Pre-Arrival Coordinator - Caribe Hilton

The famous Caribe Hilton is looking for a Pre-Arrival Coordinator to join their Front Office team. With over 65,000 sq ft of flexible event space, 4 ballrooms and 24 meeting rooms with the ability to host up to 3,000 attendees, and only seven miles from San Juan airport with a flight time of four hours from most major US cities, this is Puerto Rico’s perfect spot.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 1 year in Pre-Arrival Coordinator, Front Office, Hospitality and Customer Service experience and is able to communicate in Spanish and English and understand the languages.

Shift Pattern: Full Availability. Candidate will work rotating shifts throughout the week including weekends and holidays.

Pay Rate: $14.00 per hour

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
• Hilton Shares: Our employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - you can purchase Hilton shares at a 15 percent discount!
• Maternity and paternity leave as per Hilton policy
• Comprehensive Health Insurance coverage for you and your family, including Telemedicine and at-home care
• 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 Front Office Pre Arrival Coordinator, you will assist in daily Front Office operations and work with customers and Guests to serve their needs and provide an excellent customer service experience. A Front Office Pre Arrival Coordinator is responsible for managing the first impressions of our Guests and, therefore, must perform the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Assist the Front Office Manager with daily Front Office operations
• Provide prompt service and actively seek opportunities to drive Guest satisfaction
• Ensure the team are kept fully aware of any relevant feedback from either the Guests or other departments
• Manage, resolve or escalate any and all Guest complaints quickly
• Work with room assignments for reservations prior guest arrival
• Work with all facilities and services provided within the hotel and identify opportunities for up-selling and promoting new or ongoing events
• Advise team of any special events or VIP Guests in the hotel for events or for general accommodations
• Ensure a high level of product knowledge of the hotel and the local area and be aware of the daily hotel event schedule
• Attend all Front Office meetings
• Act in accordance with fire, health and safety regulations and follow the correct procedures when required
• Serve your role and Team in an environmentally-conscience manner

What are we looking for?

Front Office Coordinators serving Hilton brands are always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviors, skills, and values that follows:

• Previous customer service experience within the hotel/leisure/retail sector
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Bilingual: English & Spanish
• Commitment to delivering a high level of customer service
• Ability to work under pressure
• Excellent grooming standards
• Flexibility to respond to a variety of work situations

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

• High level of IT proficiency

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!