The Holiday Inn at The Mainland Manahawkin/LBI located at 151 Route 72 West in Manahawkin, New Jersey is currently hiring for a part-time Guest Services Agent (Front Desk Clerk). The Guest Services Agent (Front Desk Clerk) is responsible for attending to the needs of guests and ensuring the highest possible level of guest satisfaction. This position requires weekends, holidays, and ability to work 7a to 3p, 12p to 8p, and 3p to 11p shifts.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Guest Service

Maintains guest service as the driving philosophy of the operationPersonally, demonstrates a commitment to guest service in responding promptly to guests’ needsCommitted to making every guest is satisfiedMeets or exceeds guest satisfaction measuresEnsures hotel standards and services contribute to the delivery of consistent guest serviceImplements and practices guest service initiatives and performs to Gulph Creek Hotel Standards

Front Desk Operations

Greet all guests (internal and external) Process guest reservations, registration (check-in) and departures (check-outs)Offer guest assistance at every opportunityRespond to all guest requests efficiently Ensure guest satisfaction by following through on requests and other needsProvide information to guests about hotel policies, services and amenitiesProvide information, directions and other assistance as necessary about the local areaMaintain accurate guest information in the hotel property management system including, but not limited to: basic guest information, billing/payment, guest charges, etc. Handles collection efforts of all in-house balances and notifies management of potential liabilitiesBalances all cash, check, credit card and ledger accounts through verification, shift reports and performs audit functions if assignedMaintain daily logs and checklistsEffectively communicate all pertinent information to other employees within the departmentEffectively communicate all pertinent information to other departments (Housekeeping, Security, Maintenance, etc) regarding room status/availability, guest requests, etc. Assist in all areas of the operation including PBX/Switchboard, bellman or concierge services, reservations and other areas as necessaryComply with all standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operationsMaintain regular attendance in compliance with company policyMaintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming in accordance with company policyApproach all encounters with guests and employees in a friendly, service-oriented mannerMaintain and organize work area regularly Other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High School diploma or equivalent, plus relative experience in customer service

LANGUAGE AND MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to read and speak English and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employeesAbility to effectively communicate with employees, guests and supervisors for optimum operation of the propertyAbility to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rates, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

None required at this time.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hearFrequently required to reach with hands and armsOccasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouchOccasionally lift and/or move up to 50 poundsSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus

BENEFITS

You are also eligible to receive the following benefits:

(FT Only)

Paid time off & vacationHealth, dental, vision insuranceVoluntary life and critical ill insurance401kAnnual performance reviewsHoliday pay

(PT only)

Paid time off401kAnnual performance reviews