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Receptionist
Guest Services Representative - Front Desk
Receptionist
#28270
Remote / WFH
Comfort Inn by Choice Hotels
Job Description
THE OPPORTUNITY:
GUEST SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE
REPORTS TO FOM
THE ROLE:
The Guest Service Representative position is generally responsible for representing the hotel to the guest throughout all stages of the guest’s stay, determining the guest’s reservation status and identifying their duration of stay. He or she will also process the guest’s method of payment, be customer-service oriented, and work closely with housekeeping and maintenance to ensure room status reports are current and up to date.
ACTIVITIES:
The duties and responsibilities for the Guest Service Representative include, but are not limited to the following:
Create a welcoming environment for our guests.
Register guests and assign rooms, accommodating special requests whenever possible.
Complete pre-registration and blocking of rooms for reservations/guest arrival.
Thoroughly understand and adhere to proper credit, check-cashing, and cash-handling policies and procedures.
Understand room status and room status tracking.
Know room locations, types of rooms available, and room rates.
Use suggestive selling techniques to sell rooms and to promote other services of the hotel.
Coordinate room status updates with the housekeeping department by notifying housekeeping of all check-outs, late check-outs, early check-ins, special requests, and part-day rooms.
Possess a working knowledge of the reservations, takes reservations for guests both in house and call in, understanding of the cancellation procedures.
Process guest check-outs.
Post and file all charges to guest, master, and city ledger accounts.
Work closely with all hotel departments to improve service delivery and efficiency.
Use proper telephone etiquette.
Coordinate guestroom maintenance work with the engineering and maintenance division.
Report any unusual occurrences or requests to the manager or supervisor.
Know all safety and emergency procedures, is aware of accident prevention policies.
Ensure the work environment is tidy and well organized at all times (lobby).
Adhere to all health and safety guidelines and standards.
COMPETENCIES WE ARE SEEKING:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Excellent organizational, interpersonal and administration skills
Proficient or familiar with computerized systems
Demonstrated knowledge of guest service and a genuine desire to exceed guest expectations
Present a high degree of professional work ethic and image
High school graduate or equivalent
Availability to work day, evening and night shifts any day of the week including weekends and holidays
About InnVest Hotels:
InnVest Hotels owns a large portfolio of hotels across Canada, representing internationally recognized hotel brands. Our success is built on the efforts of our incredible team. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Accommodations are available upon request during the hiring process.
The Comfort Inn & Suites Barrie is managed by InnVest Hotels on behalf of a third-party owner.
Ready to Lead the Charge?
Be part of something exciting.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: $18.00-$18.45 per hour
Language:
English (required)
Work Location: In person
GUEST SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE
REPORTS TO FOM
THE ROLE:
The Guest Service Representative position is generally responsible for representing the hotel to the guest throughout all stages of the guest’s stay, determining the guest’s reservation status and identifying their duration of stay. He or she will also process the guest’s method of payment, be customer-service oriented, and work closely with housekeeping and maintenance to ensure room status reports are current and up to date.
ACTIVITIES:
The duties and responsibilities for the Guest Service Representative include, but are not limited to the following:
Create a welcoming environment for our guests.
Register guests and assign rooms, accommodating special requests whenever possible.
Complete pre-registration and blocking of rooms for reservations/guest arrival.
Thoroughly understand and adhere to proper credit, check-cashing, and cash-handling policies and procedures.
Understand room status and room status tracking.
Know room locations, types of rooms available, and room rates.
Use suggestive selling techniques to sell rooms and to promote other services of the hotel.
Coordinate room status updates with the housekeeping department by notifying housekeeping of all check-outs, late check-outs, early check-ins, special requests, and part-day rooms.
Possess a working knowledge of the reservations, takes reservations for guests both in house and call in, understanding of the cancellation procedures.
Process guest check-outs.
Post and file all charges to guest, master, and city ledger accounts.
Work closely with all hotel departments to improve service delivery and efficiency.
Use proper telephone etiquette.
Coordinate guestroom maintenance work with the engineering and maintenance division.
Report any unusual occurrences or requests to the manager or supervisor.
Know all safety and emergency procedures, is aware of accident prevention policies.
Ensure the work environment is tidy and well organized at all times (lobby).
Adhere to all health and safety guidelines and standards.
COMPETENCIES WE ARE SEEKING:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Excellent organizational, interpersonal and administration skills
Proficient or familiar with computerized systems
Demonstrated knowledge of guest service and a genuine desire to exceed guest expectations
Present a high degree of professional work ethic and image
High school graduate or equivalent
Availability to work day, evening and night shifts any day of the week including weekends and holidays
About InnVest Hotels:
InnVest Hotels owns a large portfolio of hotels across Canada, representing internationally recognized hotel brands. Our success is built on the efforts of our incredible team. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Accommodations are available upon request during the hiring process.
The Comfort Inn & Suites Barrie is managed by InnVest Hotels on behalf of a third-party owner.
Ready to Lead the Charge?
Be part of something exciting.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: $18.00-$18.45 per hour
Language:
English (required)
Work Location: In person
