Guest Services Agent

Nomada Hotel Group; California; On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

River Lodge Paso is seeking a Guest Services Agent in Paso Robles, CA. The role handles check-in/out, guest communications, and front desk duties with a focus on a warm, personable guest experience.

The position requires excellent customer service, English communication, and the ability to use POS and PMS systems. Pay range is $17.00–$19.00 hourly, with part-time hours and a friendly, профессиональная team environment.

Qualifications

• Previous applicable experience in a hotel is preferred.
• Valid Food Handler Card or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment.
• Valid Responsible Beverage Server certification or the ability to obtain one within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Check in and check out guests following confidentiality, billing and communications procedures.
• Follow training manuals, checklists and SOPs.
• Describe the hotel, room types and on-site amenities to guests.
• Manage in person guest communications and phone calls professionally.
• Ensure lobby, lounge and front desk areas are clean and tidy.
• Utilize systems to prepare guests for notations and actions followed.
• Promote sales of rooms, upgrades and packages to guests.
• Professional correspondence by email, text and shift pass along emails.
• Room checks and minibar restocking.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

English communication

Job description

# Guest Services AgentRiver Lodge - Paso Robles, CA 93446## OverviewSalary Range$17.00 - $19.00 HourlyPosition TypePart Time## DescriptionThe Guest Services Agent at River Lodge Paso is the first and often the final impression of the experience, but also an instrumental and responsive team member throughout the guest’s stay. Agents complete various basic administrative duties, but the primary focus is ensuring guest satisfaction is maximized. The Guest Services Agent ensures brand standards of hotel service and guest experience.Responsibilities and Duties* Check in and check out guests following procedures for confidentiality, billing and proper guest communications* Follow training manuals, checklists and other written SOPs* Describe the hotel, the room types and on-site amenities* Manage in person guest communications and phone calls in a professional and timely manner* Ensure all guest-facing areas and surfaces are clean and tidy. This pertains to the lobby, lounge and front desk* Utilize systems to ensure every guest is prepared for, with any notations and actions followed* Check in every guest to the SOP of the property, while maintaining a unique and personable experience.* Check out every guest with accuracy on folios with a fond farewell communication* Follow SOPs in all lost & found items, as well as possible mailing information* Look for possible maintenance needs before the guest is aware in both rooms and common areas* Communicate urgent maintenance to management and always use the pass along for record* To promote sales of rooms, upgrades and packages to all possible guests effectively to enhance their experience* Communicate with management any low quantities of items for retail, mini bar or office supplies* Professional correspondence by email, text and shift pass along emails* Foresee operational deficiencies, potential problems and communicate possible solutions to your supervisor.* Work productively and develop professionally throughout shifts* Room checks and mini bar restocking.* Set up and service the continental breakfast area* Other duties may be asked of this position by management occasionallyPhysical Requirements* Frequent standing and walking throughout the shift, including moving between the front desk, lobby and other guest areas.* Ability to navigate the property, which may include uneven surfaces, or outdoor areas* Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling of items up to approximately 20-25 pounds (e.g. packages, supplies, guest items).* Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate computers, telephones, key systems and office equipment.* Ability to read screens, printed materials and reservation details; close and distance vision required.* Occasional reaching, bending, stooping, or crouching to access materials, assist guests or lightly clean* Ability to to sit for prolonged periods at the front desk* Ability to work indoors and outdoors, potentially in varying weather conditions and temperatures## QualificationsQualifications* Previous applicable experience in a hotel is preferred* Must have a valid Food Handler Card or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment; River Lodge covers the expense* Must have a valid Responsible Beverage Server certification or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of employment; River Lodge covers the expense* Strong customer service and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with guests and team members* Strong listening and oral communication skills* Basic math skills and the ability to process payments, and operate a point-of-sale system (POS) and property management system (PMS)* Ability to communicate effectively in English; additional languages are a plus* Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on business needsThe posted pay range represents the compensation River Lodge Paso reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of posting. Starting pay will be determined based on relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and other legitimate, non-discriminatory business factors, and will fall within the posted pay range.River Lodge Paso provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age (40 and over), disability (mental & physical), sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.