EXECUTIVE HOST

Caesars Entertainment; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time benefits

Medical, dental, vision

Life & disability insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Education assistance

Team member discounts

Incentive bonus program

Job summary

Caesars Entertainment is seeking an Executive Host to manage strategic relationships with a VIP group on property. You will drive account development and service with a focus on growth, delivering personalized experiences for our top guests by blending in-person and phone-based outreach.

The role requires strong customer service, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills. You will coordinate with multiple departments to ensure high-end, seamless experiences for VIP guests and event

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Able to obtain and retain a gaming license.
• College degree preferred, or 3–5 years of prior experience in a casino, hotel, guest service, host or other account management in gaming.
• Salesforce knowledge preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Generate gaming revenue by developing VIP accounts and leveraging active databases with creative marketing.
• Build loyalty among VIP customers through relationship-building and upscale sales techniques.
• Maintain relationships with VIP guests via phone and in person to maximize revenue goals.
• Lead VIP events on- and off-property and coordinate with relevant departments for seamless service.
• Respond to guest needs with proactive service, including transportation and accommodations as needed.
• Ensure compliant, professional handling of all guest interactions and escalate issues when required.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Relationship building

Multi-tasking

Sales skills

Education

College degree preferred

3–5 years gaming/ casino experience

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Job Description

The Executive Host’s foremost role is to own all aspects of strategic relationships with a specific group of VIP players for whom they direct account development, relationship building and service while on property. Your overarching purpose in this role will be to develop a lasting, growth-oriented relationship with each customer through a combination of in-person and on-the-phone sales activities. As a member of this team, you will be the first line of contact with a property’s very best guests; exuding an exceptional motivation to serve while exhibiting a unique blend of gregariousness and graciousness. An intuitive and creative problem solver, you will strive to delight our guests, be committed to proactive service recovery and be skilled in social awareness. The ideal candidate for this position will be resilient, tenacious, and have a passion for service in a customer-facing role as well as the ability to develop relationships via the telephone.

Job Description

The Executive Host’s foremost role is to own all aspects of strategic relationships with a specific group of VIP players for whom they direct account development, relationship building and service while on property. Your overarching purpose in this role will be to develop a lasting, growth-oriented relationship with each customer through a combination of in-person and on-the-phone sales activities. As a member of this team, you will be the first line of contact with a property’s very best guests; exuding an exceptional motivation to serve while exhibiting a unique blend of gregariousness and graciousness. An intuitive and creative problem solver, you will strive to delight our guests, be committed to proactive service recovery and be skilled in social awareness. The ideal candidate for this position will be resilient, tenacious, and have a passion for service in a customer-facing role as well as the ability to develop relationships via the telephone.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for generating gaming revenue through development of VIP accounts while maximizing existing revenue streams utilizing our active databases and implementing creative marketing programs.
• Builds loyalty among valued VIP customers by developing relationships effectively utilizing marketing and upscale sales techniques.
• Maintains relationships with VIP guests through personal contact by phone and in person with the ultimate goal of maximizing gaming revenue goals as set by the management team.
• Significant amount of time customer facing; participating in special events and social functions.
• Anticipates, responds to and consistently meets or exceeds the needs of guests including, but not limited to, transportation and accommodation arrangements.
• Coordination as needed with VIP Hospitality team to lead to successful delivery of pre-trip itinerary; leveraging partnerships throughout the property (Gaming, Hotel, Food & Beverage, etc.) to maximize smooth, high end service delivery.
• Establishes, coordinates, and leads both on and off-property VIP events.
• Handles difficult guests and situations in a calm, professional and prudent manner.
• Fully complies with all applicable rules, regulations, laws and policies, and conducts themselves with highest levels of integrity and honesty.
• Responds to and consistently meets the needs of internal clients.
• Supports and cultivates new ideas and methods to deliver business solutions.
• Identifies ways to increase efficiencies or improve product or service.
• Clearly communicates programs/services to necessary people, seeks their support and keeps them informed of changes that may impact the business.
• Keeps track of existing products/services and/or progress on new initiatives.
• Stay up to date with the latest developments in the industry, current market trends and all on-property and competitor events.
• Develop skills to handle increasingly complex matters.
• Comply with and uphold company expectations including policies, procedures, industry regulations, department goals and business strategy.
• Politely gives consistent, timely and accurate information and find answers when unsure.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Must be able to obtain and retain a gaming license.
• College Degree preferred, or 3-5 years prior experience in a casino, hotel, guest service, host or other account management experience in the gaming industry. Salesforce knowledge preferred but not required.
• Ability to think independently in making decisions to maximize customer service experience and program profitability
• Ability to effectively manage time and perform multiple tasks simultaneously
• Must be proficient with customer Point-of-Service systems
• Excellent interpersonal communication, problem solving and analytical skills required
• Must have excellent customer service skills
• Must have a systematic and process-oriented mindset to ensure seamless end-to-end customer experiences
• Excellent networking abilities
• Confidentiality is a must.
• Ability to lift, carry and manipulate supplies weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Requires bending and/or reaching from floor level to approximately 6 feet in height.
• Requires normal vision and hearing range, eye/hand coordination and ability to distinguish letters and symbols, proficient with working regular office equipment (computer, telephone, radio, and copy machine); excellent customer service skills and have a professional demeanor.
• Must present a well-groomed professional appearance
• Must be able to listen and respond to visual and aural cues
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills
• Must be able to stand/walk/sit for extended period of time.
• Must be able to work flexible shifts.
• Must present a well-groomed professional appearance
• Must be able to listen and respond to visual and aural cues
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills

Salary Range: $60,000 - $65,000 annually (Depending on experience)

Benefits: Full Time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Education Assistance, Team Member Discounts; Incentive Bonus Program.