Guest Relations Supervisor - The Willard InterContinental Washington

Negotiable
Experience
Unlimited
Job Type
Full Time
Location
Portugal, Ave
Job Description

About Us 

IHG Hotels
& Resorts 
is one
of the largest hotel companies in the world and one of the world’s leading hotel
and resort companies with a family of 21 brands. Our purpose – True Hospitality
for Good – comes to life in every one of our collections. With luxury
and lifestyle, we are taking it to new heights.

style="margin: 5pt 0in 0in 0.5in;">Five
visionary brands - InterContinental, Regent Hotels, Six Senses, Vignette
Collection and Kimpton Hotels - make up our luxury collection. Individually,
they are icons. Together, they bring unforgettable and unparalleled experiences
to travelers in over 430 hotels and resorts in 100 countries around
the world. 

style="color: black; font-family: "Arial Nova", sans-serif;"> style="font-size: 10pt;">Having recently added a host of incredible properties
to our portfolio, we now stand as one of the world’s leading luxury operators.

Each of our hotels cultivates a distinctive style and ambience where we embrace
every opportunity to give our guests unforgettable
and unparalleled experiences. 

About
the hotel

style="color: black; font-family: "Arial Nova", sans-serif;"> style="font-size: 10pt;">The Willard InterContinental Washington, DC is one
of the most iconic hotels in the Nation’s Capital. Since 1818, the Willard
InterContinental Hotel has played host to the world’s social and political
elite. Often referred to as the ‘Residence of Presidents’, The Willard
has welcomed U.S. presidents, foreign dignitaries and celebrities, as well
as has been the site of many historic moments in U.S. history. Located in
the heart of the nation's capital on Pennsylvania Avenue, the Willard continues
to be the hotel of choice for heads of state and leaders of the world's
business, cultural, social and political sectors. 

style="margin: 5pt 0in 0in 0.5in;">About the Guest Relations Supervisor
position

style="color: black; font-family: "Arial Nova", sans-serif;"> style="font-size: 10pt;">First impressions count. To get our guests’ memorable
experiences off to an unforgettable start, we’re looking for a Guest Relations
Supervisor who can make transactions feel seamless, offer exceptional local
insights, anticipate every request to make our guests feel right at home
and guide the team to success.

A little taste of your
day-to-day

style="color: black; font-family: "Arial Nova", sans-serif;"> style="font-size: 10pt;">Every day is different, but you’ll mostly
be:

  • Coaching your team to deliver truly
    memorable guest experiences 
  • Kicking off incredible guest experiences with the warmest
    of welcomes

  • Acknowledging IHG Rewards Club members and returning
    guests

  • Ensuring
    VIPS’s and key guests receive exquisite attention
  • style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 5pt;"> style="color: black; font-family: "Arial Nova", sans-serif;"> style="font-size: 10pt;">Making the check-in and check-out process feel swift
    and seamless

  • Staying
    a step ahead of our guests’ needs to anticipate
    requests

  • Offering tailored
    recommendations

  • Being our
    guests’ trusted contact for everything from billing issues to restaurant
    recommendations

What we need
from you

  • Higher education
    qualification / equivalent in Hotel Management/ Business
    Administration

  • 3 years
    of Front Office/Guest Service experience

  • style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 5pt;"> style="color: black; font-family: "Arial Nova", sans-serif;"> style="font-size: 10pt;">Communication skills - guests will need to come to
    you with concerns as well as compliments, so you’ll be easy to talk
    to

  • Your problem-solving
    skills will turn issues into opportunities, so every guest leaves with great
    memories

  • Fluency in the local
    language - extra language skills would be great, but
    not essential

What you can expect
from us

style="color: black; font-family: "Arial Nova", sans-serif;"> style="font-size: 10pt;">We give our people everything they need to succeed.

From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range
of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – including a full
uniform, impressive room discounts and some of the best training in
the business. 

style="color: black; font-family: "Arial Nova", sans-serif;"> style="font-size: 10pt;">The hourly pay rate for this role is $29.91. This rate
is only applicable for jobs to be performed in Washington, DC. This is
the starting rate we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at
the time of this posting. We may pay more or less than the posted rate, and
the rate may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within
the pay range will be based on several factors including, but limited
to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills,
seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales
or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational
needs. 

style="color: black; font-family: "Arial Nova", sans-serif;"> style="font-size: 10pt;">We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including
paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k, and many other benefits
to eligible employees.

You can apply for this role through
the link below (or through the internal career site if you are a current
employee). 

style="color: black; font-family: "Arial Nova", sans-serif;"> style="font-size: 10pt;">Note: No amount of pay is considered wages
or compensation until earned, vested, and determinable.

The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form
of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in
the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at
the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

style="margin: 5pt 0in 0in 0.5in;">Our mission
is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference
and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels &
Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote
a culture of trust, support, and acceptance by always welcoming different
backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. 

style="margin: 5pt 0in 0in 0.5in;">IHG Hotels
& Resorts gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow
and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well,
we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our
myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health,
lifestyle, and workplace.  So, join us and you’ll become part of our
ever-growing global family.

style="font-size: 10pt;">At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we’ve made a promise.
As one of the world’s leading hotel groups, we’re here to deliver True
Hospitality for Good.

Making our guests and colleagues feel welcome, cared for, recognised
and respected – wherever they are in the world. Want to be part of
the journey?

style="font-family: "Arial Nova", sans-serif;">As the world’s first and most global luxury hotel brand, InterContinental
Hotels & Resorts has pioneered international travel since the 1940s and
we are passionate about sharing our renowned international know-how and cultural
wisdom in truly impressive surroundings. We all take great pride in
being genuine ambassadors of the InterContinental®️ brand and to be part of
the brand you will have a thirst for travel, a passion for culture and
an appreciation for diversity. We create inspiring experiences for those seeking
a richer perspective on the world. If you’d like to embrace a world
of opportunities, we’d like to welcome you to the world’s most international
luxury hotel brand.

style="font-family: "Arial Nova", sans-serif;">Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be
a great fit for the job?

We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with
us today.