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Ocean House Management

A Collection Unlike Any Other

The Ocean House Collections includes 3 luxury properties. The Ocean House features 49 luxury guest rooms, 18 Signature Suites. The Cottage Collection includes 10 privately owned vacation homes. The Ocean & Harvest Spa is a 12,000 square foot Forbes Travel Guide 5 Star rated full-service health wellness spa. Over 10,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting space. Up to 8 unique dining options during summer season including Coast, a Forbes Travel Guide 5 Star rated fine dining experience.

The Weekapaug Inn offers quintessentially New England accommodations that effortlessly combine casual comfort and luxurious furnishings. The Inn features 31 unique guest rooms and 4 two-bedrooms signature suites. Farm-to-table dining utilizes the finest and freshest locally sourced ingredients, and inspired amenities and resort activities are designed to create extraordinary guest experiences.

The Watch Hill Inn established in 1845, Watch Hill Inn carries with it a unique history marked by fame, natural disasters and, among all, resilience. Chic, minimalist decor intertwines with cutting edge technology like complimentary Apple TV, Netflix and an in-room iPad program that allows guests to order food and services to their door with the touch of a button. The Inn features 21 suite style accommodations with unrestricted access to dining, amenities, and resort activities at both Ocean House and Weekapaug Inn.

Scope of Position

The Night Auditor/Guest Relations Agent serves as the guest liaison for both resort and non-resort services to our guests. Constantly and consistently exhibit Ocean House Collections core values and standards of behavior including adherence to the Forbes 5-Star standards. The ideal candidate will pro-actively greet guests warmly and provide a pleasant and comfortable experience. Where possible, pro-actively offer services, and resolutions that are personalized to the guests needs. In addition, possess an exceptional ability to engage in friendly, polite conversation even if a guest becomes upset.

Hourly Staff Schedule Requirements

All employees are kindly asked to understand that the property operation is 24 hours a day 7 days a week, inclusive of all holidays. While the company will make every attempt to create a work and life balance, all hourly paid team members may be asked to work extended shifts and additional days based on business demands. The busiest of days during the season (Memorial Day through Columbus Day) are the weekend days from Friday through Sunday and on holiday weekends that are celebrated on Mondays, this can include Mondays. All seasonal staff must be aware and able to work all weekends; requesting time off for a holiday weekend may not and will likely not be granted. The more flexible you are the more you can learn, grow, earn.

The ideal candidate will have the flexibility to work both evening shifts (3-11pm) and overnight shifts (11pm-7am). The scheduling manager will make every effort to keep the schedule consistent to accommodate a healthy work/life balance and routine; however reasonable flexibility during high season is required.

Reporting Relationship

Internal: The Night Auditor/Guest Relations Agent reports to the Front of House Manager, and in the absence, the Night Audit Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Process the nightly audit sequences to reset for the next day's business in balancing applicable functions and is able to verify accuracy of credit card transactions and batch reports.
• Maintains scheduled walk through / security checks of property's public areas to ensure staff and guest safety.
• Answers phone and attends to guest requests when necessary and to his/ her best ability.(Communicates to Supervisor/ Manager if needed)
• Check-in/Check-out of hotel guests according to company standards.
• Receives reservation enquiries and books reservations for future hotel guests.
• Handles guest challenges and inquiries in person, over the phone or via written communication.
• Provides information on the local area and activities as required (acts as concierge when necessary).
• Reconciling credit cards charges.
• Files correspondence, reports and any other paperwork as outlined in check lists/ SOP's.
• Processes cash and any other forms of payments.
• Keeps staff knowledgeable of all aspects of daily operations, such as special events, packages, promotions, group check-ins, etc. through daily reports.
• Keep a hazard free work environment and is familiar with all emergency procedures of each property.
• Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions.
• Responsible for practicing, managing, and promoting the Company's Statement of Purpose, Service Excellence Pillars, and Declarations so that it becomes an intricate part of the everyday operation.
• Represent the Company with a positive attitude and professional presentation.
• Follow sustainability guidelines and practices related to the Company's sustainability programs.
• Carry out any other duties which fall within the broad spirit, scope, and purpose of this job description and which are commensurate with the role.

Required Job Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications and Education

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft word, outlook and excel. Working knowledge of Maestro is preferred.
• Experience in a guest-facing service role preferred.
• Luxury hospitality experience preferred.
• Time spent in a high-pressure, high-volume atmosphere preferred.
• Previous experience on a professional team preferred.
• Fluency in English both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed, and accuracy under pressure of tense/confrontational situations.
• Uphold the Company standards, policies, and procedures.
• Prioritize and organize tasks and work area.
• Ability to remain calm and resolve problems using good judgement as interpreted by the management.
• Follow directions.
• Work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team.
• Maintain confidentiality of guest/staff information and pertinent company data.

Physical Requirements:

See below Physical conditions description.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the person occupying this position. The person in this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES, VISUAL ACUITY, AND WORKING CONDITIONS OF:

Night Auditor

I certify that I have read the physical requirements as set forth below and am physically able to perform the necessary duties as indicated herein.

Employee Signature: _________________________ Date: _____________

1. GENERAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Please check the ONE description of general physical requirements that best describes the work requirements of the position:

A. Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

B. Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of force greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.

C. Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

D. Heavy work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

E. Very heavy work: Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

2. PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES

Please check ALL physical activities that apply to the essential functions of the position:

A. Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized.