Meet & Greet Agent

SMS International Shore Operations; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

SMS International Shore Operations US, Inc. seeks friendly guest service agents to work at the airport, assisting cruise guests during arrival and departure.

This part-time role emphasizes professional demeanor, accurate information, and proactive customer support in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include greeting guests, guiding them to check-in areas, coordinating transportation, and maintaining visibility with signage.

Qualifications

• Prior customer service experience is preferred.
• Ability to communicate clearly in English to assist guests.

Responsibilities

• Answer general questions in a pleasant, accurate manner.
• Greet guests and maintain a welcoming atmosphere.
• Direct guests to appropriate areas (check-in, waiting areas).
• Pro-actively assist guests with transportation and information.
• Ensure safe handling of luggage and assist with processing as needed.
• Maintain professional appearance and sign display, and complete daily paperwork.

Skills

Customer service

English communication

Crowd control

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Basic Purpose

This is a fast-paced high energy part-time position requiring a positive, efficient and professional imagine. Agents will work at the airport, directly with the public and are responsible for providing service for arriving and departing cruise guests. Agents working for SMS International Shore Operations US, Inc., direct and assist cruise guests in all aspects of airport operations such as meet and greet, escort, transportation coordination services, etc. as assigned.

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Basic Purpose

This is a fast-paced high energy part-time position requiring a positive, efficient and professional imagine. Agents will work at the airport, directly with the public and are responsible for providing service for arriving and departing cruise guests. Agents working for SMS International Shore Operations US, Inc., direct and assist cruise guests in all aspects of airport operations such as meet and greet, escort, transportation coordination services, etc. as assigned.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Answers general questions in an accurate and pleasant manner. Takes the initiative to assist each and every guest.
• Behaves and treats other employees, guests and the public in a courteous, cooperative, respectful and professional manner.
• Greets all guests with a smile and welcomes them; fosters a welcoming and friendly atmosphere at all times.
• Carries and displays the approved signage at shoulder height to ensure proper visibility.
• Volunteers assistance and circulates in the luggage area, remaining accessible and approachable.
• Directs guests to proper areas (i.e. check-in counter, waiting area).
• Qualifies guests with transfers and consults manifest as needed.
• Pro-actively and efficiently sells transportation; documents transactions accurately and completes all required accounting procedures as per set standards.
• Provides guests with pertinent information regarding transportation, pier experience and sailing, according to department manual and training.
• Ensures that all physically challenged/special needs guests are handled respectfully and appropriately.
• Escorts guests to the bus and controls guest flow accordingly.
• Performs luggage sweep of all airline carousels at the end of each day and immediately reports any leftover luggage to the supervisor and airline representative; assists with expediting luggage, as needed.
• Clears and cleans workstation and/or area by the end of each day and ensures all paper work has been turned in to appropriate personnel.
• Shows flexibility by performing any and all additional duties/projects assigned by management on a daily basis.

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience

• Prior customer service or related experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to communicate in English, sufficient to provide information and answer general questions.
• Good organizational and customer service skills.
• Good communication skills and crowd control abilities to guide large groups and control lines.
• Ability to work effectively in a multi-tasked, fast-paced environment in front of large groups.

Work Conditions/Physical Demands & Travel

• Position includes frequent standing, walking, lifting, pushing and pulling for up to 6 hour increments on average.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, lift or carry.
• Position is exposed to indoor/outdoor work environment at pier/airport and terminal locations under varying weather conditions.
• Flexibility to work hours ranging from 5:00 am – 4:00 pm or until ships departures; may include weekdays, weekends and holidays.