Hotel Guest Services Representative FT

Cherokee Nation Entertainment; Mississippi; On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherokee Nation Entertainment's Gold Strike Casino in Tunica, MS is hiring a Guest Services Representative to assign rooms based on guest requests and preferences, ensuring smooth check-ins and customer satisfaction.

The role emphasizes accurate room blocks, effective communication with front desk and housekeeping, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Previous hospitality experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) year of customer service experience, preferably working in a similar hotel setting.

Responsibilities

• Assign rooms according to guest requests and preferences whenever possible.
• Pre-assign, pre-key and prepare all guest packets for designated arrivals.
• Review/track/accommodate requests for changes and communicate to appropriate staff.
• Follow up with guests to ensure their requests or problems have been met to their satisfaction.
• Identify and resolve any over-commitments by room type.
• Balance room inventory in advance.
• Review out-of-order rooms for accurate return dates; report any room maintenance problems to management, housekeeping, and/or engineering.
• Assist front desk staff with the proper room assignments. Ensure hotel rooms are being blocked to allow for revenue maximization.
• Run all daily reports required to complete duties including group arrivals/departures, housekeeping briefs, trace reports, etc.
• Balance clerk/cashier postings, cash, and credit transactions daily.
• Perform other job-related duties as requested.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Customer service

English fluency

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Opera PMS

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

As a Guest Services Representative, you will assign rooms according to guest requests and preferences whenever possible.

Job Summary

As a Guest Services Representative, you will assign rooms according to guest requests and preferences whenever possible.

Position Status: Full-Time

Location: Gold Strike Casino - Tunica, MS

Responsibilities

• Assign rooms according to guest requests and preferences whenever possible.
• Pre-assign, pre-key and prepare all guest packets for designated arrivals.
• Review/track/accommodate requests for changes and communicate to appropriate staff.
• Follow up with guests to ensure their requests or problems have been met to their satisfaction.
• Identify and resolve any over-commitments by room type.
• Balance room inventory in advance.
• Review out-of-order rooms for accurate return dates; report any room maintenance problems to management, housekeeping, and/or engineering.
• Assist front desk staff with the proper room assignments. Ensure hotel rooms are being blocked to allow for revenue maximization.
• Run all daily reports that are required to complete necessary job duties including but not limited to group arrivals and departures, housekeeping briefs, trace reports, etc.
• Balance clerk/cashier postings, cash, and credit transactions daily.
• Perform other job-related duties as requested.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One (1) year of customer service experience, preferably working in a similar hotel setting.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to quickly think strategically and analytically to increase efficiencies; ability to cognitively recognize patterns and trends and communicate effectively.
• Advanced knowledge of Opera, group blocks, room rack availability, and the desire to learn additional Opera skills.
• Able to effectively communicate in English, in both written and verbal forms.
• Ability to read and write.
• Perception and awareness of individual needs and the ability to handle all situations calmly and professionally.
• Ability to multi-task and work well in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Proficiency in computer software including Outlook, MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint as well as office equipment, i.e. telephone, copier, fax machine.
• Excellent organizational skills to function effectively under time constraints and within established deadlines, with particular attention to detail.
• Effective listening abilities with strong judgment skills.
• Knowledge of accommodations room capacities and amenities.
• Excellent customer service skills and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with all business contacts.
• Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance adhering to company standards.