Desk Associate Jobs in Jackson, MS (NOW HIRING)

Find the right balance of inspiration and wellness in the heart of Mississippi's capital city at The Westin Jackson. Our hotel in downtown Jackson, MS boasts a prime location within walking distance of the Mississippi Museum of Art, Federal Courthouse, Planetarium and the historic music and arts theatre, Thalia Mara Hall. Our convenient location makes us a favorite for business and leisure travelers alike, with The Jackson Convention Complex and Mississippi Coliseum just moments away.

At Crescent Hotels & Resorts, we are a team of hospitality professionals that are deeply connected to & proud of the exceptional experiences we provide for our guests. More than that, we know our Associates are the shining stars of what we do!

We understand what it takes to be a part of something great. We will encourage you to bring your true self to work every day, we will celebrate you and we will cheer you on as you shine bright in your career journey. Whether it be our health & wellness programs, best in class learning and development or our travel discounts that 'feed your inner explorer', we work hard to create and deliver on what YOU need. We are ready for you to start your journey with us where You Belong. We Care. Shine Bright

We are looking for our next great team member to join us on our Spa team. We are committed to providing you with:

• Highly competitive wages.
• Exceptional health benefits plan for eligible associates & your family members.
• 401K matching program for eligible associates.
• Discounts with our Crescent managed properties in North America for you & your family members.
• Hotel Room Discounts at Marriott branded properties worldwide.
• Free Meals
• Free Parking

JOB OVERVIEW: To provide the highest quality of service to the spa guests and spa members in person and on the telephone. Provide seamless service in guest reception, checkout, telephone inquiries and appointment reservations and fitness operation.

Here is what you will be doing each day:

1. Greet guests with a warm welcome, presenting a professional, friendly demeanor.

2. Responsible for receiving incoming calls for appointments and scheduling them accordingly. Provide therapists with an accurate daily schedule throughout shift.

3. Within 2 days of arrival, call all expected guests to promote spa, salon and fitness center. Accommodate guest and member requests, answer questions and sell spa/salon services and retail and well as memberships.

4. Demonstrate a full knowledge of the spa's treatments and products used and sold. Assist guests with retail product selection. Promote and up sell all spa/salon services.

5. Handle guest complaints following established practices for guest problem resolution to ensure guest satisfaction.

6. Ability to provide advice to the guest in their selection of treatments to ensure a smooth and proper order of service.

7. Responsible for proper point of sale procedures and cash handling policies. Process gift certificate requests including taking orders, preparing certificates, process payment and record sale.

8. Coordinate with housekeeping for adequate supply of robes, towels, spa guest amenities and assure the proper stocking of guest lockers.

9. Responsible for spa environment including background music, hospitality F&B in the relaxation lounge and members sitting area, lighting levels and water feature.

10. Ensure all guests and members sign in before entering the spa facility. Track all guests on daily wait list.

11. Complete all necessary check lists and supply re-order forms as needed.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Must have the ability to communicate in English. Self-starting personality with an even disposition. Maintain a professional appearance and manner at all times. Can communicate well with guests. Must be willing to "pitch-in" and help co- workers with their job duties and be a team player. Ability to effectively deal with internal and external customers, some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact and diplomacy to defuse anger and collect accurate information and resolve conflicts. Basic mathematical and computer skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, customers and patrons. High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

Customer Satisfaction:

Our customers are what we are about. One of the keys to a positive guest experience is positive interaction with Crescent staff. It is essential that you remain professional at all times, and that you treat all guests and associates with courtesy and respect, under all circumstances. Every Crescent associate is a guest relations ambassador, every working minute of every day.

Work Habits:

In order to maintain a positive guest and associate experience, your work habits should always meet and strive to exceed hotel standards for work procedures, dress, grooming, punctuality and attendance. You should be adaptable to change in your work area and in hotel procedures with a willingness to learn new skills and/or improve existing ones, have the ability to solve routine problems that occur on the job and ask for help whenever you are not sure how to do something.

Safety & Security:

The safety and security of our guests and associates is of utmost importance to Crescent. Every Crescent associate should adhere to the hotel security policies and procedures, particularly regarding key controls, lifting heavy objects, using chemicals, and effectively reporting safety hazards and safety concerns.

NOTE:

This description excludes non-essential and marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of the fundamental job duties. Furthermore, the specific examples in each section are not intended to be all-inclusive. Rather, they represent the typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully. Other job-related duties may be assigned by the associate's supervisor.

Furthermore, this description is subject to change, in the sole discretion of the Company, and in no way creates an employment contract, implied or otherwise; each associate remains, at all times, an "at will" associate.