Guest Services Agent, Seasonal (April - October)

Job description

Guest Services Agent, Seasonal (April - October)
First impressions are everything! Your engaging smile and personality are the essence of a great Guest Services Agent with Fairmont Waterfront. As you personally greet our Guests and assist them throughout the day, you will be empowered to deliver on our mission of "Turning moments into memories for our guests".

 

Hotel Overview:  

The Fairmont Waterfront provides relaxed luxury on the West Coast coupled with a world-class Vancouver experience. Indulge in an urban retreat with elegant accommodation, state-of-the-art meeting facilities and breathtaking harbour views complete with warm and welcoming service. Guests can enjoy simple, fresh, local and handcrafted artisan food in ARC, then visit our celebrated rooftop garden and honeybee apiary to discover where we source our fresh herbs and honey from.

 

Summary of Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Front Office Manager, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following: 

·  Consistently offer professional, friendly and engaging service
·  Greet, check in and settle guest accounts while ensuring all service standards are followed
·  Assist guests regarding hotel facilities in an informative and helpful way
·  Follow department policies, procedures and service standards
·  Follow all safety policies 
·  Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

·  Proficient in the English language (verbal & written), second language is an asset
·  Must be able to handle a multitude of tasks in an intense, ever-changing environment 
·  Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times
·  Previous customer related experience an asset
·  Previous PMS experience an asset 
·  Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications an asset
·  Must possess a professional presentation 
·  Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
·  Highly responsible & reliable
·  Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
·  Ability to work cohesively with fellow colleagues as part of a team
·  Hospitality Diploma is an asset
·  Must be flexible in terms of working hours
·  Must have the ability to handle cash effectively and accurately 
Physical Aspects of Position:  
Physical aspects of the position include but are not limited to the following: 
·  Frequent standing and walking throughout shift
·  Occasional kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting
·  Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps

Visa Requirements:   Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization. Insert text as applicable.

APPLY TODAY: Whether you’re launching your career or seeking meaningful employment, we invite you to visit http://www.fairmontcareers.com/ to learn more about Fairmont Hotels & Resorts—and the extraordinary opportunities that exist!

ABOUT FAIRMONT HOTELS & RESORTS
At Fairmont Hotels & Resorts we offer our guests the finest hospitality experience in each of our destinations. And we know that, to offer our guests the best, we first need to offer our employees the best. That’s why you'll find exceptional work opportunities—throughout North America and the Caribbean, Europe and Africa, the Middle East and Asia Pacific—as well as industry-leading training, career development, recognition and rewards. Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is a celebrated collection of hotels that includes landmark locations like London’s The Savoy, New York’s The Plaza, and Shanghai’s Fairmont Peace Hotel. Our teams are guided by values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork and Empowerment; we employ the highest ethical and quality standards, treating all colleagues with fairness and dignity. A community and environmental leader, Fairmont is also regarded for its responsible tourism practices and award-winning Green Partnership program. An exciting future awaits!