Homewood Suites by Hilton DSM Airport is looking for their new team members.
*Benefits:*
* _Very Competitive Pay_
* _Health Insurance Coverage_
* _Room for Growth_
* _Team Member Travel Discounts_
*Description:*
As a Front Desk Associate, you are responsible for providing our guests with the highest level of service possible in an efficient, courteous and professional manner while assisting them with the check-in and check-out process and assisting with travel and/or activity arrangements.
*When will I be working?*
This position requires working in shifts.
We are currently hiring full-time/part-time associates who are willing to work morning/evening/night shifts.
The shift hours are 8a - 3p, 3p - 10p, and 10p - 8a.
*What will I be doing?*
Key responsibilities of a Front Desk Associate include:
* Checking guests in and out of the hotel in an efficient, courteous, and professional manner
* Ensuring that special requests are noted and fulfilled
* Communicating with all departments regarding in house VIPs and any special requests/needs
* Promoting and selling special hotel programs, special rate packages, and upgrades when appropriate
* Informing guests of hotel services, features and room amenities
* Providing information and/or answering questions about local area attractions and things to do
* Assisting guests with travel and activity arrangements prior to their arrival
* Coordinating all guest requests for special arrangements or services in a courteous and efficient manner
* Answering the telephone in a professional manner and assisting guests with any questions, directions, etc.
* Managing and resolving all guest complaints and compliments in a professional and courteous manner
* Maintaining an up to date working knowledge of all property amenities as well as any special events
* Closing and securing the property at the end of the business day
* Performing closing paperwork duties including, but not limited to, auditing all charges and postings, reconciling daily activity, and closing all accounts in preparation for the new business day
*Job Requirements*
The ideal Guest Service Representative candidate will preferably have at least one year of Front Desk Agent experience, exceptional communication skills, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.
We are looking for positive, upbeat individuals who can deliver total guest satisfaction.
The minimum qualifications for this position are:
* Must have the ability to communicate clearly and directly with guests using a positive, clear speaking voice
* Ability to read, comprehend and write simple instructions and/or short correspondence and memos
* Ability to handle stressful situations in a calm, professional manner
* Pleasant telephone demeanor
* Must have the ability to work a varied schedule that may include evenings, nights, and weekends
What are we looking for?
Values:
* Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
* Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
* Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
* Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
* Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
* Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline
In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:
* Quality
* Productivity
* Dependability
* Customer Focus
* Adaptability
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $13.
00 - $16.
00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week
Benefits:
* Employee discount
* Flexible schedule
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Day shift
* Every weekend
* Monday to Friday
* Morning shift
* Night shift
* Weekends as needed
Work setting:
* In-person
Application Question(s):
* What about the role excites you and motivated you to apply? Please describe your interest in working with us?
* Please describe in 1-2 sentences.
How is your previous experience relevant to this role? Why are you a good fit for this job?
* The position requires to work in shifts.
Morning, Evening and Nights.
Which shifts are you comfortable working?
* The hotel business is 7 days a week operation.
Which day(s) of the week are you NOT available to work?
* What is your expected salary range?
Education:
* High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
* Customer service: 3 years (Preferred)
* Prior Hotel Front Desk: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person