Guest Services Associate

Guest Services AssociateFour Points By Sheraton Kansas City Airport - Kansas City, MO 64153Salary Range $16.00 - $18.00 Hourly Position Type Full-Time/Part-Time Category Hospitality - HotelDescriptionGreets guests upon arrival and make them feel welcome. Administer check-ins and check-outs. Responds in a professional and courteous manner to arriving, departing and in-house guests by providing accurate and timely information and services.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Maintain a friendly and warm demeanor at all times.Obtain all necessary information when taking room reservations.Monitor all V.I.P. and special guest requests.Fully comprehend and execute all relevant phases of the front desk computer system.Ensure logging and delivery of all messages, packages and mail in a timely and professional manner.Be aware of all rate packages and promotions currently in effect.Be familiar with all in-house groups. Be aware of all black out and restricted dates.Ensure that all guests are checked in/out in a friendly efficient and courteous manner.Process guest payments.Being a source of information to guests on various matters such as transport and restaurant advice.Explain all amenities to guests at check-in.Be able to perform complete and ensure that all tasks and duties on the shift checklist are completed in a timely and efficient manner.Answer all guest inquiries in a timely and professional nature.Adhere to Brand standards and company policies.Performs other duties as assigned.QualificationsKnowledge and Skills Required:High School Education and relevant hotel experienceMust be able to work well in stressful high pressure situations including ability to handle guest objections and disputes to satisfactory results.Must be able to show initiative in job performance including anticipating what needs to be done before it becomes a necessity.