Full-Time Hotel Arista Front Desk Agent at CityGate Hospitality

Naperville, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Sep, 26

Salary

20.0

Posted On

12 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Guest Registration, Concierge Services, Bell Person Duties, Opera PMS, Customer Service, Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Teamwork, Time Management, Conflict Resolution, Microsoft Outlook, Digital Alchemy, Ibahn, Guest History Management, Driving

Industry

Hospitality

Description

If you strive to be "The Best", we want to hear from you! Apply today at www.citygatehospitality.com/careers [http://www.citygatehospitality.com/careers] and be sure to take advantage of the $250 signing bonus we're offering for this position! *90 Day Waiting Period Applies! Location: Hotel Arista Department: Front Office Reports to: Front Office Manager Status: Hourly Non-Exempt Compensation Range: $18.00-20.00/hour, commensurate with experience and education. Age Requirements: Must be 18+ Additional Requirements: Must have availability to be scheduled weekdays & weekends. Evening shift required. Role Summary: Personal Hosts function in a multi-capacity traditional role of Bell Person, Welcome Agent, and Concierge. Personal Hosts are the primary liaison between the guests and all other hotel services, and they are responsible for the consistent delivery of guest requests. Handoffs are minimized to the degree that a guest’s only hotel contact may be his/her Personal Host. Responsibilities: 1. Acquires and relays information that personalizes the guest’s stay. 2. Creates a ritual experience around arrival and departure. 3. Conducts guest registration and follows check-out procedures as outlined in the Standard Performance Procedures. 4. Offers the Personal Hosts business card at the end of the Welcome Ritual. 5. Fulfills traditional concierge and bell person roles. 6. Rooms the guest by: 7. Transporting luggage to the room 8. While escorting the guest make conversation and pick up clues that will personalize the guest’s stay 9. Describe all facilities and note hours of operation 10. Explain feature and functions of the guest room- i.e. nightlight, iPod docking, emergency evacuation procedures, etc. 11. Answers Welcome Desk telephones and handles special requests, questions, complaints, and problems. 12. Handles guests’ messages and mail (if applicable). 13. Utilizes the FLASH report and Outlook calendar (i.e. selling status) 14. Understands applicable emergency procedure and evacuation protocol 15. Follows credit policy and procedures of the hotel. 16. Be familiar with all aspects of the hotel. 17. Maintains close and harmonious working relationships with all hotel departments. 18. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of In Room Dining Menu to assist in taking orders and making suggestions to guests. 19. Be fluent with Opera PMS, Guest History, Reservations, Ibahn, Digital Alchemy, Microsoft Outlook, and any other pertinent hotel operational technology. 20. Transports guests and associates in company vehicles. 21. Understands applicable emergency and evacuation protocol. 22. Performs related duties as assigned *This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an employee in this position may be asked to perform. Minimum Qualifications: Education 1. High school diploma or equivalent education Experience 1. Background in a luxury hospitality environment or a related field is strongly preferred, but willingness to learn the aspects of personalized and luxury service is more important. Skills 1. Excellent verbal and written skills 2. Neat and clean appearance 3. Ability to follow through impeccably on details. 4. Great enthusiasm and passion for making people happy. 5. Ability to work in a team environment 6. Must have a flexible schedule and be available to work nights weekends, and holidays. 7. Must possess a valid Driver’s License and a clear motor vehicle record. Physical Requirements 1. Must be able to walk and stand for up to 8 hours a day, with or without reasonable accommodation 2. Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, and stretch to fulfill job duties 3. Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs regularly, and up to 50 pounds on occasion. Benefits Offered: The employer offers the following benefits to eligible employees in this position. Waiting periods, hours requirements and shared insurance premiums will apply. Full plan descriptions and additional details will be shared at the time of offer or upon request during the interview process. 1. Major Medical Plans, Dental and Vision Insurance - single or family options available at employee’s election 2. Basic Life & AD&D - 100% employer paid 3. Short-Term Disability - 100% employer paid 4. Supplemental Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Accident and Disability – single or family options available at employee’s election 5. 401(k) Plan & Matching Program 6. Employee Assistance Program 7. Paid Leave Time (up to 40 hours/year) 8. Paid Time Off (PTO) 9. 9 Paid Holidays/Year 10. Paid Jury Duty Time 11. Paid Bereavement for immediate family members 12. Partially-Paid Parental Leave 13. Hotel/Restaurant Discounts 14. Pet Insurance 15. Incentive Programs We are an equal opportunity employer and make employment decisions without regard to age, race, religion, national origin, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation and gender identity or any other protected class. Should you accept a contingent offer with CityGate Hospitality LLC, you will be required to successfully complete various pre-employment screenings such as a criminal background report. Should you be hired as an employee of the company, you will be required to submit documentation proving eligibility to work in the United States in accordance with Federal requirements. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. E-Verify Works for Everyone. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS.888-897-7781 dhs.gov/E-Verify

Responsibilities

Acts as a multi-capacity Personal Host combining the roles of Bell Person, Welcome Agent, and Concierge to personalize the guest experience. Responsible for guest registration, luggage transport, and serving as the primary liaison for all hotel services.