Casino Host

PENN Entertainment, Inc. • Bay St Louis, MS

64d

About The Position

The Casino Host position is responsible for developing and maintaining valuable relationships with players through marketing measures and exceptional customer service skills. The following and other duties may be assigned as necessary at Hollywood Casino Gulf Coast and Boomtown Casino Biloxi:

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university; or minimum of five (5) years customer service experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of one (1) year Casino Guest Service experience, including but not limited to Player Development, Slots, or Table Games.
• Must have intermediate computer knowledge; MS Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook), Sales Force (CMS); ACSC preferred.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Must have the ability to interact with guests, staff and colleagues and resolve problems and conflicts in a diplomatic and tactful manner.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality and a high level of professionalism at all times.
• Must have the ability to write reports and business correspondence.
• Must be able to obtain a Gaming Permit. Must successfully complete ServSafe Alcohol training certification course.
• Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must have the ability to identify problems, collect data, analyze, and draw valid conclusions.
• Must have the ability to interpret a variety of instructions (i.e., written, oral, etc.)

Nice To Haves

• One (1) year of hosting experience with adequate customer following preferred.
• ACSC preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in resolving guest opportunities, conflicts, and complaints on behalf of the Company in a fair and equitable manner.
• Develops relationship with players to grow customer base and increase Company revenues by assuring customer retention and repeat business.
• Attracts and manages customers through weekly telemarketing and in person contact on the casino floor. Exercises discretion to provide guests with hospitality arrangements, including rooms, food, beverages, and assists with special requests.
• Proactively seeks out new business on casino floor, introducing the benefits of and soliciting enrollment for the guest loyalty reward program.
• Responsible for being highly knowledgeable of credit procedures, if applicable. Encourages the use of credit and may extend lines of credit when appropriate and permissible by state regulatory law.
• Devotes significant time being visible and available on the casino floor in order to meet and greet guests during individual visits as well during special events.
• Resolves guest opportunities, conflicts, and complaints on behalf of the Company in a fair and equitable manner.
• Makes decisions regarding valuable complimentaries based on a consideration of recorded play, earned points, comp availability and customer profitability.
• Utilizes telemarketing, correspondence, referrals, email and events to solicit and grow existing business.
• Achieves departmental sales and growth goals.
• Develops in-house invitation lists for special events and other significant hosting events.
• Enthusiastically supports, actively promotes, and demonstrates superior customer service in accordance with department and company standards and programs.
• Attends and aids in the coordination of special events.
• Exhibits a friendly, helpful, and courteous manner when dealing with customers of fellow hosts.
• Utilizes Sales Force (CMS) tracking for all player contacts, profile preferences, and tasks. Completes all Sales Force task requirements in a timely manner. Reviews all monthly metrics with Manager and sets quarterly goals.
• Develops and maintains technical skills to maximize use of patron data systems.
• Establishes a direct line of communication with all service departments for the purpose of caring for variety levels of players.
• Monitors patron activity and profitability of all assigned players.
• Maintains the confidentiality of player information including but not limited to personal information such as name, address, contact information, level of play, wins, losses, number of visits, etc.
• Provides assistance at special events as needed.
• Provides professional representation on behalf of the Company at internal and external meetings and events.
• Ensures interactions with internal and external guests follow the guidelines of customer service program.
• Adheres to all Corporate and local policies, procedures, and operating guidelines.
• Responsible for ensuring the compliance with all regulatory compliance within area of responsibility and reporting potential issues to management.

Benefits

• wellness programs designed to support our team members' financial, physical, and mental well-being
• day-one medical coverage
• 401(k) matching
• annual performance bonus
• Paid time off is earned according to the local policy and increases with the length of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation Industries
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees