Guest Relations Associate - Hotel Paso Del Norte - El Paso, TX

About this position

Hotel Equities, a multi-award-winning hotel development and hospitality management company, is currently searching for a remarkable Guest Relations Associate for the Hotel Paso Del Norte in El Paso Texas.

The pay range for this position is $16.00 to $17.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications

The Guest Relations Ambassador oversees daily front-of-house operations to enhance guest experience, optimize guest satisfaction, and build brand loyalty.

This role coordinates arrivals, departures, and in-house experiences while serving as a primary liaison between guests and cross-functional hotel departments and leaders.

• Deliver premium guest service throughout the guest journey, anticipating needs and expressing genuine appreciation.
• Review daily arrivals to identify VIPs, repeat travelers, and special-request guests; personally greet VIPs and serve as their point of contact.
• Ensure personalized services for guests with disabilities, elderly patrons, children, and loyalty members in accordance with hotel standards.
• Record and share guest preferences using approved tools to personalize and enhance stays.
• Coordinate VIP and special occasion amenities with F&B, Culinary, and Housekeeping to ensure timely execution.
• Drive loyalty program enrollments and ensure elite benefits are properly communicated and fulfilled.
• Oversee prompt, courteous check-in and check-out procedures, including reservations and financial transactions.
• Complete daily shift checklists and ensure effective communication of pending requests and important information between shifts.
• Review out-of-order rooms, room assignments, luggage storage, and expected arrivals/departures to support pre-arrival preparation.
• Compile and distribute daily reports and weekly arrival/departure forecasts to leadership and relevant departments.
• Maintain confidentiality of company information and protect guest privacy and payment security.
• Assist with training, coaching, and counseling Guest Service Agents and provide constructive performance feedback.
• Maintain communication with Housekeeping, Engineering, Front Desk, and Reservations regarding room availability, check-ins, requests, and complaints.
• Review guest feedback and assist management with operational improvements.
• Resolve guest concerns, complaints, credit issues, and other service complications using sound judgment and discretion.
• Coordinate external vendors for specialized guest requests, including transportation, spa services, dry cleaning, and local entertainment.
• Remain calm and professional during emergencies and high-volume periods while maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.
• Handle guest compliments and complaints promptly and take appropriate action to achieve satisfactory resolutions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Please note this job description is not intended to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee.

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

• Basic mathematical skills and considerable skills in the use of a calculator to prepare moderately complex mathematical calculations without error.
• Ability to listen effectively and to speak English clearly to communicate with customers and team members and prepare written complex reports of room availability and revenues generated.
• Must have coordinating skills as pertains to determining time, place, and sequence of operations or action.
• Ability to analyze information and make effective judgments.
• All team members must maintain a neat, clean, and well‑groomed appearance (specific standards available).

DESIRED SOFTWARE PROFICIENCIES:
Microsoft Office

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Yes

• 2+ year’s guest/customer service experience, and/or 2+ years of hotel experience preferred
• Proof of authorization/eligibility to work in the United States.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2 or 4‑year college degree a plus.

• Must be able to frequently move freely about the hotel, maintain…