Guest Experience Controller
FAENA · New York, NY · 2 mo ago
Finance$38/hrFull-time
About the role
This full time position has a hourly compensation rate of $38.00 an hour.
Responsibilities
- Manage daily room assignment process to ensure guest preferences and operational requirements are met.
- Cook up with Housekeeping and Front Office teams to prioritize room readiness based on arrival patterns and VIP needs.
- Maintain accurate records of room inventory, out-of-order rooms, and special blockings.
- Apply dynamic selling strategies to match guest preferences with room availability.
- Collaborate with Front Office and Revenue teams to align on upgrade targets and performance goals.
- Act as liaison between Reservations, Front Desk, Housekeeping, and Engineering to support seamless room allocation.
- In-Room Dining Order Coordination:
- Answer guest calls promptly and professionally, taking orders for in-room dining, amenities, or service requests, and detailed order confirmations.
- Provide knowledgeable recommendations and anticipate guest needs.
- Cook accurate delivery with internal departments and ensure timely service.
- Follow up on guest requests to ensure satisfactions.
- Input orders accurately into the POS system and coordinate with kitchen and service teams for timely delivery.
- Monitor order times and follow up to ensure guest satisfaction and prompt resolution of any issues.
- Update guests on any menu changes, unavailable items, or special promotions.
- Guest Experience & Communication:
- Respond to guest requests with efficiency, grace, and discretion.
- Handle VIP and special occasion arrangements, ensuring personalized attention to detail.
- Ensure all communication between departments regarding room statuses or IRD orders is clear and timely.
- Administrative & System Support:
- Use Opera or similar PMS to manage room blocking and guest profiles.
- Utilize POS and dining systems to ensure accurate order entry and guest billing.
- Maintain records and logs for IRD orders, room readiness, and departmental coordination.
Requirements
- Minimum 2-3 years of experience in front office, reservations, or guest services within luxury hospitality.
- Experience in in-room dining or F&B coordination highly preferred.
- Proficiency in Opera (PMS), POS systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Able to multitask in a dual-function role while maintaining poise and professionalism.
- Strong verbal communication and written skills.
- Availability to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
- Fluency in English; additional languages a plus.
Qualifications
- Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Natural communicator with strong listening and problem-solving skills.
- Strong guest service orientation and problem-solving mindset.
- Professional phone etiquette and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to thrive in a high-volume, detail-oriented, luxury environment.
- Discretion and confidentiality handling guest preferences and VIP logistics.
Skills
- Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Natural communicator with strong listening and problem-solving skills.
- Strong guest service orientation and problem-solving mindset.
- Professional phone etiquette and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to thrive in a high-volume, detail-oriented, luxury environment.
- Discretion and confidentiality handling guest preferences and VIP logistics.
Benefits
Not specified.
Pay
$38.00 an hour.
Schedule
Flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, and holidays.