Guest Services Associate- Bell

Rosewood Hotel Georgia

Vancouver

On-site

CAD 26,766 - 35,693

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A luxury hotel in Vancouver is looking for a Guest Service Associate to provide exceptional service to guests. The role includes transporting luggage, greeting guests, and attending to their needs throughout their stay. Candidates should have a high school diploma and prior hospitality experience. This full-time position offers competitive rates and the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

Prior hospitality experience, preferably in a similar position.
Ability to understand and respond to guest needs.
Must maintain confidentiality of guest information.

Responsibilities

Transport guest luggage to/from guestrooms.
Greet arriving guests and assist with their needs.
Resolve guest complaints to ensure satisfaction.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Guest Service Associate- Bell role at Rosewood Hotel Georgia

Base pay range

CA$19.43/hr - CA$25.91/hr

JOB TITLE: Guest Service Associate- Bell

DIVISION: Guest Services

REPORTS TO: Front Office Manager

ABOUT ROSEWOOD HOTEL GEORGIA

Rosewood Hotel Georgia combines the grandeur of the Roaring Twenties with contemporary design in the heart of Vancouver. First opened in 1927, the legendary award-winning hotel has been meticulously restored to its place as one of the most prominent hotels worldwide. Providing a flawless combination of legacy with luxury, Rosewood Hotel Georgia features 156 guestrooms and suites, award-winning dining, and Sense, a Rosewood Spa – the only 2 Key Michelin rated Hotel in Vancouver Canada, and the only city Hotel. For generations, guests have indulged in Hotel Georgia’s charming ambience, remarkable service and landmark location.

THE IMPACT OF THIS ROLE

The bellperson transports guest luggage to/from guestrooms. Escort guests to rooms and inform guests of all hotel services and features. Responsible for attending to immediate needs of each guest upon arrival and follow through attention throughout stay. Thorough knowledge of all hotel services and amenities. This shift may also require overnight availability as needed.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies, service procedures and standards.
Ensure that standards are maintained at a superior level on a daily basis.
Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment. Use equipment only as intended.
Anticipate guests’ needs, respond promptly and acknowledge all guests, however busy and whatever time of day.
Maintain positive guest relations at all times.
Be familiar with all hotel services/features and local attractions/activities to respond to guest inquiries accurately.
Arrive at your respective assigned working locations, ready to commence work at your designated starting times.
Maintain professional appearance and follow the personal grooming and uniform standards.
Attend team briefings to meet with MOD to review daily occupancy, VIPs, groups, sites, events, glitches, etc.
Resolve guest complaints, ensuring guest satisfaction.
Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned work areas.
Maintain knowledge of scheduled daily activities, daily arrivals/departures, hotel features and services, and hours of operation for each outlet.
Park guest vehicles in specified areas in a safe and efficient manner.
Greet arriving guests/visitors; bid farewell to departing guests/visitors and invite them to return.
Assist guests and visitors into and out of their vehicles.
Provide claim check and instruct guests on how to reclaim vehicle.
Retrieve customer vehicles from specified areas in a safe and efficient manner.
Escort guests to the Front Desk and introduce guests to the Front Desk Agent or use technology.
Relay accurate directions to guests/visitors within the hotel or regarding any destinations within the local area.
Provide accurate and timely documentation and reports of departmental activities and status including claim checks, vehicle damage, statements, and conditions requiring attention or repair. Obeys all traffic laws on and off property.
Anticipate customer needs such as opening of car doors, assistance with wheelchairs, holding umbrellas, etc.
Handle valet tickets, keys, and equipment in accordance with company policies.
Direct traffic at property entrance, hail taxicabs and stand at the front door or designated area to provide assistance.
Confirm number of pieces and provide legible claim tickets to guests for their luggage.
Transport guest luggage from the point of arrival at the hotel to their assigned room; from current room to reassigned room for room changes; and from room to the point of departure.
Assist in locating guest's lost luggage and correctly tag, store, and retrieve luggage from holding room.
Identify and explain hotel facilities and features to guests while escorting them to their room; identify fire exit closest to guest's room and explain safety features of assigned room.
Demonstrate use of room key to guests and place guest luggage inside the room.
Identify and explain guest room features to include use of air conditioning/heat, thermostat controls, telephone, television, clock radio, mini-bar, lights, bathroom amenities, valet/laundry services, ice service, coffee maker, on-command entertainment; offer packing/unpacking service and explain pressing and laundry service.
Maintain accurate knowledge of scheduled functions within the hotel to direct guests to correct locations and relay accurate directions to inquiries about transportation within the local area.
Maintain accurate log records of guest calls for Bell Person assistance and answer Bell Stand telephone within 3 rings using correct greeting and telephone etiquette.
Remain in assigned post position, maintaining correct stance.
Retrieve guest dry cleaning/laundry from rooms and deliver processed items; deliver items to guest rooms promptly including messages, mail, faxes, packages, flowers, sundry items, gift items; deliver newspapers to specified guestrooms.
Monitor and maintain appearance of lobby areas and luggage holding room; polish brass luggage carts and maintain cleanliness of carts.
Assist concierge in guest inquiries during high traffic periods.
Assist Door person and Valet as required.
Assist in Emergency situations and be knowledgeable of the Crisis Management and Contingency Plan.
Report to MODs any other relevant information or incidents during shift operations.
Perform all other duties assigned by management as required.

CRITICAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: Prior hospitality experience, preferably in a similar position.

Education: High school diploma.

General Skills: Must be able to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy; prioritize, organize and follow-up; be a clear thinker, remaining calm and resolving problems using good judgment; follow directions thoroughly; understand a guest’s service needs; work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team; work with minimal supervision; maintain confidentiality of guest information and pertinent hotel data.

Technical Skills: Thorough knowledge of all hotel services and amenities; ability to provide clear directions.

Language: Required to speak, read, and write English, with fluency in other languages preferred.

Physical Requirements: Must be able to exert physical effort, endure various physical movements throughout the work areas, reach up and down, remain stationary at times throughout work periods, and satisfactorily communicate with guests and co-workers to their understanding.

Licenses & Certifications: Valid Driver’s license with a good driving record. Must be able to operate both standard and automatic transmissions.

Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

Others

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the duties involved in this position, the company reserves the right to add, remove or alter duties when business need dictates.

Seniority level