Guest Service Agent

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The Role

As a Guest Service Agent, you will serve in the Front Office & Food & Beverage departments, to provide services for Guests to contribute to an overall exceptional experience from check-in through check-out, and assist with Breakfast/Bar and Restaurant duties. A Guest Service Agent truly influences the first impressions of our Guests and, therefore, is responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

What will I be doing?

• Achieve positive outcomes from Guest queries in a timely and efficient manner
• Ensure an efficient reception experience for Guests, including check-in/out, and complete audit procedures, as required
• Ensure that the Guest Service Supervisor is kept fully aware of any relevant feedback from guests and, or, other departments
• Responsible for taking and delivering food and drinks orders, demonstrating exceptional customer service, and creating memorable experiences for our guests and colleagues.
• Demonstrate a knowledge of hotel room categories, room rates, packages, promotions and other general product knowledge necessary to perform daily duties
• Maximize room occupancy and use up-selling techniques to promote hotel services and facilities
• Use the correct procedures regarding the acceptance of foreign currencies, credit cards and cash in accordance with the hotel credit policy
• Comply with hotel security, fire regulations and all health and safety legislation
• Follow company brand standards

What are we looking for?

• Previous experience in a customer-focused industry
• Positive attitude and good communication skills
• Commitment to delivering a high level of customer service
• Excellent grooming standards
• Calm, efficient, and organised with great attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task while maintaining a positive attitude when working with a Guest
• Professional manner with an emphasis on hospitality and guest service
• Ability to work on your own and as part of a team
• Competent level of IT proficiency

A world of rewards

• Travel and food discounts: - discounted hotel nights plus 50% off F&B (subject to individual outlets)
• £200 Team Member Referral Program
• Free Car Park
• Discounted bus fares to and from the city centre, £1.50 each way
• Holiday: 28 days including bank holidays (increasing yearly)
• Pension scheme
• Discounted meals on duty
• Discounted dental and health cover
• High street discounts: with Perks at Work
• Free uniforms and laundry services available, depending on the role
• Grow your career: access to a network of 6500+ hotels across 100+ countries (subject to local right to work rules)
• Personal Development: programmes designed to support your career and achieve your goals