Guest Service Agent

Company: Homewood Suites Glen Allen
Location: Glen Allen
Posted on: September 3, 2024

Job Description:

Organizational Structure:
Department: OperationsReports To: General Manager Supervision:NonePay Structure: Paid Bi-weekly
Who are we looking for?Are you someone who values teamwork, takes ownership of your role, and is passionate about serving our guests with warmth and hospitality? Shamin Hotels invites you to join our team Whether you're greeting guests with a friendly smile, assisting them with their needs, or going the extra mile to ensure their stay is nothing short of perfect, your dedication to service excellence will shine through in everything you do. We are seeking candidates with a wide variety of knowledge, skills, and experiences to contribute to our continued success. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your career, we have opportunities for you to grow and excel with usWhy Should You Work for Shamin Hotels?Amazing Benefits In addition to competitive pay, we offer a range of benefits for full-time associates, including health, dental, vision, accident and short and long term disability insurance, pet insurance, gym membership discounts, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Shamin Perk discounts on tickets, rental cars and attractions, footwear discounts, 401K plan with company match, employee discounts at our branded hotels and moreEndless Opportunities With over 70 hotels in our portfolio and plans for further expansion, there are endless opportunities for growth and advancement at Shamin Hotels. Whether you're interested in front-line operations, corporate management, or hotel development, we have opportunities for you to shine.Advancement We're proud of our track record of promoting from within. At Shamin Hotels, we're committed to nurturing talent and providing opportunities for our employees to thrive. Join us and be part of a company where your potential is limited only by your ambition. We look forward to welcoming you to the Shamin Hotels familyHow to Apply:If you are passionate about hospitality and ready to embark on a rewarding career with Shamin Hotels, we want to hear from you Please apply here: Enter the job title and location and apply
Position Overview:The Guest Service Agent is responsible for checking guests in and out of their rooms. They work with guests both in-person and online to reserve their rooms, answer any questions they have about the hotel and provide details and recommendations about activities to do in the surrounding area. Agents obtain or confirm guest information, assign rooms, activate and distribute keys, etc. Collect payment for room charges and other fees.
Essential Job Functions:--- Greets, registers, and assigns rooms to guests.

• Issues room key and escort instructions to Bell person or directly to guest as appropriate, without announcing room numbers.
• Date-stamps, sorts and racks incoming mail and messages.
• Transmits and receives messages using equipment such as telephone, fax and switchboard.
• Answers inquiries pertaining to hotel services, registration of guests and shopping, dining, entertainment and travel directions.
• Keeps records of room availability and guests' accounts.
• Computes bill, collects payment and makes change for guests.
• May make, confirm and cancel reservations for guests.
• Posts charges such as room, food, liquor or telephone by hand or machine.
• May make restaurant, transportation or entertainment reservations for guests.
• May deposit guests' valuables in hotel safe or safe-deposit box.
• May order complimentary flowers or Champaign for special guests at management's direction
• Understands and enforces the hotel company credit policies.
• Accounts for all cash and makes deposits in accordance with hotel and company policies.
• Communicates effectively with other front office and hotel departments.
• Reports to work for scheduled shift, on time and in uniform in accordance with company policy.
• Knows and complies with all company policies and procedures pertaining to this position and its duties.
• Takes the initiative to greet guests in a friendly and warm manner.
• Cross sells other Shamin Hotels.
• Performs other related duties as required. Top Requirements:
  --- Team Up: Be Golden, Collaborate and Help Others Succeed.
  --- Own It: Be a role model, Embrace Responsibility and Keep Learning.
  --- Passionately Serve: Be Positive, Care Deeply and Create Memories.
  Qualifications:--- Proven experience as a front desk agent preferred.--- Prioritization and time management skills required.--- Working quickly without compromising quality.--- Attention to Detail skills required.--- Reliable mode of transportation required.--- High school diploma or GED certification or an equivalent combination of education and experience. About Us:Founded in 1979, Shamin Hotels is an award-winning hospitality organization with over 9,000 rooms in 76 properties. It is recognized as the largest hotel owner and operator throughout Virginia, as well as one of the top ten hotel owners in the country. Deeply rooted at the forefront of the hospitality industry, Shamin Hotels has assembled a portfolio that spans multiple renowned brands, reflecting its commitment to developing experiential accommodations across many market segments while providing extraordinary experiences for a wide range of guests as well as growth opportunities for its associates. For additional information, please visit
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  Shamin Hotels is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. JB.0.00.LN

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