Guest Service Agent

Sandman Hotel Group; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and rapidly growing hospitality group as a Guest Service Agent. In this pivotal role, you'll be the face of the hotel, ensuring a warm welcome and exceptional service for all guests. With a focus on personal development and career growth, this position offers a competitive compensation package and exciting perks, including discounts at restaurants and hotels. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about delivering outstanding customer experiences, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career in the hospitality industry.

Benefits

Rewards & Recognition

Team rates from $59 per night

25% discount at restaurants

Discounted Passes/Lift tickets

Ongoing Employee events

Growth Opportunities

Dedicated Training Program

Employee Assistance Program

Group Life Insurance

Complimentary Stays

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience as a Hotel Front Desk Clerk preferred.
• Strong knowledge of accounting practices and principles.

Responsibilities

• Provide a warm, welcoming environment for guests.
• Check guests in and out of the hotel and handle inquiries.
• Ensure front desk is stocked and tidy for guest needs.

Skills

Customer Relations

Time Management

Conflict Resolution

Adaptability

Communication Skills

Education

Two-year apprenticeship in front desk operations or hotel management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Opera/Opera Cloud

Job description

Job Description

Posted Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 3:00 AM

Proud to be 100% Canadian-owned, Northland Properties is recognized as one of the most trusted names in hotels, restaurants, resorts, sports, construction, and asset management. Our well-known and loved brands have been bringing people together to celebrate unforgettable experiences across Canada, the US, Ireland, and the UK for over 50 years. As Canada’s fastest-growing hospitality group, we believe the foundation of our continued success is our people and their ability to take great care of our guests.

First impressions count, right? We think so too! The Guest Service Agent is the face of our hotels. You're a people-pleaser who loves to go above and beyond to exceed the needs of our guests. You'll wear many hats - from meeter and greeter to problem-defeater. At Sandman Hotel Group, we recognize this vital role with a competitive compensation package and flexible schedule. We're also pleased to encourage personal development and real career growth, which means the sky's the limit. We know you'd love to hear about our perks - incredible team rates and discounts at all 7 of our restaurant brands is just the beginning! With over 60 hotels (and growing!), there has never been a more exciting time to join our team.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Completion of a two-year apprenticeship program in front desk operations or hotel management preferred
• 1 year of experience as a Hotel Front Desk Clerk preferred
• Experience in all aspects of customer service and people management
• Strong working knowledge of accounting practices and principles
• Ability to analyze and interpret the needs of clients and offer the appropriate options, solutions, and resolutions required
• Exceptional conflict resolution, negotiation, and objection handling skills
• Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
• High level of proficiency with Microsoft and Opera/Opera Cloud preferred

DUTIES:

• To provide a warm, welcoming and friendly environment
• Responsible for checking guests in and out of the Hotel.
• Answers various questions from guests and arranges transportation for guests.
• Respond to telephone, e-mail, and in-person inquiries from clients, business partners, and other parties.
• Book telephone reservations
• Computes bills, collects payment and makes change for guests.
• Count and verify cash, shift activity, keys, gift certificates, and wireless internet cards with departing shift.
• Print updated in-house, arrival, departure, and room status reports every two hours
• Check all unresolved departures.
• Ensure front desk is stocked with any items guests may require before housekeeping leaves for the day.
• Write all wake-up call requests on specified form and enter on switchboard.
• Complete welcome calls.
• Clean and tidy front desk area.
• Refer all inquiries to the appropriate individuals, divisions, or departments across the organization.
• As a front-line worker, present a positive and professional image of the organization to all visitors, suppliers, inquiries, and other interactions.
• Provide information to staff and/or clients about special activities.
• Observe and report any security issues to the Manager.

APPLICABLE SKILLS:

• Excellent customer relations.
• Must have time-management skills.
• Adaptable to change and be able to handle multiple priorities under pressure.
• Eager and focused to exceed guest expectations.

We believe that by taking care of our team members, we create a positive atmosphere that benefits both our team members and guests. We want you to love coming to work and also find that working with Northland has a positive influence on your life outside of work.

PERKS:

• Rewards & Recognition
• Team rates from $59 per night, Family & Friends rates too!
• 25% discount at our restaurants for up to 6 people
• Discounted Passes/Lift tickets at Grouse Mountain and Revelstoke Mountain Resort
• Ongoing Employee events, incentives & recognition
• Growth Opportunities - Career Advancement starts from Within
• Dedicated Training Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Free mental Health Support, Legal & Financial Counselling
• Refer a friend or family and earn money!
• Group Life Insurance, Extended Health, Dental, Vision Care!
• Complimentary Stays
• RRSP Matching
• Milestone Rewards
• Tuition Credit Program

SUMMATION:

Submission of resume does not guarantee an interview or an actual transfer. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, provided they meet the minimal requirements of the applicable skills required. You must be legally entitled to work in Canada to apply as the employer does not have a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) that would support a foreign worker. Applications will not be accepted via email or in person. We thank all applicants for their interest in Career opportunities with The Sandman Hotel Group, however, only those applicants we wish to interview will receive a reply to their application.

ABSOLUTELY NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

Sandman Hotel Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Sandman Hotel Group does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, provincial or local laws. Sandman Hotel Group takes seriously its obligations under the Human Rights Code.