PBX Operator​/Guest Response Center

Overview

Responsible for providing information to guests and visitors via the telephone while providing courteous and friendly guest service. PBX performs switchboard operator duties, internal and external calls. Also, this position will be utilizing and monitoring our text messaging system.

Full-time, hourly at rate of $22.00

Guest Response Center - Front Office Operations

• Receives and screens incoming telephone calls within 3 rings, providing factual information which may require the interpretation of policies and procedures; takes messages or refers the caller to the proper person/department.
• Ensures privacy of guests, owners and staff as outlined in hotel standards.
• Administers guest voice mail systems.
• Maintains and updates regional/international directories and telephone A-Z reference guide.
• Ensures relevant group check-out is communicated.
• Pages guests for telephone calls per established policy.
• Maintains awareness of hours of operation for all entities with the hotel as well as daily functions.
• Assists with front office duties as needed.
• Maintains awareness of room details in order to process reservation requests or cancellations if needed.
• Assists with charges and payments to guest, owner and house accounts.
• Directs logistics of multiple phone lines.
• Maintains clean and neat work area.
• Monitors emergency phone system and fire control panel.
• Administers hotel wake-up program.
• Observes safety precautions required to protect hotel and guest property.
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
• Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with public and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills, data entry skills, and ability to operate office equipment.
• Ability to work without supervision.

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent and/or experience in a hotel or related field is preferred.
• Experience:
  
  Experience in clerical/administrative duties/roles preferred
• Required:
  
  Must have a valid driver’s license, motor vehicle background check will be completed

Resort Operators must be able to sit for long periods of time and be comfortable to work in fast paced environments.

40 hours per week, flexible schedule, will be required to work weekends and/or holidays.

Timbers Company is a developer and operator of exceptional boutique hotels, residence clubs and resort communities located in some of the most sought-after destinations in the world. We are passionate about creating remarkable experiences with world-class hospitality while exposing our Owners and guests to the humble authenticity of every location that we call home.

Our company (“Company”) fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity. It is our policy to provide employment, compensation, and other benefits related to employment based on qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable federal, state and/or local laws, it is our policy to provide reasonable accommodation upon request during the application process to applicants in order that they may be given a full and fair opportunity to be considered for employment.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we intend to comply fully with applicable federal, state and/or local employment laws and the information requested on this application will only be used for purposes consistent with those laws. To the extent required by applicable law, The Company maintains a drug- free workplace.