Description

Responsibilities

• Maintain the professional appearance of the Front Desk with a focus on hospitality and Guest service
• Interact with guests on an individual level, thus creating a relationship and culture that will result in repeat stays.

• Maintain cleanliness of Lobby + Front Desk areas, restocking area where needed.

• Anticipate guests’ needs, respond promptly and acknowledge all guests, however busy and whatever time of day.

• Assist with VIP meet & greets at check in whenever possible. Walk VIP rooms to ensure amenities and room meet arrival standards.

• Manage Guest requests, inquiries, and complaints promptly, escalating to FOM where necessary.

• Ensure that guest complaints are entered and resolved by end of shift.

• Compose handover report

• Participate and conduct AM/PM shift meetings ensuring team is well informed.

• Monitor the performance, standards, and appearance of the team with an emphasis on training and team work by coaching and supporting associates.

• Maintain and encourage a professional atmosphere at all times (conversations, tone, demeanor, uniforms, etc.)

• Assist with employee recognition and appreciation

• Maximize sales revenues through up-selling and train agents on up-sell techniques.

• Review remaining due out rooms and place courtesy calls.

• Assist with weekly or biweekly inventory

• Perform other duties as requested by management.

Skills

• You are a great communicator both verbally and in writing.

• Outstanding organizational and time management processes.

• Must be knowledgeable of management company policies and property community policies.

• Exhibits a high level of professionalism in all interactions/situations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ hospitality experience, preferably in the luxury lifestyle hotel

• 1+ year leadership experience

• Must be knowledgeable of hotel products, services, pricing and special promotional offers, as well as daily VIP and special events. 

• Must be able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive guest and colleague information.

• Capacity to work varied shifts – including weekends and holidays.

• Ability to develop, plan, and implement short and long-range goals.

Compensation for this position ranges from $24-25/hr

No Job Description for a position can possibly include all duties which may be requested by guests or required by the hotel. The objective of all positions is to effectively provide the services personally, or to immediately refer requests to the appropriate department manager. The items listed above are a summary of the major responsibilities of the position that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

We are proud to offer competitive wellness options and perks for both Part Time- and Full-Time employees;

• Dedicated employee parking lot pass with company contribution for full time employees, fully-funded for salaried managers 
• Employer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance 
• Company-funded $25K in complimentary life insurance and $1K/mo. in disability 
• Optional Disability, Life and AD&D, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance options 
• Additional Health & Wellness benefits including prescription and gym membership discounts 
• Generous Paid Time Off package including Employer Paid Leave plus immediate Paid Vacation accruals 
• Flexible and understanding work-life equality 
• Family Matters Program of 10+ weeks fully paid parental leave for new parents 
• 401k employer match, up to 4% of salary 
• Competitive wages with ongoing market analysis with annual performance evaluations and compensation adjustments 
• Discounted employee and immediate family hotel rates as low as $59 per night at EOS Hospitality portfolio locations 
• Food and Beverage discount of 50% Off at EOS Hospitality portfolio locations 
• Discounted lodging rates from New England Inn & Resort Association partners 
• Pathways for growth and professional development including training and tuition reimbursement 
• Incentive opportunities for both hourly and managerial roles 
• Supportive, open workplace culture 
• Company-funded Employee Assistance Program for life and mental health resources 

About The Press Hotel

Magnificently reborn, The Press Hotel is proudly rooted in Portland’s past. The structure we call home was once the Gannett Building, the historic headquarters of the Portland Press Herald—the state’s largest newspaper. While the days of printing presses may be over, we continue to honor our history with thoughtful touches throughout the property. Under new ownership and management by EOS Hospitality, The Press begins its next edition.  

Onsite, we offer over 100 guest rooms with varying room types, a hyper-local full-service restaurant - Union, and our lobby cafe and bar - Inkwell, as well as meeting and event spaces ranging in size to accommodate corporate groups and social events.  

Visit us online at The Press Hotel and explore our parent company, EOS Hospitality for more information about the amazing ways we’re making a difference. 

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.