Guest Service Representative

The Kinley Cincinnati

Cincinnati (OH)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 40,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health, Wellness, and Care benefits

Flexible Spending Account

401(k) and matching

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A leading hospitality company is seeking a Guest Services / Front Desk Representative in Cincinnati, Ohio. This role involves delivering exceptional customer service, managing guest accounts, and performing clerical duties. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication and organizational skills. The position offers several employee benefits, including paid time off, health programs, and 401(k) matching. Apply to be part of a dynamic team committed to providing outstanding guest experiences.

Qualifications

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must be organized and work well with others.
Ability to maintain a clean work area
Able to perform physically demanding tasks.
Must adhere to security protocols.
Demonstrated ability to provide high-level customer service.

Responsibilities

Deliver outstanding customer service to every guest.
Perform clerical duties, including basic computer work.
Check guest accounts daily and follow up as needed.
Ensure proper communication with housekeeping for room availability.
Sell and up-sell rooms to guests.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Confidentiality

Organizational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork

Flexibility

Job description

Guest Services / Front Desk Representative (Full or Part Time)

Our Culture:

We are a highly entrepreneurial company limited only by our imagination. Diversity and teamwork are major aspects of our culture. Our property associates are a highly team-focused group bringing out the uniqueness of each associate to provide great products and services. Success comes to those who continuously seek opportunities to learn and pass on new knowledge. We always strive to be better, never bored, and never complacent. Our teams thrive on hard work, inclusivity, and producing outstanding experiences. We endeavor to make our fellow associates feel comfortable and entrepreneurial so that they can engage unhindered. Finally, giving back to the community is also vital to our culture. Our properties live by the philosophy that they are an important part of their communities and look for ways to partner in the local community to make a difference.

Job Description:

Guest Service Representative consistently delivers outstanding customer service to each guest every time ensuring that the highest standards are upheld and guest expectations are exceeded through the check-in/check-out process, in person throughout their stay and in telephone communications. Guest Service Representatives respond to guest’s requests with a sense of urgency and concern. Guest Service Representative is the communication and information center for guests, fellow employees, vendors, and other outside business representatives. They perform a variety of clerical duties including basic computer work, reception and simple accounting tasks. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards. The person in this position must be able to roll their sleeves up and assist our teams when needed, living our “ONE TEAM. ONE VISION.” philosophy. This person must also provide innovative ways that align with our mission to be the best, most respected hotel company in America.

The job is simple:

Complete all required training
Adhere to all standard operating procedures and property specific brand standards
Perform any other duties as requested by management to aid in better operation of the hotel and service to the guests
Provide personalized, friendly service to every guest and associate
Have knowledge of all hotel systems including PBX phone system, key card system, PMS reservation systems, and general office machines
Complete all tasks described on the relevant shift check list during shift
Have knowledge of fire alarm system and Emergency/evacuation procedures
Check the credit of guest accounts daily and follow up if action is required
Have knowledge of surrounding area
Be responsible for security of guests, fellow employees, and hotel assets
Keep cash drawer secure and in balance throughout the shift
Communicate with housekeeping department in order to ensure an ample supply of clean rooms
Sell and up-sell rooms to walk-ins and phone reservations
Have general knowledge of housekeeping, bed making, vacuuming, etc.
Strive for the consistent goal of 100% occupancy and 100% guest satisfaction
Have professional telephone & communication skills
Have patience and understanding for every person encountered

Necessary Skills:

Keep confidential the business functions of the company including, but not limited to, financial status, customer/guest information, employee issues, etc.
Must be responsible for security of guests, fellow employees and hotel assets
Have knowledge of fire alarm system and evacuation procedures
Able to report to scheduled shifts
Able to communicate effectively in writing, by telephone and in person.
Able to work a flexible schedule
Is organized, honest, and works well with others
Maintain a clean and attractive work area, uniform, and person Has the highest degree of integrity and is humble, living by the Golden Rule
Able to work with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds
Values of dedication, innovation, showing respect, being driven by excellence, being community-focused, and having a spirit of service.
Be able to bend, reach, kneel, push, and stretch and lift and/or carry up to 25 pounds
Can perform work for 8 hours and work in a restrictive space/environment.
Must have eyesight enabling vision both near and far
Must be able to use/lift arms for up to 8 hours
Must be able to handle and work well under pressure
Have finger dexterity for operating equipment such as computers
Able to understand operating of computer PMS systems and functions with minimal supervision and recall task to preform needed guest functions
Must speak in a clear, understandable voice, hear at a basic level, and understand English

Vision Hospitality Group is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Vision Hospitality Group celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment and a sense of belonging for all associates. We do not discriminate and believe everybody should be proud of who they are, represent their culture and heritage, and live by the Golden Rule.

Vision Hospitality Group LLC, offers the following benefits: