Lark

Guest Service Associate (Part-Time - Afternoon Availability)

Lark  •  Massachusetts (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

We are looking for a part-time YEAR-ROUND team member who is available 2-3 shifts per week in the afternoon from 12pm-8pm. Shifts will vary and are dependent on Inn occupancy. We look forward to meeting you!

General: This employee must display effective listening and communication skills, initiative, the ability to work independently and in teams, and lead by example. He/she must be able to exercise good judgment and discretion, display effective problem-solving skills, and provide excellent customer service. Additionally, he/she must have the ability to multi-task, maintain composure under pressure, and display a high level of professionalism, integrity, and follow-through.

We expect our employees to approach their work with passion, enthusiasm, and attention to customer satisfaction. We also expect our employees to champion, embrace, and live the company values.

Our Values embody:

  • Integrity: We are honest, genuine, and transparent in our interactions.
  • Concern For Others: We care for each other and our guests.
  • Collaboration: We value diversity and “come as you are” spirit and personality.
  • Accountability: We make mistakes, learn from them, and strive for continuous improvement.
  • Hospitality Soul: We have fun creating lifelong memories for each other and our guests.

Job Duties:

  • Welcome and check-in guests in a friendly and efficient manner; demonstrate excellent customer service and phone etiquette
  • Accountable for assigned cash drawer(s) and cash balances (make correct change)
  • Answer and transfer calls in a timely (preferably 3 rings) and courteous fashion
  • Manage all aspects of the reservations process (process room reservations, secure deposit and send confirmation); use suggestive selling techniques, stay abreast of local rates, in-house strategy, group and special rate plans and packages, available inventory, etc.
  • Monitor reservations email account; reply to e-mail correspondence in a timely, courteous, and professional manner; process e-mail requests/reservations accordingly
  • Understand how to check room availability and housekeeping/maintenance status, ensure against overbooking, and that guests are provided an inspected room
  • Maintain full knowledge of all room types, features, locations, rates
  • Verify accuracy of information in property management system by entering data correctly and checking daily arrivals
  • Effectively handle all guest inquiries, requests and complaints; confirm guest needs have been met; timely alert manager on duty to any unresolved complaints
  • Communicate effectively with all departments
  • Develop a working knowledge of local attractions, business locations, and points of interest
  • Review daily activities and groups, communicate details with co-workers and guests as needed
  • Direct traffic inside the hotel with vendors, overnight guests, employees, meeting attendees, restaurant/ lounge guests, visitors
  • Know location, basic troubleshooting, and relevant contact list for all major hotel systemsØ Knowledge of all hotel services, amenities, and hours of operation
  • May be first point of contact during any emergency; be familiar with all emergency procedures as documented in hotel Emergency Manuals
  • Accurately handle all in-house accounts including guest names, room charges, methods of payment, special requests, etc.
  • Handle services for guests including guest mail, messages, telephone calls, faxes, wake-up calls, after-hours requests (i.e., extra towels, pillows etc.) , and general inquiries
  • Confirm guest satisfaction at check-out and take appropriate corrective action if necessary. Say, “Thank you.”
  • Perform daily reporting requirements based on specific hotel needs
  • Ensure transfer of information from shift to shift at the Front Desk
  • Keep adequate inventory of front desk and guest supplies available at all times. Communicate shortages as necessary
  • Understand operation of guest room features, i.e. HVAC units, thermostats, showers, windows, etc.
Lark

About Lark

With a family of five self managed brands, a collection of nearly 100 independent spirited hotels and 33 restaurants across 27 states and 2 countries, Lark is North America’s leading hospitality management company and brand choice for hotels under 150 keys.

Who we are.

At Lark we are about people and service. We exist to bring people together, to create life-affirming experiences and to deliver exceptional hospitality to all we encounter.

On the ground we meet people eye to eye, without pretense or preconceived notions. We offer service and attention when wanted but privacy when it’s not. We present ourselves as we are, with personality, warmth, energy and integrity. To our guests we offer to support their agenda and do not overlay our own. We always remember that the experience we provide comes with high expectations and could be part of a pivotal part of our guests lives.

We seek people that have a natural hospitality soul and we believe that skills, procedures and the details can be taught. Good people create great experiences. Within our organization, we care for our team members as they care for our guests. We aim to develop and offer as many opportunities for growth and mentorship as possible. We celebrate each other and thrive because of it.

In our relationships with owners and investors we pledge to be genuine, collaborative, honest, and transparent in all of our interactions. We will work with intention and efficiency and to earn trust. If we make mistakes, we learn from them and memorialize our corrections so we’re always getting better. Above all else, we value healthy collaboration and long-term connections.

Industry
Travel & Hospitality
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Portsmouth, New Hampshire
Year Founded
2012
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