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Concierge | Radisson Plaza Hotel | PT

Greenleaf Hospitality
Part-time
On-site
Kalamazoo, Michigan, United States

Overview

A Look Into Working in Concierge

Be part of a high-energy team that creates unforgettable guest experiences! Work directly with VIPs and travelers from around the world, personalizing stays, curating special amenities, and providing expert local recommendations. As a Concierge member, you'll deliver seamless, high-end service, collaborating across departments to enhance guest satisfaction.

Enjoy opportunities for professional growth, competitive benefits, and a supportive team culture in a fast-paced, customer-centric environment. If you're passionate about hospitality, thrive on problem-solving, and love making people feel special, this is your chance to shine! Flexible hours, career development, and a company committed to innovation and teamwork await you.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Work directly with clients and VIPs from all over the world on a personal level and present learned information to staff to personalize guest experiences
  • Own the VIP and Amenities processes; ensuring amenities are gathered, put together and delivered; staying on top of and recognizing birthdays, anniversaries, etc
  • Continuously updating knowledge regarding the hotel, its facilities, and the local surrounding area with its restaurants and attractions
  • Organize and order inventory to keep the team stocked and ready
  • Decorate rooms, gifts, and packages accordingly for special occasions
  • Build positive relationship with guests and find new ways to create exemplary guest experiences
  • Work towards goals to benefit the company and the team
  • Move between tasks and roles with ease
  • Balance and have knowledge of all units of the front office team
  • Execute daily shift processes to adhere to standard operating procedures
  • Review billing, processes, and resolve billing discrepancies and disputes
  • Take initiative and stay curious to create new efficiencies for the team
  • Respond to guest concerns and complaints with empathy while upholding policy
  • Read, discern and problem solve billing disputes clearly and confidently
  • Answer inquiries regarding hotel services and reservations by email, by telephone and in person in order to cross-sell and provide a personalized guest experience
  • Contribute to an energetic and positive work environment
  • Provide information about services available in the community, local attractions and events
  • Understand what events are being held in the hotel utilizing multiple platforms
  • Perform the basic functions of a Front Desk associate
  • Responsible for continued training in product knowledge and service standards
  • Perform other duties as assigned, requested or deemed necessary by management

Qualifications

What You Need for this Position

  • Able to work weekends and Holidays; schedule based off of hotel needs
  • Food Handlers & TIPS Certification completed upon hire
  • Advanced understanding of food and beverage products including wine and spirits knowledge
  • Reliable personal transportation
  • Very detail oriented, creative, and highly organized
  • Passionate and motivated about people and the industry
  • Driven by purpose, mission, values, and has sense of integrity
  • Able to work closely with staff through strong communication and verbal skills
  • Positivity and flexibility in an ever changing environment
  • Able to problem solve on the spot and make prompt but thoughtful decisions
  • Posses efficient typing skills
  • Able to stand for long periods of time, up to 8 hours or more
  • Able to stoop and bend
  • Able to lift up to 40 pounds from time to time
  • Able to safely work with potentially dangerous chemicals and equipment
  • Able to comply with safety and health code standards
  • Able to handle responsibilities that require repetitive motion tasks
  • Experience with Opera or a Rooms Management system is a plus, but not required

What’s in it for You

  • Medical/Dental/Vision  (Full-Time option)
  • 401K with 100% match up to 3% (Full-Time option)
  • Parental Leave Program (Full-Time Option)
  • Robust Employee Assistance Program providing a wide range of services including up to 7 free counseling sessions per year
  • Health and Wellness reimbursement up to $600 annually for items like massages, gym memberships, running shoes etc.
  • Shift meal provided per day
  • 10% Discount on GHG outlets
  • Discounted hotel rates at Choice Hotels Worldwide

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