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Guest Service Agent

Hilton Garden Inn Austin University Capitol

301 W 17th S
Austin, TX 78701

214 Room Hotel
Managed By HHM Hotels
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Full-Time

Application deadline: October 31, 2024 or until filled

Opportunity:  Guest Service Agent

Greet, register and service guests in a friendly and courteous manner according to hotel/brand and sustainability standards. 

Your Growth Path

Front Desk Supervisor or Sales Coordinator – Front Office Manager or Sales Manager

Your Focus
  • Immediately greet guests and offer to assist with their needs.
  • Register and assign guests to hotel rooms.
  • Establish methods of payment and verify credit.
  • Make and confirm reservations.
  • Compute bills, collect payments, and make change for guests.
  • Transmit and receive messages, using telephones or the PMS system.
  • Respond to guest requests in a timely manner.
  • Receive and resolve guest complaints, elevating to supervisor if necessary. 
  • Secure guests' valuables in hotel safe or safe-deposit boxes, if not available in guest rooms.
  • Perform bookkeeping activities, such as balancing accounts and conducting audits.
  • Be aware of guest satisfaction scores and work toward increasing departmental and overall guest satisfaction. 
  • Follow sustainability guidelines and practices related to HHM’s EarthView program.
  • Practice safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment and follow MSDS and OSHA standards.
  • Assist in the breakfast area or assist guests with luggage when staffing assistance is required or during peak periods.
  • Ensure overall guest satisfaction.
  • Perform other duties as requested by management.

Your Background and Skill

  • High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Previous customer service experience or equivalent training required.
  • Knowledge of PMS systems preferred.

Work Environment and Context

  • Work schedule varies and may include working on holidays, weekends and alternate shifts.
  • Requires standing for extended periods, walking, pushing, lifting up to 25 pounds, bending and reaching; stooping, kneeling, or crouching.

What We Believe

People Are Our Capability – Hearts That Serve – Only Excellence – Stay Nimble - Own It

Posted October 25, 2024

Hilton Garden Inn Austin University Capitol

Ideal location in Downtown Austin

In the heart of Downtown Austin, we are just a few blocks from the University of Texas, Darrell K Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium, The Moody Center, Capitol of Texas and a short distance to the famous 6th Street in Downtown Austin. Enjoy a taste of Austin in our locally inspired restaurant Analog and take in one-of-a-kind views of the University, Capitol and Downtown on the 17th Floor at Apex Rooftop.

Dining and Drinks

A cooked-to-order breakfast is the perfect start to your day. For lunch and dinner, Analog serves locally sourced cuisine along with a selection of classic and modern cocktails.