Position Details
Concierge Apply
Job Description
** The anticipated start date for this position is between March 15th and April 1st **
The Company and The Resort
Tanzerra Resorts is a leading international luxury resort company, renowned for providing unparalleled guest experiences in unique and iconic destinations. Each Tanzerra Resort is as unique as its location, offering an exceptional blend of luxury, comfort, signature experiences, world-class culinary arts, and private events that cater to discerning travelers and event planners from around the globe. We are committed to delivering outstanding, personalized service and creating memorable stays for our guests and focus on caring for our team members just as much as we care for our guests.
The Tides Inn is a beloved waterfront, luxury resort nestled on Carter’s Creek in Irvington, Virginia. The property has been a cherished destination for generations and has recently undergone a number of renovations and enhancements that are helping elevate the brand and overall experience. The Tides features 70 luxurious accommodations, tennis and pickleball courts, wellness treatments, a working farm, Markers Space (for artistic activities), its own marina and two distinct restaurants, Salt & Meadow Restaurant and Fish Hawk Oyster Bar.
As it has evolved, the Tides Inn is becoming more widely recognized for its elite programming, culinary experiences, commitment to environmental stewardship, and world-class hospitality.
Job Summary
The Concierge provides all aspects of the highest level of guest service including but not limited to, booking tours, dinner reservations, area activities and events. This position should promote/sell and have full knowledge of the resort’s services to maximize the guest’s awareness of the services available on property. Outside the resort services sell or suggest only the highest quality available to ensure our guests satisfaction.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
- Regular and Reliable Attendance is an essential function of this role.
- Determine the guest’s needs in order to familiarize them with the various activities offered both on and off property.
- Work with vendors that provide services in the area and book appropriately for guests.
- Answer telephone by using the guests name as it appears on the telephone screen.
- Maintain a clear and organized desk area.
- Enter information into computer system on any event or service you have prescheduled and ensure the front desk has the information for the guest’s arrival date.
- Make reservations as requested for dinner, events, air travel, rental cars, etc. as necessary.
- Provide guests with directions to attractions or facilities on or outside the property.
- Have a personal knowledge of all that the concierge desk offers and recommends.
- Coordinates guests’ requests for special services including flower arrangements, gift baskets, etc.
- Complete appropriate documents for special requests to insure the correct department is notified and that the billing information is complete.
- Contact in-house guests periodically to ascertain any special needs.
- Quickly and efficiently follow through on all requests from guests.
- Organize special functions as instructed by Resort Manager or Department Manager.
- Always use name/concierge on all written material.
- Handle all guests’ concerns/complaints professionally, efficiently and in a courteous and timely manner.
- Display a friendly manner including a smile and in a truly helpful and cheerful attitude at all times.
- Assists in training new Concierge staff on how to sell the Resort and other services to our guests.
- Ability to maintain the highest level of service to our guests in a professional manner at all times.
- Posses a strong knowledge of Resorts facilities and services and the surrounding community.
- Ensure that no gratuity (kickback) from any vendor is accepted. Only contracts through the resort are authorized.
- Provide confirmations to the guest of anything scheduled so they are aware of the cost, cancellation policy, date, time, etc
- Insure that all guests’ questionnaires are reviewed and responded to in a timely fashion.
- Future tours and activities are to be booked in advance of scheduled arrival date to enhance guests’ experience.
- Other duties as assigned
Core Competencies
Individual Contributor Role: Customer Focus, Dealing with Ambiguity, Functional & Technical Skills, Action Oriented, Self Development.
Qualifications
- Familiarity with Forbes Standards or equivalent familiarity of service level
- Exceptional Customer Service Skills
- Able to prioritize and perform multiple tasks
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Experience working in team environment
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 2+ years resort customer service experience preferred
- Must possess a vast knowledge of the resort and local community
- Must have strong organizational skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills and be able to perform and prioritize multiple tasks with ease.
- Computer skills required
- Strong team member relations.
Physical Requirements
- Work Environment: Work is primarily performed in an indoor, hotel – public space- environment; navigation of property, indoor and outdoor in varying weather conditions.
- Equipment Used: Computer, Phone, Intercom,
- 90% Sitting
- 10% Walking & standing
- Lifting/Carrying up to 25 lbs.
- Hearing and manual dexterity
- Distance vision 1-3 feet
- Must have exceptional communication and telephone skills.
- Driving Requirements: Golf Cart, Guest Vehicles, Transportation of others, (Motor Vehicle Record Monitoring may be required).
- Other
