Guest Service Representative

Brandt Hospitality Group; Fargo, Northern (ND, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO with immediate accrual

Access 50% of wages prior to payday

Hotel Discounts Worldwide

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Basic Life/AD&D Insurance

401(k) with immediate match

Double Time for Holidays Worked

Health Savings Account

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Brandt Hospitality Group is seeking a Guest Service Representative to be the first and last impression for guests at our Fargo location. This part-time role includes 7am-3pm or 3pm-11pm shifts, handling check-ins, check-outs, reservations, calls, and market transactions with a focus on hospitality excellence.

The ideal candidate thrives in a guest-centric environment, communicates effectively in English, and can manage cash and records accurately.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of front desk operations and procedures, guest services and hotel services.
• Able to use MS Office and brand operating systems (OPERA).
• Demonstrate genuine care for customers and employees.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome guests in a unique and personable way upon arrival.
• Book guest hotel reservations.
• Register guests, verify reservations and payment information.
• Answer calls and route messages with accuracy.
• Promote the brand loyalty program and benefits.
• Anticipate guests' needs and respond promptly and politely.
• Resolve guest complaints or escalate to management as needed.
• Handle cash drawer contents and transactions during shift.
• Maintain records including cash flows, registration cards and reservation cards.
• Process market and retail transactions for guests.
• Provide information on hotel facilities and local attractions.
• Maintain inventory levels and restock as necessary.

Skills

Front desk operations

Guest services

Customer care

Fast-paced environment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

OPERA

Job description

As Guest Service Representative, you are the first and last impression on our guests. You are responsible for check-in, check-out, front desk operations, market sales and all other guest interactions. You strive to exceed established standards at every opportunity and take pride in the overall look and feel of the front desk, lobby, and surrounding areas. If you are friendly, personable, and have a talent for connecting with individuals from all walks of life, this may be just the job for you! We are currently looking for a part-time 7am-3pm or a part-time 3pm-11pm employee.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure every guest is greeted and welcomed in a unique and personable way upon arrival.
• Book guest hotel reservations.
• Register guests to the hotel, verifying reservation, personal information and securing payment information.
• Answer and route calls as appropriate; take guest messages with accuracy.
• Promote the brand loyalty program and provide recognition and benefits to all present members.
• Anticipate guests’ needs and respond timely, efficiently, appropriately and in a friendly manner.
• Assist in resolving guest complaints regarding service and/or accommodations, whether handling on own, or elevating to managerial level.
• Responsible for cash drawer contents and transactions during shift.
• Maintain accurate records including cash flows, registration cards, reservation cards, and property walks.
• Process all market and retail transactions for the guests.
• Assist in handling mail and other electronic communication and provide guests with information regarding hotel facilities and local attractions.
• Maintain appropriate market inventory levels, restocking when necessary.
• Handle confidential information, including guest records, with a high degree of integrity.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Graduate or GED required.
• Knowledge of front desk operations and procedures, guest services and hotel services.
• Proficiently speak, read, write, and comprehend the English language. Ability to speak other languages in a multicultural work environment can be extremely helpful in facilitating good communication among all hotel team members and guests.
• Able to work independently and desire to participate as part of a team.
• Possess proficient computer skills including proficient knowledge of MS Office products, knowledge of brand operating systems preferred (OPERA).
• Able to use tact and understanding when dealing with a variety of customer service problems, including stressful and highly emotional situations.
• Possess high school graduate level mathematical aptitude, know standard cash handling procedures and knowledge of computerized cash register systems.
• Demonstrate genuine care for customers and employees.
• Comfortable conversing with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and at all organizational levels.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.

BENEFITS

• PTO with immediate accrual
• Access 50% of your wages prior to payday
• Discount program for car rentals, travel, entertainment, etc.
• Hotel Discounts Worldwide
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Basic Life/AD&D and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Voluntary Options – Critical Illness/Accident/Hospital Indemnity/Short Term Disability/Legal
• Employer Sponsored Long-Term Disability Coverage
• 401(k) with immediate match
• Double Time for Holidays Worked
• Health Savings Account
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Dependent Care FSA