Job Description
Job DetailsJob Location: Monterey, CA 93940Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $20.40 - $24.40 HourlyJob Shift: AnyJOB DESCRIPTION: The PBX Operator – Guest Service Agent is responsible for providing prompt, courteous and efficient handling of all incoming calls and assistance for outgoing calls which transpire through PBX. Also plays an integral part in assisting with emergencies, (fire, medical, power/system failure) by contacting the designated personnel for immediate assistance.
THE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS OF THIS JOB ARE:
• Greet guests in a friendly manner.
• Handle incoming telephone calls and other guest communication in a discreet fashion.
• Communicate with other departments in a friendly and professional manner.
• Be aware of local attractions and restaurants and make recommendations to guests.
• Accurately communicate with other shifts regarding issues arising from day to day operations.
• Provide gracious and efficient telephone service as it relates to general PBX services. Calls should be answered promptly and knowledgeably, always ensuring complete and accurate information.
• Maintain complete knowledge at all times of: all hotel features/services, hours of operation, all room types, numbers, layout, décor, appointments and location, all room rates, special packages and promotions, daily house count and expected arrivals/departures, room availability status for any given day, and scheduled daily group activities.
• Communicate services and amenities of the hotel to guests.
• Assist with Concierge services.
• Complete additional duties as assigned by the Front Office Management.
• Support safe work habits and contribute to a safe working environment at all times.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. Job responsibilities can change according to the operational needs of the business.
The Ideal Candidate will:
• Carry a friendly, energetic, personable demeanor and have a passion for great customer service, with a customer-first mentality.
• Have strong inter-personal skills and enjoy working in a team-environment and building great relationships with their coworkers.
• Must approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.
• Must be effective at authentic listening skills to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests alike.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information.
• Be able to work quickly, embrace and learn new information, multi-task and incorporate feedback into personal performance.
• Have the ability to perform various physical tasks during the work shift; strong and quick problem-solving ability.
• Have strong communication skills, written and verbal.
• Possess excellent technical, conceptual, and financial skills.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends and holidays based upon company needs.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITES:
Knowledge of the entire hotel safety procedures to ensure the safety and security of our guests and employees.
QualificationsEDUCATIONAL / CERTIFICATION / LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:
High School Diploma or equivalent – Required
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
• Proficiency in using various computer software programs, Microsoft Work, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, and general office equipment
• Detail oriented and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCED REQUIRED:
Minimum of one (1) years Hospitality experience preferred.
Experience the best of California at the AAA Four Diamond Portola Hotel & Spa. Situated in downtown Monterey, with Fisherman's Wharf, Cannery Row, and the Monterey Bay Aquarium, all within walking distance from the hotel’s front door.
Relax and unwind in the modern lobby, designed to reflect California coastal luxury, boasting blue tones reminiscent of the Pacific Ocean. As one California’s first, LEED® Certified hotels on the Central Coast, the Portola features 379 newly renovated guest rooms and shares 60,000 square feet of flexible meeting space with the adjacent Monterey Conference Center.
Inspired by Monterey's surrounding natural landscape and coastal influence, guest rooms feature contemporary wood furnishings, sustainable mattresses made from renewable resources, hypoallergenic pillow toppers, and duvets. Enjoy spacious marble bathrooms with separate vanity areas and eco-friendly bath amenities. Most guest rooms offer private balconies with ocean, garden terrace, city, or pool views.
Portola Hotel is one of California’s premier family and pet friendly destinations. Voted among the Top Twenty Hotels in Northern California by Condé Nast Traveler’s readers, Portola offers spacious rooms, easy access to the destinations most popular attractions, shopping, dining, and much more. It’s all right here at the Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay.