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Chicago, IL - USA

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Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

  • Position: Lobby Host

    SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:

    Arlo Hotels an independent lifestyle hotel is now actively seeking a dynamic Guest Service Coordinator. Are you passionateaboutpeopledrivenby purpose andcleverin your approach If so keep on reading!! Here atArlowe strive to create a sense of awe that leaves those we touch wanting more..

    Responsible for welcoming and assisting in setting the tone for a guests experience through the process of checking in and out of the hotel receiving payment correcting account and reservation discrepancies creating and canceling reservations acting as a switchboard relief and providing luggage assistance; assisting with valet parking and summoning cabs.

    RESPONSIBILITIES AND AUTHORITIES:

    • Always treat guests with courtesy and respect in a variety of situations
    • Honesty & Integrity
    • Connecting with guests daily providing exceptional customer service and creating memorable experiences
    • Responds to guest complaints promptly and professionally.
    • Report guest concerns or comments to the Front Desk Supervisor/Duty Manager
    • Establishes and develops longterm customer relationships providing value and profitability
    • Enhances our guests stay by creating an inviting atmosphere
    • Coordinates and multitasks job duties in an active environment
    • Assists with summoning the thirdparty valet service to park guests vehicles.
    • Assists with summoning cabs for guests and clients.
    • Maintains eye contact with guests
    • Usage of the guests name during conversation

    SPECIFIC DUTIES

    Greeting and Welcoming Guests

    • Always greets guests in a friendly manner.
    • Speaks in clear and discreet sentences.
    • Position yourself at the main entrance to open and hold the door for all guests entering and leaving the building.
    • Opens vehicle doors and greets guests.
    • Uses the guests name whenever possible and maintains a professional demeanour at all times.

    Check In and Out Services

    • Assists guests with kiosk checkin.
    • Enters information such as arrival alerts and messages.
    • Corrects inaccuracies and discrepancies on guest accounts.
    • Post charges to guest accounts.
    • Completes daily high balance checks.
    • Checks groups and tours in and out.
    • Confidently sells the hotel to prospective guests by showing familiarity with guest rooms facilities and amenities.
    • Updates all guest profiles with correct billing information preferences special requests etc.

    Luggage Assistance

    • Assist arriving guests with luggage upon entering and exiting the building.
    • Escort guests to their rooms and handle luggage.
    • Secure and store luggage for guests.
    • Retrieve luggage for departing guests.
    • Lifts luggage and uses bell carts to assist guests.

    Arrivals and Room Moves

    • Escort guests to their rooms with luggage.
    • Familiarize guests with inroom facilities TV Thermostat lighting and features in the room.
    • Conduct guests orientation of outlets fitness centre general area attractions etc.
    • Coordinate with Front Desk regarding room moves.

    Guest Interaction

    • Maintains good posture when interacting and greeting guests.
    • Assists and coordinates with Front Desk for any special requests.
    • Familiarizes themselves with all VIPs and Arrivals
    • Assists with guest requests errands deliveries etc.

    General Store

    • General Store maintenance
    • Conduct sales within the General Store
    • Understands the product within the General Store and can speak about the product
    • Report inventory monthly on all stock/product

    Guest Services Responsibilities

    • Report any guest concerns or comments to the Director of Front Office and Front Office Managers/ Supervisor(s)
    • Provides Concierge services to guests.
    • Investigate guest charges to resolve guest complaints.
    • Checks messages and mail.
    • Book guest reservations for individuals via telephone walkin email or fax from within the hotel by hotel standards and reservations scripts.
    • Upsell rooms where possible according to established procedures to maximize revenues.
    • Assists with guest luggage to and from the room when needed.
    • Deliver packages (mail faxes etc. to the guest room when needed.
    • Assists in calling and retrieving cabs for guests upon request.
    • Any other requests of duties from management

    Reconciliation

    • Balance cash daily.
    • Deposit received cash in the safe and return personal and/ or individual floating bank to issued safety deposit box.
    • Ensure all billing and paperwork is done by Accounting standards.
    • Proper handling of sensitive and confidential guest material and information is understood and held in a professional manner.

    Cash Handling

    • Accept advance deposits for guests and posts the advance to guests accounts.
    • Makes change and balances the personal and/or individual floating bank.

    REQUIREMENTS:

    • Minimum of Hospitality Retail or Services related industries experience preferred
    • Must be able to stand for periods of time (Up to 6 hours)
    • Efficient in Computer and Typing Skills.
    • Ability to lift 50lbs

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.


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