Guest Services Agent

JOB OVERVIEW: Under the general guidance of the Guest Experience Manager, the Guest Service Agent is responsible for delivering exceptional service to guests throughout their stay by providing a warm welcome, smooth check-in and check-out processes, and personalized assistance. This role serves as the primary point of contact for guests and ensures that all interactions reflect the hotel's standards of hospitality, professionalism, and service excellence. The Guest Service Agent also handles reservations, guest inquiries, billing, and coordinates with other departments to ensure a seamless and memorable guest experience.YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Greet all guests warmly upon arrival, ensuring a smooth and efficient check-in processHandle guest departures, process payments, and issue accurate receipts during check-outAnswer and direct incoming phone calls promptly and courteously; assist with reservations, inquiries, and internal requestsProvide detailed information about hotel amenities, services, and local attractions; proactively upsell enhanced services and room upgradesAnticipate guest needs and respond promptly to requests, complaints, or concerns, ensuring high levels of guest satisfactionReview daily arrivals and departures, block rooms for special requests, VIPs, or package reservationsMaintain accurate room inventory and communicate updates to appropriate departmentsCoordinate with housekeeping and other departments to ensure timely room readiness for arrivalsProcess no-show charges and ensure accurate posting in the property management system (PMS)Manage reservation changes, early departures, extensions, and cancellations following hotel policiesMonitor and respond to guest messages, wake-up calls, and special delivery requestsMaintain front desk security and safety procedures, including key control and lost & foundReconcile cash drawer and post charges accurately to guest foliosSupport the night audit process and assist in generating required reports, if applicablePerform daily checklist tasks and maintain the cleanliness and organization of the front desk areaFoster positive working relationships with all hotel departments to ensure seamless guest serviceHandle emergency situations calmly and efficiently, following established protocolsPerform any other job-related duties as assigned by the Front Office Manager or supervisorWe recognize we are in the hospitality industry and that may require us to provide lateral service. We will on occasion call for each individual in the team to on a routine basis perform various related tasks as needed in the spirit of providing exceptional guest service.