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Guest Services Agent - Full Time
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What they do
A Hotel Desk Clerk provides service to customers at the front desk of a hotel. Takes room reservations, checks in guests and handles payments; answers questions and arranges for room services requested by customers.
$28,934 / year median in Illinois
Job Description
Q Center is looking for a Full Time Guest Services Agent to join our team! Job Summary The Guest Service Agent is responsible for providing attentive, courteous and efficient service to all guests during check-in, throughout their stay and at checkout. This position will work with other service teams to maintain a customer-focused environment that allows our guests to have the most positive experience at Q Center. The schedule for this position varies, and will include days, afternoons, and evenings throughout the week and weekend. Starting rate for this position is $18.00/hour. Benefits Paid time off 401(K) with employer match Holiday Pay Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Wellness Credits Employee Assistance Program Basic Life, AD&D Disability Benefits Employee Meals Education & Experience High School diploma or equivalent and/or experience in a related field required. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications to include Word, Excel and Power Point required. Experience using Multi-Functional Printer preferred. Customer service experience required. Strong communication skills both written and verbal. Physical Requirements Flexible and long hours sometimes required. Light work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Ability to stand during entire shift. Fundamental Requirements Employees must, at all times, be attentive, friendly, helpful, and courteous to all guests and fellow employees. Greet and welcome all guests approaching the Front Desk in accordance with Q Center standards. Understand proper operation of the Call Center operation and ensure that all standards are met. Answer guest inquiries about services, facilities and hours of operation in a timely manner. Ensure following of correct process of package delivery, mail and messages to guest rooms as well as meeting rooms. Perform and complete Front Desk assigned duties; cross train in other areas of the front office as needed. Answer inquiries from guests regarding restaurants, transportation, entertainment, etc. Follow all cash handling and credit policies; collect payment and make changes for guests. Be aware of all rates, packages and special activities as listed in specific document of each category. Be familiar with all in-house groups; most notably VIP guests and their needs. Be aware of closed out and restricted dates. Obtain all necessary information when creating a room reservation by understanding the guidelines given for each specific scenario. Be familiar with hospitality terminology. Have knowledge of emergency procedures and assist as needed. Handle check-ins and checkouts in a friendly, efficient and courteous manner. Use proper two-way radio etiquette at all times when communicating with other employees. Fully comprehend and be able to operate all relevant aspects of the Front Desk computer system. Balance and prepare individual paperwork for closing of shift according to Q Center standards. Maintain a clean work area. Assist guests with safe deposit boxes. Ensure overall guest satisfaction and safety is achieved.