Concierge Part Time

Highgate Hotels, LP; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Highgate Hotels, LP is seeking a Concierge at The Westin New Orleans to greet guests and provide current information about the local area, attractions and events. You will assist with questions, reservations, and directions, ensuring a welcoming first impression.

The role requires a friendly demeanor and strong communication skills in a fast-paced hotel environment. You will maintain up-to-date listings of attractions and restaurant hours, coordinate with the front desk as needed, and help with

Qualifications

• Experience in a hotel or related field preferred.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Able to prioritize multiple requests.
• Computer experience required.
• Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.
• Effective verbal and written communication with guests and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide information and assist guests concerning local services and render reservations.
• Maintain current listing of local attractions, events and activities.
• Provide hours of operations for all hotel restaurants, lounges and shops.
• Provide maps and directions as required.
• Assist front desk when needed and help guests with package retrieval.
• Oversee cleanliness of lobby and entrance areas.

Skills

Time management

Multitasking

Communication skills

Computer skills

Friendly demeanor

Attentive service

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Requisition ID: 2026-80965

Category: Front Office Operations

Job Location: US-LA-New Orleans

Property: Westin New Orleans

Compensation Type: Hourly

Company

Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America. With a 30-year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward-thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value. With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. www.highgate.com

Location

Situated at the end of famed Canal Street, The Westin New Orleans offers stunning views of the mighty Mississippi River and the French Quarter. Guests are just steps from the Shops at Canal Place and Harrah's Casino and a short walk to the excitement of Bourbon Street and the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. The hotel features 462 rooms and suites, including a Presidential Suite, with Westin's signature Heavenly bedding, 34,000-sq-ft of event space, a fully equipped WestinWORKOUT fitness center, a lobby bar Observatory 11 with the best view of the French Quarter anywhere, and a new restaurant Bistro at the Bend.

Overview

The Concierge is responsible for creating a welcoming first impression and for providing current information about the local area, attractions and events. He/she is also responsible for greeting guests, assisting with questions, and providing recommendations and directions for restaurants, attractions and events in the area.

Responsibilities

Provide information and assist guests concerning: restaurants, theater/musical productions, airlines, automobile rental, transportation directions, office services, beauty/barber establishments, and other appropriate services, and render reservations for such.

• Maintain current listing of local and area attractions, special events and activities.
• Maintain a listing of local transportation guides, churches, sports arenas, etc.
• Provide hours of operations for all restaurants, lounges and shops within the hotel.
• Provide information, maps and directions as required.
• Maintain lobby reader board.
• Maintain all property brochure racks, order and restock when necessary.
• Knowledge of all emergency procedures and the ability to assist and/or respond accordingly.
• Provide personalized phone calls to VIP's and other designated guests welcoming them to the hotel.
• Communicate all daily functions and their location in the hotel in order to assist and direct guests.
• Assist the front desk when needed.
• Assist guests with retrieval of packages.
• Provide gift certificates for purchase.
• Maintain in-room TV channel listings.
• Show guestrooms and suites as needed.
• Oversee cleanliness of lobby and entrance areas

Qualifications

• Experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Able to prioritize multple requests.
• Computer experience required.
• Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.
• Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.
• Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests.
• Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
• Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.
• Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform and nametag.
• Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
• Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions.
• Must be effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.
• Must be able to understand and apply complex information, data, etc. from various sources to meet appropriate objectives.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information.
• Must be able to show initiative, including anticipating guest or operational needs.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.