Job Description

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The franchised La Quinta by Wyndham location in Clifton , New Jersey is seeking a Guest Services Agent (Test Job) to join its team at the La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Clifton/Rutherford.

The Role

The Guest Service Agent is responsible for providing attentive, courteous and efficient service to all guests during check-in, throughout their stay, and at checkout, while maximizing room revenue and occupancy.

What you'll do

  • Greet and welcome all guests approaching the Front Desk in accordance with Wyndham standards.
  • Maintain proper operation of the PBX console and ensure that all hotel standards are met (if applicable).
  • Answer guest inquires about hotel services, facilities and hours of operation in a timely manner.
  • Ensure logging and delivery of packages, mail and messages to guests and meeting rooms.
  • Review Front Office log and Trace File daily.
  • Answer inquires from guests regarding restaurants, transportation, entertainment, etc.
  • Follow all cash handling and credit policies.
  • Be aware of all rates, packages and special promotions as listed in the Red Book.
  • Be familiar with all in-house groups.
  • Be aware of closed out and restricted dates.
  • Obtain all necessary information when taking room reservations and follow the rate-quoting scenario.
  • Be familiar with hospitality terminology.
  • Have knowledge of emergency procedures and assist as needed.
  • Handle check-ins and checkouts in a friendly, efficient and courteous manner.
  • Use proper two-way radio etiquette at all times when communicating with other employees.
  • Fully comprehend and be able to operate all relevant aspects of the Front Desk computer system.
  • Be able to perform and complete all tasks and duties on the shift checklist in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Be able to complete a bucket check, room rate verification report, and housekeeping report.
  • Balance and prepare individual paperwork for closing of shift according to hotel standards.
  • Maintain and market promotions and guest programs.
  • Maintain a clean work area.
  • Assist guests with safe deposit boxes.

You'll be successful if you have

  • College course work in related field helpful.
  • Experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.
  • High School diploma or equivalent required.
  • Computer experience required.
  • Customer Services experience preferred.

Required Qualifications/Experience

  • Flexible and long hours sometimes required.
  • Light work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
  • Ability to stand during entire shift.

To apply, please email your resume to dummyemail@email.com for consideration.

Brand: La Quinta by Wyndham
Location: Clifton , New Jersey , United States , 07014
Employment Status: Full-time
Hourly Rate / Salary: insert if provided on job posting request; otherwise, remove line


This job posting is provided by Wyndham Hotel Group, LLC (“WHG”) as a courtesy to an independently owned and operated hotel under one of WHG’s hotel franchising subsidiaries. WHG disclaims any responsibility for the content or accuracy of this job posting.

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