Guest Service Agent Part-Time - The Statler Hotel

Guest/Client Services Agent

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The Cornell Peter & Stephanie Nolan School of Hotel Administration is the premier school for hospitality education in the world. As an integral part of the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business, the school is leading the world in teaching and researching the business of hospitalitymarketing, finance, real estate, operations, and more, all applied to the world's largest and most exciting industry. Top faculty, industry leaders, alumni, and students work together to generate new knowledge for the hospitality industry and form the premier network that shapes the industry every day.

Located in the heart of a vibrant Ivy League campus, the Statler Hotel is part of Cornell University's Nolan School of Hotel Administration and is the gateway to Cornell University for many visitors. Inspired by curiosity, the humble spirit of Upstate New York, and the scenic beauty of the Finger Lakes region, the Hotel has earned the dual distinction as the area's only AAA Four Diamond Award-winning property and the Ivy League's only "teaching hotel." With 153 rooms, the Statler Hotel is a full-service property with a conference center, four restaurants and over 16,000 square feet of meeting and banquet facilities.

Under the direct supervision of the Front Office Manager, the Guest Service Agent provides warm, genuine, and personalized experiences to a very discerning clientele. The GSA is responsible for a quick and efficient arrival process; fulfills guest requests (or communicates to the appropriate department) and follows up to ensure satisfaction; distributes mail and messages, and completes the payment process with accuracy at departure, checking guests out of the hotel with a level of service that meets or exceeds guest expectations. Assists at the bell stand with deliveries, greeting guests, and valet services. The GSA collaborates with the Sales Department to configure group bookings and to ensure excellent service is provided to the meeting planners and conference participants. Works in conjunction with all members of the front office team to provide training and coaching to student employees, takes reservations by phone and email, and assists with the implementation of our revenue management strategy. Candidate must be flexible in scheduling and able to work weekends and holidays as business dictates. Performs other duties as assigned.

University Job Title: Guest/Client Services Agent

Job Family: Auxiliary Services

Level: C

Pay Rate Type: Hourly

Pay Range: $24.30 - $26.79

Remote Option Availability: Onsite

Company: Endowed

Contact Name: Lisa Rhoads

Contact Email: View email address on talent.com

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