • Able to lift, pull, or carry items weighing approximately 50 pounds

Qualificiations:

Education/Experience:            High School Diploma or Equivalent

Skills:  Interpersonal
skills, Computer aptitude, Communication, Organizational, and Customer service
orientation

The difference between being a good business and an amazing business can be found in the company's footprints made by giving back and serving others.  Community relationships matter to the team at Meyer Jabara. 

Meyer Jabara Hotels

Meyer Jabara Hotels is an award-winning hospitality company owning and operating hotels in 17 states. Their portfolio of hotels includes brands such as Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, IHG, and Choice brands as well as independent hotels. Meyer Jabara Hotels has distinguished itself as an employer of choice within the hospitality industry by creating a culture where associates are encouraged to reach their fullest potential and customers receive unique offerings. Our associates are encouraged to reach their fullest potential by delivering differentiated experiences to guests, support and recognition to fellow associates and achieving exceptional results to their ownership.
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