Guest Service Agent Aloft Vaughan Mills

**Guest Services Agent**

We are currently looking for a **Full Time**Guest Services Agent** The primary responsibility of the Guest Service Agent is to provide our hotel guests with a positive first and last impression, as well as provide them with exceptional service.

**What We Offer**
- Work with like-minded team members who are passionate about their work and keep things fun, every day
- Working with a reputable brand and being part of Silver Hotel Group, a company committed to ensuring a culture of respect, appreciation, and fun (among other things of course)
- A fast-paced environment in an exciting industry, where you get the chance to meet people from all over the world. It’s a good place to be right now
- Education Reimbursement for you (and your children)
- Annual Wellness Credit
- Team Member Referral Program
- Leadership Development
- Team Building Events
- Culture of Recognition Program
- Hotel Stay Discounts

**Key Responsibilities**

**_ Reporting to the Guest Services Manager, the Guest Service Agent will:_**
- Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times with guests and team members;
- Comply with all company standards and brand standards, if applicable;
- Interact with all guests during check-in and check-out procedure;
- Create and cancel reservations as required, handle check-in and check-outs;
- Greet all incoming and outgoing calls in a professional and timely manner;
- Maintain proper operation of Front Desk telephones, be familiar with daily sell rates;
- Balance and prepare individual paperwork for closing of shift with hotel standards;
- Work closely and maintain proper communication with all hotel departments;
- Handle guest registration and room assignments, accommodating special requests whenever possible;
- Handle guest check-ins/check-outs in accordance with hotel credit/cash handling policies in an efficient and friendly manner;
- Resolve customer complaints; assist customers in all inquiries in connection with hotel services, in-house events, directions, local attractions, check cashing, gift shop, safety boxes etc.;
- Perform other duties assigned by the Supervisor or department manager.

**What We are Looking for...**
- Customer Service experience, preferably in a Hotel Front Desk position;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential;
- Computer literate in Word and Excel. Maestro's or Opera experience is an asset;
- Results-oriented with the ability to be flexible and work well in a busy and demanding environment;
- A self-motivated individual with the ability to problem solve, initiate action, and complete projects in a timely manner with mínimal supervision;
- Must be friendly, energetic, enthusiastic, and self-motivated, with a professional appearance;
- Available to work days, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays as required;
- Must be legally authorized to work in Canada.

**About Aloft Vaughan Mills**

The Aloft Vaughan Mills is a star all on its own, our trendy hotel offers excitement inside and out. It is just a couple of steps away from Vaughan Mills, a unique and dynamic mega-mall with upscale restaurants and specialty shops, Canada’s Wonderland; and the great outdoors. At Aloft, stylish décor blends with modern comfort to make all rooms cozy, featuring the signature Aloft ultra-comfortable bed, an oversized spa shower, custom amenities by Bliss® Spa, and complimentary wireless Internet access. In addition to convenient access to hot attractions, Aloft Vaughan Mills offers the Re:fuel self-serve gourmet pantry, W XYZ bar and Re:mix lounge to relax or play.

Silver Hotel Group (SHG) is a family-owned Canadian hotel investment, development, and management company. Our portfolio includes hotels in Canada and the U.S. and ranges from internationally branded full and select-service hotels to independent and boutique hotels. At SHG, our culture is fundamental to our success. Each empowered team member strives to exhibit passion, creativity, and fun every day. Together, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences by living our core values as our road map: Accountability, Teamwork, Leadership, Diversity, Integrity, Giving, Fun, and Recognition. As we continue to grow, our mantra “You Matter” resonates with our 600+ team members in how we do business, which will continue to enhance engagement and retention. Today, we look for new team members who demonstrate both aptitude and the passion to embrace and contribute to our Culture.

Help us build something exceptional

The Silver Hotel Group believes in outstanding hospitality and takes seriously its obligations under the Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are committed to respecting the independence and dignity of all persons by providing a barrier-free environment for all guests, colleagues, and job applicants. Accommodations are available upon request for all applicants with a disability throughout the recruitment process. Ple