Guest Service Representative

Parable Hospitality; Shell Beach (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Team events & volunteering

Job summary

Spyglass Inn in Pismo Beach seeks a friendly Guest Service Representative to welcome guests and keep front desk operations running smoothly. You'll handle check-ins/outs, process payments, answer questions, and provide recommendations about local attractions.

Strong communication, accuracy, and a genuine hospitality mindset are essential for creating memorable guest experiences. This role offers a dynamic, fast-paced environment with weekend/evening shifts and opportunities to contribute to a

Qualifications

• 1+ year of customer service or related experience preferred.
• Previous hotel front desk experience is a plus, but not required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 20 lbs.
• Flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, holidays.

Responsibilities

• Welcome arriving guests and provide a friendly, efficient check-in experience.
• Process guest departures, close accounts, and ensure charges are accurate.
• Handle cash, credit transactions, receipts, and guest accounts according to hotel procedures.
• Answer guest questions and provide knowledgeable recommendations about the hotel and surrounding area.
• Accept and manage reservations by phone and in person, accurately communicating rates, availability, and hotel information.
• Use suggestive selling techniques to create value and identify opportunities to enhance the guest experience.
• Stay informed about hotel amenities, in-house activities, and local events so you can confidently assist guests.
• Answer incoming calls, assist with outgoing calls, and manage wake-up call requests.
• Receive, sort, and distribute guest mail, messages, and other communications.
• Maintain accurate front desk logs and communication tools to keep the team informed.
• Communicate effectively with guests and fellow team members across departments.
• Assist other hotel teams as needed to support the overall guest experience.
• Maintain a professional, positive, and courteous presence throughout every guest interaction.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Flexible schedule

Cash register

POS system

Tools

Cash register

POS system

Job description

ABOUT THE PROPERTY

Perched along the bluffs of Pismo Beach, Spyglass Inn is a relaxed coastal retreat offering beautiful Pacific Ocean views and easy access to the Central Coast. The 82-room hotel features ocean-view accommodations, select rooms with private balconies, patios, and fireplaces, along with a heated outdoor pool and spa, ocean-view lawn areas, and fire pits overlooking the water. Just off Highway 1 and minutes from Shell Beach, Avila Beach, and downtown Pismo Beach, Spyglass Inn offers a comfortable home base for exploring the coast, local attractions, and nearby wine country.

THE ROLE

As a Guest Service Representative, you'll be one of the first faces our guests see and an important part of their overall hotel experience. You'll create a warm welcome, help guests throughout their stay, and keep front desk operations running smoothly with professionalism, accuracy, and genuine hospitality. You will:

• Welcome arriving guests and provide a friendly, efficient check-in experience
• Process guest departures, close accounts, and ensure charges are accurate
• Handle cash, credit transactions, receipts, and guest accounts according to hotel procedures
• Answer guest questions and provide knowledgeable recommendations about the hotel and surrounding area
• Accept and manage reservations by phone and in person, accurately communicating rates, availability, and hotel information
• Use suggestive selling techniques to create value and identify opportunities to enhance the guest experience
• Stay informed about hotel amenities, in-house activities, and local events so you can confidently assist guests
• Answer incoming calls, assist with outgoing calls, and manage wake-up call requests
• Receive, sort, and distribute guest mail, messages, and other communications
• Maintain accurate front desk logs and communication tools to keep the team informed
• Communicate effectively with guests and fellow team members across departments
• Assist other hotel teams as needed to support the overall guest experience
• Maintain a professional, positive, and courteous presence throughout every guest interaction

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

Success means guests feel welcomed, cared for, and confident that they’re in good hands. You’ll keep the front desk organized and running efficiently while handling each interaction with warmth and professionalism. You’ll be someone guests can rely on for answers, solutions, and a great first impression—and someone your team can count on to follow through.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• 1+ year of customer service or related experience preferred
• Previous hotel front desk experience is a plus, but not required
• Genuine passion for creating memorable guest experiences
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Friendly, professional, and confident when interacting with guests
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to prioritize, stay organized, and make good judgments in a fast-paced environment
• Comfortable handling cash, credit transactions, and basic accounting procedures
• Basic computer, typing, and cash register skills
• Dependable and willing to support the team wherever needed
• Ability to stand for extended periods and frequently walk, bend, stoop, reach, lift, and carry up to 20 lbs.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, evenings, and holidays

WHAT WE OFFER

• 401(k)
• Opportunities to connect, give back, and build community through team events & volunteering.