Guest Services Representative

Hotel Equities; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation & Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Hotel Equities is seeking a friendly Guest Services Representative to join our team in a frontline role at the hotel front desk. You will deliver welcoming, efficient service during guest arrival, stay, and departure, handling reservations, payments, information requests, and service recovery with professionalism.

The position supports hotel operations and cross-department communication, promoting hotel services and maintaining a positive guest experience while following procedures and shift

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous hotel/front desk or guest service experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer and cash-handling skills.
• Ability to remain professional while resolving guest concerns.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests and provide friendly, professional service throughout their stay.
• Process arrivals, departures, reservations, payments, and guest requests accurately.
• Respond promptly to questions, concerns, and special requests.
• Resolve routine guest issues and elevate concerns to management when appropriate.
• Maintain accurate guest information, records, and shift documentation.
• Communicate effectively with housekeeping, maintenance, sales, and other hotel departments.
• Promote hotel services, amenities, and relevant guest opportunities.
• Follow cash-handling, security, privacy, and hotel operating procedures.
• Monitor the lobby and front desk area to maintain a welcoming and organized environment.
• Complete assigned shift responsibilities and maintain effective communication during handoffs.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Cash handling

Basic computer skills

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

PMS

POS systems

MS Office

Job description

Pay Range

USD $16.00 - USD $16.00 /Hr.

Job Description

Hotel Equities, a multi-award-winning hotel development and hospitality management company, is seeking a friendly, service-oriented Guest Services Representative to join our team.

If you're passionate about hospitality, take pride in your work, and enjoy creating positive experiences for guests and associates, we'd love to meet you. As Guest Services Representative, you'll play an important role in supporting hotel operations, delivering exceptional service, and helping our team achieve its operational and business goals.

Job Purpose

The Front Office position is responsible for delivering welcoming, efficient, and professional service throughout the guest arrival, stay, and departure experience. This position assists guests with requests, reservations, payments, information, and service recovery while supporting smooth daily hotel operations.

What You'll Do

• Welcome guests and provide friendly, professional service throughout their stay.
• Process arrivals, departures, reservations, payments, and guest requests accurately.
• Respond promptly to questions, concerns, and special requests.
• Resolve routine guest issues and elevate concerns to management when appropriate.
• Maintain accurate guest information, records, and shift documentation.
• Communicate effectively with housekeeping, maintenance, sales, and other hotel departments.
• Promote hotel services, amenities, and relevant guest opportunities.
• Follow cash-handling, security, privacy, and hotel operating procedures.
• Monitor the lobby and front desk area to maintain a welcoming and organized environment.
• Complete assigned shift responsibilities and maintain effective communication during handoffs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous hotel, front desk, customer service, or related experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer and cash-handling skills.
• Ability to remain professional and composed while resolving guest concerns.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed.

What We're Looking For

• A warm, welcoming professional who genuinely enjoys helping guests.
• An organized and detail-oriented team member.
• A calm problem-solver who can handle multiple priorities.
• Someone who demonstrates professionalism, reliability, and a service-first mindset.

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to:

• Stand and walk for extended periods and move throughout the front office area.
• Sit, bend, reach, and lift as needed to complete job duties.
• Occasionally lift and carry supplies or equipment up to 25 pounds.
• Use computers, phones, tablets, and standard office equipment for extended periods.

Technology & Systems

Experience with the following is preferred:

• Property Management Systems (PMS)
• Point-of-Sale (POS) systems
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Hotel guest-service and communication platforms

Amazing Benefits At A Glance

• Team-Driven and Values-Based Culture
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time & Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career Growth Opportunities & Leadership Development Programs
• Reduced Hotel Rates Throughout Our Portfolio
• Employee Referral Program
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Exclusive Third-Party Discounts (Shopping, Travel, Entertainment & More)

Why Hotel Equities?

At Hotel Equities, we believe hospitality begins with people. Our award-winning culture is built on integrity, accountability, service, and leadership. We empower our associates to grow professionally while delivering exceptional experiences for our guests and outstanding results for our owners.

Whether you're beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of industry experience, you'll find opportunities to grow your career with one of the hospitality industry's most respected management companies.

Hotel Equities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where every associate is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed.

Apply with confidence. Transparency matters, which is why Hotel Equities is committed to 100% wage transparency for all open positions. Explore opportunities across our diverse portfolio and discover where your hospitality career can grow with us.

Please note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with this position. Responsibilities may evolve based on business needs.