Lobby Host | Front Desk Agent
Lobby Host | Front Desk Agent
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Arlo Hotels an independent lifestyle hotel is now actively seeking a dynamic Lobby Host. Are you someone whoispassionateaboutpeopledrivenby 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 check in and out of 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
- Connects with guests on a daily basis provides exceptional customer service and creates memorable experiences
- Responds to guest complaints promptly and professionally.
- Reports guest concerns or comments to the Front Desk Supervisor/Duty Manager
- Establishes and develops long term 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 Guests name during conversation
SPECIFIC DUTIES:
Greeting and Welcoming Guests
- Always greets guests in a friendly manner.
- Speaks in clear and discreet sentences.
- Positions self at the main entrance to open and hold the door for all guests entering and leaving the building.
- Opens vehicle doors and greet 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.
- Posts 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 room and handles luggage.
- Secure and stores 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 room with luggage.
- Familiarize guests with inroom facilities TV Thermostat lighting and features in the room.
- Conduct guests orientation of outlets fitness center general area attractions etc.
- Coordinate with Front Desk in regards to 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
- Understand the product within the General Store and have the ability to speak to the product
- Report inventory monthly on all stock/product
Guest Services Responsibilities
- Reports any guest concerns or comments to the Director of Front Office and Front Office Managers/ Supervisor(s)
- Provides Concierge services to guests.
- Investigates guest charges to resolve guest complaints.
- Checks messages and mail.
- Books guest reservations for individuals via telephone walkin email or fax from within the hotel in accordance with 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 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 safe and return personal and/ or individual floating bank to issued safety deposit box.
- Ensure all billing and paperwork is done in accordance with Accounting standards.
- Proper handling of sensitive and confidential guest material and information 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
ABOUT ARLO WYNWOOD
Known for its colorful murals art deco hip vibe and Miamis best nightlife scene Wynwood is the citys most vibrant district and will be home to Arlo Hotels next property.
Hopeful street artists come from near and far to tag their names on the walls of Wynwood; to stand alongside some of the worlds bestknown street artists. The surrounding streets of Wynwood feature warehouses that have been converted to art galleries restaurants latenight bars artisan shops and boutique clothing stores. Just 20 minutes from South Beach Wynwood offers the ideal Miami urban escape.
Launching its fifth hotel in the portfolio Arlo continues to break ground literally and figuratively with the first hotel in the Wynwood district. The 217room property located at 2217 NW Miami Courtopened in November 2022. The hotel consists of 9 floors including a Penthouse suite a spectacular rooftop pool withan outdoor bar lounge chairs and four cabanas serving 360 views. The ground floor consists of a lobby lounge retail shelves grab and go bodega as well as a fullserviced counter lobby bar and restaurant with indoor/outdoor seating. There will bea separate entertainment area located on the northeast side of the property. The 3rd floor plays host to an outdoor courtyard with a bar and beer garden a gallery space that concerts into two flex spaces a game room which can be converted into a private room interior bar with lounge spaces a fitness rom exterior yoga deck and a hospitality suite.
To bring the art vibes of Wynwood to the property Arlo Wynwood will have interior artwork in collaboration with Indie Walls (an art curator of new and upcoming local artists) and an exterior faade which will feature graffiti and artwork by local Miamibased artists.
BENEFITS
- Complimentary Parking
- 401k Match
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Medical Dental Vision insurance
- Free Meals
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Training & Development
- Great opportunities for career growth.
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.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
