Renaissance New York Hotel Flushing is hiring a full-time Concierge for a brand-new property opening soon in Flushing, NY.  As part of the opening team, this role will use knowledge and expertise to build, maintain, and update an in-house and online catalog of local offerings – from restaurants and bars, to shops and museum exhibits, and everything in between.  Concierges will not only be responsible for delivering this information to guests, but also for educating other associates so they can deliver this information to our Discoverer guests as well. When not carrying out Concierge duties, you could be helping check in or out guests during busy times, or assisting guests with food orders and serving food and beverage items to guests, as needed.

If you are at least 18 years old, have a deep knowledge of the Flushing, NY area, are able to work for any U.S. employer without sponsorship, can work a flexible hospitality schedule that can include days, evenings, weekends and holidays, then we want you to apply!

We offer:

• Hourly pay starting at $23+/hr, depending on experience
• Comprehensive benefits for full-time employees that includes medical, dental, 401k, paid vacation time and more!
• Marriot discounts on rooms and food
• Hotel provided uniforms
• Free lunch and dinner meals at employee cafeteria
• Training and advancement opportunities in multiple properties in the tri-state area

Apply today, answer a few basic questions and then keep an eye on your email, phone and voicemail for a message on the next step.

Requirements:

• Minimum high school diploma or GED
• Able to work legally in the U.S. without employer sponsorship
• At least 18 years of age
• Deep knowledge of Flushing, NY area
• Basic computer skills
• Available to work a hospitality schedule (am/pm, weekends, holidays, 7am-3pm or 3 pm-11 pm)
• If no concierge experience, some work experience related to heavy client facing responsibilities and customer service
• A positive team attitude, willing to pitch in where needed even if it’s not a concierge duty

Preferred skills, but not required:

• Previous concierge experience
• Fluency in spoken Mandarin and English
• Valid U.S. driver's license and acceptable driving record

Responsibilities:

• Act with integrity, honesty and knowledge that promote the culture, values and philosophy of

the Renaissance brand. Display dignity and respect of others at all times.

• Assist guests with check-in and check-out processes (verifying registration, address and credit

information, balancing bank, posting charges). Go above and beyond to provide assistance, i.e.,

assist with luggage, coffee, directions, wake-up calls, future reservations, etc.

• Courteously and efficiently provide information for guest and visitor inquiries; coordinate all

guest requests for special arrangement of services; inform guests of hotel services, features and

room amenities.

• Answer hotel telephones courteously and efficiently following Renaissance brand standards.
• Prepare, set up, stock, take down, clean and provide quality beverages and food products

consistently for all guests by adhering to all recipe and presentation standards. Be familiar and

knowledgeable with the operation of the Point-Of-Sale system.

• Assist guests with food orders and serve food and beverage items to guests in a friendly,

professional, and timely manner. Use suggestive selling techniques. Maintain a clean, organized

environment for guests by clearing tables during service.

• Follow Marriott operational policies and procedures, including those for cash and credit card

handling, safety and security and all other policies, procedures and standards to ensure we can

consistently exceed the guests’ expectations.

About us:

As the #1 leader in hospitality worldwide, Marriott International has 7,600+ hotel properties and 30 top hotel brands. We’re in 133 countries and territories, and we’re still growing. Unmatched opportunities await you! The next step in your career could lead to your greatest adventure.