Lobby Representative – Palmer House a Hilton Hotel | Hilton Hotels & Resorts

Job Description

Join the Palmer House Hilton as a Lobby Representative and experience the opulence and beauty of Chicago’s most iconic hotel.

Be a part of 150 years of world-class service and carry it forward into the next century! Centrally located in downtown Chicago’s loop and accessible to public transportation makes it easy to get to.

This is a great opportunity for those who want to grow and gain more experience in our industry, If you’re ready to welcome guests from all over the world at Illinois largest Hilton Hotel & Resorts property, then we want you to be a part of our team!

APPLY RIGHT NOW! (It only takes a couple of minutes, use your phone) and a Hilton recruiter will be in touch.

For full time employees, Hilton offers AMAZING benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401k (matching), extensive Paid Time Off, Team Member/Friend & Family Travel Program to stay in any Hilton brand hotel for a very discounted rate, Team Member recognition and other AWESOME Hilton Perks! 

The ideal candidate must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, be a problem solver, detail-oriented, adaptable, and a team player.

What are the benefits of working for Hilton?

Hilton is proud to support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits such as:

· Go Hilton travel program: 100 nights of discounted travel

· Access to your pay when you need it through DailyPay

· Hilton Shares: Our employee stock purchase program (ESPP) – you can purchase Hilton shares at a 15 percent discount!

· Maternity and parental leave, including 12 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents and four weeks of paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents

· Debt-Free Education: Team Members will have access to a wide variety of educational credentials through our partnership with Guild Education, including: college degrees and professional certifications

· Flexible shifts and days off

· Comprehensive Health Insurance coverage for you and your family, including Telemedicine and at-home care via AmazonCare

· Mental health resources including free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program

· Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)

· 401K plan and company match to help save for your retirement

*Available benefits may vary depending upon property-specific terms and conditions of employment

What will I be doing?

As a Lobby Representative, you would be responsible for greeting guests and providing various types of assistance to guests during their stays in the hotel’s continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Greet and assist guests with directions and information
• Respond to guest questions in a timely, friendly and efficient manner with accurate and appropriate information
• Ensure knowledge of hotel and local information including, but not limited to directions, hours of outlet operation, hotel services, transportation and travel arrangements, events, reservations, etc.
• Field, respond to and resolve guest concerns, issues and complaints
• Run errands for guests, as needed, including, but not limited to ticket pick-up, laundry pick-up and delivery, etc.
• Retrieve messages, mail, small packages and facsimiles for guests, as requested
• Maintain appearance of hotel lobby to include, but not limited to, removing trash, organizing furniture, etc.

What are we looking for?

Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:

• Hospitality – We’re passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Integrity – We do the right thing, all the time.
• Leadership – We’re leaders in our industry and in our communities.
• Teamwork – We’re team players in everything we do.
• Ownership – We’re the owners of our actions and decisions.
• Now – We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline

In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:

• Quality
• Productivity
• Dependability
• Customer Focus
• Adaptability

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands.  Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day.  And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!