Expeditor, Guest Services (Internship)

Fairmont Waterfront; Hawaii; Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/vision/drug benefits

Group life and accidental insurance

401(k) with employer match

Holiday and vacation days

Restaurant discounts

Store discounts

Travel program with Accor discounts

Complimentary meals

Job summary

Fairmont Orchid on Hawai'i Island offers a 3 to 5 week internship for an Expeditor to deliver a superior arrival and departure experience. You will interact with guests daily, providing courteous service and creating a welcoming atmosphere in a luxury resort setting.

You will greet guests with the aloha spirit, assist with luggage, valet and activities, and support shuttle and group transport while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety.

Qualifications

• Excellent reading, writing and oral proficiency in English.
• Ability to speak other languages is an advantage.
• Ability to work cohesively and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Detail oriented and service oriented.

Responsibilities

• Assist with guest arrivals and departures, coordinating luggage and valet requests.
• Greet guests with the aloha spirit and provide a courteous welcome.
• Support with guest programs (bike, golf clubs) and waivers processing.
• Manage baggage storage and claim tickets; assist with group transportation.

Skills

Guest focus

English proficiency

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Job description

Explore limitless possibilities, dreams and adventures on Hawai'i Island as you blaze a trail for a rewarding career in hospitality. Embrace our passion for Hawai'i’s heritage, culture and traditions with amazing career opportunities that await you in paradise. Journey into a luxury oasis where the aloha spirit comes alive.

Fairmont Orchid is an award-winning luxury resort located on the majestic Kohala Coast of Hawai'i Island. Immerse yourself in an authentic Hawaiian experience, surrounded by 32 oceanfront acres of lush tropical gardens, cascading waterfalls and a tranquil white sand beach and lagoon. Hawai'i’s warmth and serenity are reflected throughout the design of our family-friendly hotel accommodations with spacious guest rooms, suites and the exclusive Fairmont Gold concierge floor.

Resort amenities include our Spa Without Walls, a 10,000-square-foot oceanfront pool, cultural activities, onsite restaurants, access to world-class golf, a 24/7 fitness center and a 10-court tennis pavilion. Inspired by culture, well-being and genuine aloha, Fairmont Orchid welcomes you to experience authentic Hawai'i.

What is in it for you:

*benefit available for fulltime or part time employees while being a part of the Fairmont Orchid 'Ohana

• Preferred provider medical/drug/vision benefits starting at competitive prices for employees*
• We put you first & value you with employer paid coverage for group life and accidental insurance coverage ($7,500) + Coverage is available for your 'ohana!*
• We believe that hospitality has the power to unlock a better tomorrow with our 401(k)/retirement saving plan & matching program.
• Don't just live in the moment – own your moment with 11 paid holiday/personal days per year + 10 days of paid vacation that begin accruing immediately*
• We go the extra mile by offering 50% discounts at hotel restaurants, 30% discount on retail items at our Fairmont Store & 30% discount of services offered in our Spa Without Walls.
• We are globetrotters taking advantage of our Travel Program with employee discounts at Accor properties + Friends & Family rates (5,000+ hotels worldwide)*
• Complimentary meals in our employee dining facility

Job Description

Experience a 3 week - 5 week internship in a luxury resort environment. As an Expeditor you will act as an ambassador of our hotel for all guests by delivering a superior arrival and departure experience. Interact with guests and colleagues on a daily basis, providing courteous and efficient service creating a feeling of welcome. Exceeding guest expectations is the primary responsibility all the while operating within guidelines and procedures established by Fairmont Hotels & Resorts.

What you will be doing:

• Assist with the coordination of a guests' stay with luggage, valet and other guests requests
• Ensure every guest is greeted and acknowledged with the aloha spirit
• Assist with the hotel's bike and golf club programs. Ensure that proper waivers are signed and equipment is returned in the same condition
• Control bell storage area; receive and issue claim tickets for baggage to be stored. Retrieve luggage when claim tickets are presented
• Assist with group transportation and luggage movements
• Support expeditors and shuttle service when needed
• Provide unique experiences to all of our guests through warm, personal & detailed service in a luxury, upscale and fast paced environment.
• Ensure a positive first impression of the resort for our guests through detailed cleanliness, set-up and ambiance control.
• Try to remember individual’s names and their preferences to extend a personalized service
• Assist other rooms division departments with their operations during peak times or when required
• Apply necessary precautions with regards to the hotel safety and hygiene standards (HACCP)
• Be well versed in hotel fire & life safety/emergency procedures
• Maintain a high standard of personal appearance and hygiene at all times
• Perform other reasonable duties assigned by the Management of the Hotel

Qualifications

Your experience and skills include:

• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times
• Excellent reading, writing and oral proficiency in English language
• Ability to speak other languages and basic understanding of local languages will be an advantage
• Ability to work cohesively and collaboratively as part of a team
• Detailed & service oriented with an eye for detail to be self-motivated and energetic.

Additional Information

Hourly Rate:$25.50

Visa Requirements: Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining U.S. work authorization.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Why work for Accor?

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We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor's limitless possibilities.

By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/

About Fairmont Hotels & Resorts:

At Fairmont Hotels & Resorts we offer our guests the finest hospitality experience in each of our destinations. And we know that, to offer our guests the best, we first need to offer our employees the best. That's why you'll find exceptional work opportunities - throughout North America and the Caribbean, Europe and Africa, the Middle East and Asia Pacific - as well as industry leading training, career development, recognition and rewards. Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is a celebrated collection of hotel that includes landmark locations like London's The Savoy, New York's The Plaza, and Shanghai's Fairmont Peace Hotel. Our teams are guided by values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork and Empowerment; we employ the highest ethical and quality standards, treating all colleague with fairness & dignity. A community and environmental leader, Fairmont is also regarded for its responsible tourism practices and award - winning Green Partnership Program. An exciting future awaits!

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