Join Our Team at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront!
Holiday Inn Express & Suites is seeking a Part-Time Hotel Guest Service Agent, Part-Time Hotel Front Desk Clerk or Part-Time Hotel Front Office Agent.
About Us:Working at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront offers numerous benefits, including professional growth within the globally recognized IHG brand, access to comprehensive training, and career development opportunities. Associates enjoy competitive wages, discounted hotel stays, and a supportive, team-oriented work environment. The Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront is in Covington, Kentucky, just a mile from downtown Cincinnati. Our hotel offers a perfect blend of convenience and community. As a smaller, select-service property with around 30 employees, we operate in an environment where everyone knows and supports each other. We are proud to be ranked #2 of 9 on TripAdvisor, recognized by the American Bus Association as one of the Best Places to Stay, and recipients of several Commonwealth Annual Awards for our outstanding service. Our prime location puts you close to dining and events at Main Strasse Village, and just minutes from major attractions like Great American Ballpark, Paul Brown Stadium, and the PromoWest Pavilion Ovation Music Center. If you are looking to join a welcoming team in a vibrant area, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront is the perfect place for you.
Why This Role?Working as a Part-Time Hotel Guest Service Agent, Part-Time Front Desk Agent, or Part-Time Front Desk Clerk at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront offers a rewarding opportunity to be part of a dynamic hospitality team. The Part-Time Hotel Guest Service Agent, Front Desk Agent, or Front Desk Clerk allows you to be at the forefront of delivering exceptional service, ensuring guests have a seamless and enjoyable experience from check-in to check-out. With the hotel's convenient location near the airport, you will interact with a diverse range of travelers, from business professionals to vacationing families, providing a chance to build strong communication and problem-solving skills.
What's In It for You?Exclusive Discounts: Hotel, food, and beverage savings for personal travel
Professional Growth: Online training courses
Additional Support: Employee Assistance Program, jury duty leaves, bereavement leave, and more
Key Responsibilities for the Part-Time Hotel Guest Service Agent, Front Desk Clerk, or Front Office Agent include: - Guest Check-In and Check-Out: Assisting guests with the check-in and check-out process efficiently, ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience.
- Reservations Management: Handling room reservations, cancellations, and modifications accurately while maintaining up-to-date records.
- Customer Service: Responding promptly and professionally to guest inquiries, complaints, and special requests, aiming to exceed guest expectations.
- Payment Processing: Handling payment transactions, including room charges, deposits, and refunds, while ensuring accuracy and compliance with hotel policies.
- Communication Hub: Coordinating with other hotel departments, such as housekeeping and maintenance, to address guest needs and resolve issues promptly.
- Providing Information: Offering information about hotel services, amenities, local attractions, and transportation options to assist guests with their plans.
- Problem-Solving: Resolving guest concerns or complaints effectively, escalating issues when necessary to maintain satisfaction.
- Maintaining Records: Keeping accurate and organized records of guest stays, payments, and interactions in the hotel's property management system (PMS).
- Promoting Hotel Services: Upselling rooms and promoting hotel amenities, such as dining options or event spaces, to enhance the guest experience.
- Ensuring Security: Following safety and security protocols to safeguard guests, staff, and property, including verifying guest identification and monitoring for suspicious activity.
What We are Looking for in a Part-Time Hotel Guest Service Agent, Front Desk Clerk or Front Office Agent: - Previous experience in customer-facing roles, such as in hospitality, retail, or food service, is often required or preferred.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a focus on delivering exceptional service are essential.
- Familiarity with using computers and software systems, especially reservation or property management systems (PMS)
- Strong verbal and written communication skills are necessary for interacting with guests and team members professionally and clearly.
- Experience handling guest complaints or resolving conflicts in a calm and effective manner is an asset.
- Previous roles that required managing multiple tasks, such as answering phones, handling reservations, and assisting guests simultaneously, prepare candidates for the demands of the job.
- Hospitality or Front Desk Experience (Preferred)
- A high school diploma or equivalent
- Experience in jobs with irregular hours, such as evening, weekend, or holiday shifts, helps demonstrate adaptability to the hospitality industry's demands.
Applicants should have the flexibility to work weekends & holidays
Why Commonwealth Hotels?Founded in 1986, Commonwealth Hotels is a leading hospitality management company known for our exceptional guest and associate satisfaction, market premiums, and superior ROI. We believe in fostering a world-class culture where great people deliver extraordinary results.
Explore Our Hotel:https://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/covington/cvgke/hoteldetail
At Commonwealth Hotels, we value diversity and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merits, and business needs.
Join us in shaping the future of hospitality in Cincinnati, Ohio. Apply today!