Front Desk Receptionist

Four Seasons; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

401(k) Matching

Discounts & Travel Programs

Dry Cleaning for Uniforms

Job summary

Four Seasons Hotel Chicago is seeking a Front Desk Receptionist to warmly welcome guests and deliver an exceptional experience from check-in to departure.

You will respond to guest inquiries, offer recommendations, and uphold Four Seasons standards with professionalism and courtesy.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in a luxury hotel or similar environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Guest-centric mindset and ability to anticipate guest needs.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and assist with check-in and check-out.
• Respond to guest inquiries and coordinate services.
• Handle guest requests with hospitality and professionalism.
• Resolve guest issues and personalize service.

Skills

Guest service

Interpersonal skills

Cross-cultural sensitivity

Communication skills

Job description

About Four Seasons

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

About Four Seasons

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location

Our property is a vibrant hub of culture, style and energy and includes our newly transformed restaurant which embodies iconic luxury boldly reimagined to capture the essence of Chicago through inspired food, drink, art and music. Four Seasons Hotel Chicago is honored to be ranked as one of Conde Nast Traveler Reader's Choice Top 50 Hotels in the World. We offer 345 elegant guest rooms and suites: and a luxury spa. We are located steps away from the famed Magnificent Mile, glamorous North Michigan Avenue shopping and minutes from the city’s business and financial center. Adorn Restaurant features globally inspired cuisine starring the bounty of the Midwest. Adorn Bar showcases craft cocktails and a wine list that sparks conversation, all with a lively, convivial vibe beckoning to be discovered.

About The Role

The Front Desk Receptionist welcomes guests to the property, providing an exceptional guest experience at check-in, during the guest’s stay and on departure. This role works to achieve the highest level of guest satisfaction during their arrival and departure, plus responding to a wide variety of guest requests, assessing guest needs, adding personal recommendations, and aligning with Four Seasons service standards.

What You Will Do

• Handles all guest interactions with the highest level of hospitality and professionalism, accommodating special requests whenever possible
• Assists guests in all inquiries in connection with hotel services, hours of operations, key hotel personnel, in-house events, directions, etc.
• Responds to all guest requests in an accurate and timely manner. Interactions with guest will be in person and by phone;
• Resolves guest complaints, and find opportunities to recognize and personalize the service
• experience for all guests

What You Bring

• One + years experience working within a luxury hotel or similar environment is considered an asset
• Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills
• Cross cultural sensitivity, and customer service orientation
• Guest centricity and understanding the importance of guest’s preferences.

What We Offer

• Compensation: $24.36 - $25.86 per hour
• Energizing Employee Culture where you are encouraged to be your true self!
• Comprehensive learning and development programs to help you elevate your craft.
• Competitive wages and benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision and Retirement Plan) as well as Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
• 401(k) Retirement Plan including Employer Matching Program
• Inclusive and diverse employee engagement & recognition events all year-round.
• Exclusive discount and travel programs with Four Seasons
• Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniforms & Employee Meals
• And so much more!

Schedule & Hours

• Full Time
• Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Candidates must have valid work authorization for the U.S.

Please note that due to the large number of responses we receive, only candidates being considered for the above position will be contacted for an interview.

Learn more about Four Seasons Hotel Chicago and Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts by visiting us below:

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/four-seasons-hotels-and-resorts/jobs/

Learn More About Who We Are: We Are Four Seasons

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Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of our award-winning team, while developing your career with the world’s leading luxury hotel company! We look forward to receiving your application!

Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To access the 'EEOC is The Law' Information poster please visit this website - https://www.eeoc.gov/know-your-rights-workplace-discrimination-illegal