Studio Operations Assistant Jobs in Baltimore, MD

DESCRIPTION
Front Desk Agents are responsible for greeting and registering the guest providing outstanding guest service during their stay and settling the guest's account upon completion of their stay. Primary responsibilities include: registering guests making and modifying reservations hotel operator and concierge duties. Providing attentive courteous and efficient service to all guests prior to arrival and throughout their stay while maximizing room revenue and occupancy.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience in a hotel or a related field preferred but not required.
• Possess a positive and upbeat personality with a desire to deliver outstanding customer service to our guests.
• Demonstrate the ability to multi-task be detail-oriented and be able to problem solve in order to effectively deal with internal and external customers.
• Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly.
• Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately.
• Must work well in stressful high pressure situations.
• Must be effective in handling problems in the workplace including anticipating preventing identifying and solving problems as necessary.
• Must be effective at listening to understanding and clarifying the issues raised by co-workers and guests.
• Must be able to work with and understand financial information and data and basic arithmetic functions.
• Ability to perform numerical operations using basic counting adding subtracting multiplying and dividing
• Ability to read comprehend and write simple instructions and/or short correspondence and memos
• Ability to use logic to define the problem collect information establish facts draw valid conclusions interpret information and deal with abstract variables for unique or unfamiliar situations
• Ability to participate in the creation of an enjoyable work environment
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Approach all encounters with guests and associates in a friendly service oriented manner.
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming which include wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working (per brand standards).
• Maintain regular attendance in compliance with hotel standards as required by scheduling which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
• Comply at all times with hotel policies standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
• Greet and welcome all guests approaching the Front Desk in accordance with hotel standards; maintain a friendly and warm demeanor at all times.
• Handle requests for information mail and messages in an efficient and courteous manner.
• Answer guest inquires about hotel service facilities and hours of operation.
• Answer inquiries from guests regarding restaurants transportation entertainment etc.
• Establish and maintain good communications and team work with fellow associates and other departments within the hotel.
• Obtain all necessary information when taking room reservations and follow rate quoting scenario.
• Have knowledge of and assist in emergency procedures as required.
• Handle check-ins and check-outs in a friendly efficient and courteous manner.
• Fully comprehend and be able to operate all relevant aspects of the Front Desk computer system.
• Ensure logging and delivery of packages mail and messages as needed to guests and meeting rooms.
• As needed deliver guest items such as luggage newspapers messages packages amenities or other items requested by guests or team members
• Maintain an up to date working knowledge of all property amenities as well as any special events local area attractions and things to do around the hotel.
• Perform other duties as assigned which may include but is not limited to the following: helping coworkers in other areas of the hotel maintaining a clean and organized work area and overall cleanliness and safety throughout the hotel and grounds.
REQUIREMENTS
Studio 6 Catonsville, MD - Baltimore West is visibly located off interstate 695. BWI Airport is a 16 minute drive. Nearby are shopping sites, eateries, and attractionsAt Studio 6 Catonsville, MD - Baltimore West guests are greeted by the front desk staff available 24/7. Amenities include a coin laundry facility and truck parking. All guest rooms are smoke-free and include a microwave and full size fridge, coffee maker, free Wi-Fi, local calls, and extended cable service. Fresh brewed coffee is served daily in the morning for no cost. Children stay free with an adult and pets are welcomed.