Guest Experience Expert - Front Desk Agent

The Gritti Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel belonging to Marriott International, is currently recruiting for a Guest Experience Expert - Front Desk Agent. The Guest Experience Expert will report to the Front Desk Manager and she/he will be part of a Front Desk department. This is a great opportunity to work in a place of exceptional art and elegance, where history and culture are met with renewed Venetian style. The Gritti is known for impassioned service, a delectable culinary experience and an intimate wellness haven. The reference point for the world's elite at international city events such as the Biennale, Carnival and the Venice Film Festival. What we offer

Professional career progression at international level in 10.000 Marriott hotels Learning and development opportunities online, on the job and in class Discounts on hotel rooms, gift shop items, food and beverage Experienced management & motivated and engaging colleagues Charity events, Wellbeing activities and voluntary work in the community of Venice through the TakeCare program Canteen service – Associates Restaurant

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The impact you’ll make First impressions are everything. And you’ll set the tone for every guest’s stay. With a genuinely warm welcome, you’ll be ready with answers to any questions and happy to offer information about hotel services, facilities and the local area. Anything to help make their visit that bit more special. And, creating the smoothest check-out experience, you’ll make sure they leave us happy too.

Process guest check-ins, assigning rooms and activating room keys Co-ordinate with Housekeeping to track readiness of rooms for check-in and report any guest concerns Answer, respond to and process all guest calls, messages, questions or concerns Give guests information and directions regarding property and local areas of interest Process check-outs and resolving any disputed charges Process payments and room charges, as well as cashing guests’ personal and traveler’s cheques Confirm reservations and cancellations, running daily reports on the number of arrivals and departures Follow Standard Operating Procedures and brand identity guidelines at all time

You must possess the legal right to work in Italy, a valid work permit for full time role (40 hours/week) Fluent in English and Italian Great storytelling skills Previous Front Office experience in luxury Hotels Knowledge of Opera A warm, people-oriented demeanor and a team-first attitude Positive outlook and outgoing personality Flexibility, problem-solving skills and multi-tasking ability The ability to stand, sit or walk for extended periods of time across a work shift

Explore our very big world As a world-class leader in the travel industry, there’s no better place than Marriott International to make your mark. Joining us, you’ll get to entertain and meet people from all over the world as you build your experience. You’ll find a place where your personality and ideas are appreciated just as much as the work you do. And you’ll grow through opportunities to explore the business, opening yourself to various career options. If you have the natural ability to communicate and enjoy working with others, we welcome you to join our global family.

You’re welcomed here Our highest priority is making you feel as welcome as our guests. We want you to know you’re important to us and that you’ll make an impact in your role, and for that, you’ll be appreciated and valued.

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to