
Guest Services Agent | Full Time
- Chicago, IL
- $25.95 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Use friendly and appropriate expressions when engaging guests
- Be able to perform all front desk agent checklists AM, PM and Overnight (if needed)
- Be able to use the hotel telephone systems
- Be able to perform all Ideal Services checklists AM, PM, and Overnight (if needed)
- Follow-up with guest complaints to ensure that any problems are resolved
- Direct guests to the Front Desk or meeting rooms
- Assist in the management of hotel guest’s amenity program
- Assist in management and execution of the hotels pre-arrival, during stay and pre-departure calls.
- Notify the Front Desk and Guest Services of VIP arrivals whenever possible
- Engage in conversation with as many guests as possible
- Perform as “backup buddy” in the absence of a loyalty ambassador.
- Assist in the management of hotels text messaging and email correspondence with guests
- Attend all designated staff meetings and training sessions
- Work closely with all operating departments on the execution of our property VIP program.
- Maintain lobby presence during peak times in an effort to greet guests, escort guests and assist in management of front drive during high demand periods.
- Assist in the planning and execution of lobby activations during peak demand periods.
- Complete all tasks assigned by manager
- Aid guests in locating other areas of the hotel (walk them to destination if possible)
- Follow all company policies and procedures; ensure clean uniform and professional personal appearance; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets
- Follow all company safety and security policies and procedures; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions; complete safety training and certifications
- Previous experience with hotel guest services highly preferred
- Intermediate Microsoft office experience highly preferred
- Excellent customer service skills
- Must have strong communication, presentation, training and organizational skills
- Maintain a professional business appearance, attitude and performance
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays
- Ability to stand, sit, walk for extended portions of the work day
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs