What are the responsibilities and job description for the Front Desk Associate position at GULFPORT HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS?
Job Summary:
The Guest Service Representative works at the front desk of the hotel and provides service to hotel guests and clients. The GSR greets and checks in arriving guests and checks out departing guests. The GSR offers excellent customer service to all guests, makes reservations for guests arriving on the same day or future dates, answers incoming phone calls, and responds to any guest inquiries or requests.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Block incoming reservations based on guest requests and the availability of rooms to meet those requests.
Block arriving reservations of all groups if deemed necessary, pre-register the rooms in the property computer system, place keys in envelopes, and note the room number on the envelopes.
Register all incoming guests, ensuring all pertinent information is obtained, the registration card is completed, and the payment method is established.
Accept and record credit card and photo ID information on guest accounts in the hotel computer system.
Assist as needed in other departments and areas including the Guest Breakfast, Housekeeping, Laundry, and property designated events.
Maintain the cleanliness of the back office and front desk area.
Anticipate guest needs, respond promptly, and acknowledge all guests promptly and courteously.
Always maintain a positive attitude.
Address and resolve guest complaints promptly to ensure guest satisfaction.
Document all guest requests and concerns and communicate information to the responsible personnel for proper handling in a timely manner.
Prepare a shift drop verifying the totals determined to match the totals in the property management system.
Maintain the confidentiality and security of proprietary company information, correspondence, reports, and files.
Handle and document all Lost and Found items as directed by management’s policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Follow and adhere to your hotel's standards and regulations as management directs.
Be a Brand Ambassador of A&R’s Culture, Mission and Values.
Required Skills and Experience:
Previous hospitality industry experience preferred but not required
Highly energetic and motivated individual
Ability to take initiative and work with little direction
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with strong customer/client focus essential
Strong problem-solving skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Ability to shift and manage multiple priorities
Results-driven focus and ability to work through to completion promptly
Overtime may be required at times during the busy season as directed by management
Proficiency, at an intermediate level, with computers and computer programs, including Microsoft Office
A passion for delivering exceptional levels of guest service
Other Skills Required:
Physical: Must be able to stand for the majority of the shift; ability to lift to 25 lbs.; may require frequent bending, stooping, and kneeling
Mathematical: Must be able to use basic mathematical techniques, including percentages and ratios
