Guest Service Agent

About the Company

Anantara Hotels & Resorts is a global luxury hotel and resort brand rooted in Thai culture, with an intrinsic sense of authentic hospitality. Inspired by the Sanskrit word meaning ‘without end’, our spirit embodies freedom, movement, and harmony. We believe every journey should leave a lasting impression — for our guests and for our people. Founded in 2001 in Thailand, we have since expanded across the world, welcoming guests in some of the world’s most captivating locales — from pristine beaches and private islands to ancient sites and vibrant metropolises. If you are driven by a passion for generosity, warmth and heartfelt hospitality, Anantara offers a career without limits.

About the Role

The Guest Service Agent is a key representative of our hotel and the Anantara brand. He or she creates one of the most powerful first impressions to our guests. Anantara Guest Service Agent all have a friendly and outgoing personality and are genuinely interested in meeting and serving new guests from all over the world. The position necessitates being an information provider, receiver, diplomat, problem solver, salesperson, hotel representative, public relations agent, coordinator of activities and accountant, all performed with the utmost politeness, efficiency and friendliness.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To anticipate guest needs, and handle guest inquiries in a helpful and attentive manner.
• To have a complete knowledge of the hotel product, including room types, rates, relative features and facilities, food and beverage outlets and promotions, spa and health club, and other Minor Hotels property.
• To take personal responsibility for the service and attitude with which our guest service is being delivered, and ensure it meets the highest standard of Anantara at all times.
• Process all guest check-ins, check-outs, room assignments, and room change/late check-out requests.
• Take personal responsibility for ensuring all issues pertaining to guest satisfaction are met and that follow up is completed on a timely basis.
• Follow company policies and procedures; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional, maintain confidentiality of proprietary information, protect company assets.
• To be proactive and innovative, suggesting alternatives that meet guest needs in enjoying their Anantara experience.
• To develop a close and harmonious working relationship with all hotel departments.
• To attend hotel events, daily shift briefings and training to improve professional skills.
• Secure payment by activate/reissue room keys.
• Ensure rates match market codes, document exceptions.
• Verify/adjust billing for guests.
• Coordinate with Housekeeping to track room status and guest concerns.
• File guest paperwork or documentation.
• Speak using clear and professional language, answer telephones using appropriate etiquette.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships, support team to reach common goals, listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of team members.