Guest Service Representative

TownePlace Suites Austin Round Rock•Austin, TX

About The Position

The TownePlace Suites Round Rock, managed by Vista Host Management & Development Company, offers all-suite accommodations for extended stays, conveniently located near major businesses and shopping areas in Round Rock, Texas. With a complimentary breakfast, outdoor pool, and fitness center, the hotel is ideal for business and leisure travelers looking for a comfortable stay. The Guest Service Representative is responsible for all guest interactions at the front desk, including registration, departure processing, and communication of hotel services. This role requires a high level of customer focus, providing an opportunity for an engaging and outgoing personality to create positive guest experiences. Duties also include processing payments and responding to guest inquiries, while following all procedures set by management. The Guest Service Representative role is best suited for someone who: · Enjoys engaging with guests and has a friendly, outgoing personality. · Has strong communication skills and a passion for delivering excellent customer service. · Is adaptable, able to handle multiple tasks, and can maintain a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment. · Takes ownership of guest experiences, ensuring they are pleasant and accommodating.

Requirements

Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both written and verbally.
Must be able to stand for extended periods.
Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs.
Ability to work independently and manage tasks without supervision.

Responsibilities

Provide exceptional customer service to all hotel guests, making their stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible while achieving team and brand goals.
Perform quality assurance (QA) requirements for the front office department.
Ensure compliance with hotel policies, procedures, and relevant ordinances regarding personnel, security, cash handling, guest relations, and safety.
Remain highly visible and readily available for guests, taking initiative to offer assistance or answer questions.
Adhere to hotel credit policies, including credit card authorization, direct bill accounts, cash payments, and incidental deposits.
Manage guest complaints, taking ownership to resolve issues and ensure superior guest satisfaction.
Greet, register, suggestively sell (and upsell), issue room keys, and assign rooms in a friendly and efficient manner.
Provide information about the hotel, amenities, local dining, attractions, and travel directions.
Accurately check out guests and communicate departures to housekeeping.
Make, confirm, and cancel reservations via telephone, computer, and written communication.
Answer and route internal and external phone calls in a friendly manner, following prescribed procedures.
Update the shift-to-shift log regularly to ensure clear communication between shifts.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of the hotel lobby, coffee stations, and front desk area.
Assist other departments as needed and perform other related duties as assigned.