Guest Service Agent

lottenypalacejobs; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Front Desk Agent role at our Chicago property handles registration, check-in and check-out, and assists with room sales while delivering an elevated guest experience.

You will answer phones, manage night audits, coordinate with the valet, and collaborate with other departments to fulfill guest requests with a calm, friendly demeanor.

A high school diploma is required; a college degree would be a bonus. Opera/Opera Cloud experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Impeccable grooming and presentation.
• Ability to remain calm and composed in high-pressure situations.
• High school diploma or qualification; college/university degree would be a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Register guests at check-in and check-out, and assist with room assignments.
• Answer phones and handle overnight guest inquiries.
• Coordinate with valet and other departments to fulfill guest requests.
• Handle cash and credit transactions and perform night audit tasks if required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Grooming & presentation

Calm under pressure

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College degree (bonus)

Tools

Opera/Opera Cloud

Job description

• Reporting to the Front Office Manager, the Front Desk Agent is responsible for all registration desk responsibilities including check in and check out. The Front Desk Agent will assist with the sales and assignment of rooms. The Front Desk Agent will also assist with the delivery of an elevated guest experience.

Responsibilities to include some and/or all the following:

• Answering phones and dealing with overnight guest inquiries
• Running night audit property management systems or manual equivalents
• Be the warm welcome that kicks off a memorable guest experience.
• Previous experience with Opera/Opera Cloud preferred.
• Must have excellent communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Possess a gracious, friendly, and fun demeanor.
• Ability to multitask, work in a fast-paced environment and have a high-level attention to detail.
• Review arrivals and departures reports thoroughly to effectively engage with all guests.
• Complete checklist during your shift and notify the Manager of any discrepancies or challenges.
• Communicate effectively with other departments to promptly meet guest requests and preferences.
• Coordinate with the valet parking team to ensure efficient and organized handling of guest vehicles.
• Ability to work independently and to partner with others to promote an environment of teamwork.
• Results oriented with the ability to be flexible and work well under pressure.
• Handle cash and credit transactions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with strong written and verbal communication abilities
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Requirements

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Fluency in the local language - extra language skills would be great, but not essential
• Impeccable grooming and presentation
• Ability to remain calm and composed in high-pressure situations
• High school diploma or qualification. A college or university degree would be a bonus, but not essential.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule: weekends, holidays, AM, PM, overnight and overtime when needed.

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