Guest Service Agent

Plazahotelelpaso; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

HHM Hotels in Chicago is seeking a Guest Service Agent to greet guests, check them in and out, and ensure a top-notch experience aligned with our sustainability standards. You will handle reservations, payments, and guest requests with care.

Join a team focused on guest satisfaction, safety, and smooth operations across the Front Office. This role requires flexible shifts and a commitment to delivering exceptional service.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous customer service experience or equivalent training required.
• Knowledge of PMS systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and assist with their needs.
• Register guests and assign rooms.
• Handle payments, verify credit, and balance accounts.
• Make and confirm reservations.
• Respond to guest requests promptly.
• Resolve guest complaints or escalate to supervisor.
• Secure valuables in hotel safe when needed.
• Assist in breakfast area or with luggage during peak times.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness according to standards.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

PMS systems

Job description

Opportunity: Guest Service Agent

Greet, register and service guests in a friendly and courteous manner according to hotel/brand and sustainability standards.

Your Growth Path

Front Desk Supervisor or Sales Coordinator - Front Office Manager or Sales Manager

Your Focus

• Immediately greet guests and offer to assist with their needs.
• Register and assign guests to hotel rooms.
• Establish methods of payment and verify credit.
• Make and confirm reservations.
• Compute bills, collect payments, and make change for guests.
• Transmit and receive messages, using telephones or the PMS system.
• Respond to guest requests in a timely manner.
• Receive and resolve guest complaints, elevating to supervisor if necessary.
• Secure guests' valuables in hotel safe or safe-deposit boxes, if not available in guest rooms.
• Perform bookkeeping activities, such as balancing accounts and conducting audits.
• Be aware of guest satisfaction scores and work toward increasing departmental and overall guest satisfaction.
• Follow sustainability guidelines and practices related to HHM's EarthView program.
• Practice safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment and follow MSDS and OSHA standards.
• Assist in the breakfast area or assist guests with luggage when staffing assistance is required or during peak periods.
• Ensure overall guest satisfaction.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

Your Background and Skill

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous customer service experience or equivalent training required.
• Knowledge of PMS systems preferred.

Work Environment and Context

• Work schedule varies and may include working on holidays, weekends and alternate shifts.
• Requires standing for extended periods, walking, pushing, lifting up to 25 pounds, bending and reaching; stooping, kneeling, or crouching.

What We Believe

People Are Our Capability - Hearts That Serve - Only Excellence - Stay Nimble - Own It

Source: HHM Hotels