Guest Services Agent

Be Part of the Story at The Arlington Hotel and River's Edge

At The Arlington Hotel, every team member plays a role in creating unforgettable guest experiences. Whether you're welcoming guests at the front desk, preparing cozy rooms, serving in our restaurant, or helping host memorable banquets at River's Edge—the elegant event space connected to the hotel—your work brings charm, warmth, and personality to one of Ontario's most unique boutique destinations.

Located in the heart of picturesque Paris, this is more than just a place to work—it's a place to contribute, grow, and take pride in the moments you help create. As part of Carmens Group, you'll be joining a hospitality family with over 40 years of experience making people feel seen, celebrated, and at home.

Why Work for Carmens Group?

• Flexible scheduling
• Career coaching & growth
• Great Place to Work Certified
• Named Best Workplace in several award categories:
  • Most Trusted Executive Teams
  • Best Places to Work in Hospitality & Retail
  • Best Places to Work in Canada
  • Best Workplaces for Women
  • Best Workplaces for Mental Wellness
• Perks & Benefits
  • Pay on Demand – get paid when you need it
  • Global Hotel Discounts for your travels
  • Staff discounts at our restaurants
  • Wellness programs & staff events
  • Clear opportunities to grow into leadership roles
  • Employee recognition programs celebrating your achievements and milestones
  • Referral bonuses when you bring great talent to the team
  • Safe, inclusive and supportive workplace culture

Join a company that values your growth, well-being and passion - where your career is supported every step of the way.

Position Details:

Job Type: part-time, permanent
Vacancy: This posting is not for an existing vacancy (expanding headcount)
Compensation: $18-19 per hour
AI Disclosure: Your application will be reviewed by our hiring team - we do not use artificial intelligence in the screening or selection of applicants for this position. 

What you will be doing:

As a Guest Services Agent at Carmens Group, you'll play a key role in creating a warm, welcoming, and seamless experience for every guest. Whether it's greeting and assisting guests, managing reservations and inquiries, or supporting daily front desk operations, your professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to service excellence directly contribute to the extraordinary experiences we're known for.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Provide a warm, engaging and personalized experience for our guests
• Respond to guest requests and inquiries in a timely manner
• Promote hotel amenities, rooms and other services available at the Hotel; provide guests with information such as local attractions and directions as needed
• Learn the details and be familiar with the current available rooms, their location, layout and room rates
• Coordinate room status updates with Housekeeping and other departments to ensure up to date room availability
• Maintain inventories of room vacancies, reservations and room assignments
• Compile and check daily record sheets, guest accounts, receipts and vouchers
• Become familiar with the daily activities, events and meetings taking place within the Hotel and Private Event spaces
• Manage and resolve all guest complaints in a professional and courteous manner
• Process reservations delivered by telephone, mail, fax, central reservation systems, sales office and travel agents
• Participate in efficient pre-arrival, arrival, departure and overall experience for guests
• Present statements of charges to departing guests and receive payment; maintain cash float and security of keys
• Cross train on night audit shift and in housekeeping department and assist as needed
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor
• Exercise good judgment and demonstrate leadership abilities
• Drive positive change in the organization
• Other duties as assigned

The Hospitality You Bring to Every Stay

• 1-2 years' experience in a hotel environment, preferably as a Guest Services Agent or Night Auditor
• Friendly, professional, and customer service focused
• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Smart Serve certification required
• Flexible availability to work mornings and afternoons, both mid-week and on weekends
• Completion of college or university program in hospitality management is considered an asset
• Experience using Hotel PMS software Jonas Chorum considered an asset

We are Carmens Group—a proud Hamilton-born hospitality company with a mission to create extraordinary memories. Our venues include Carmens Event Centre, The C Hotel, The Lakeview, the Hamilton Convention Centre, fig&lemon Catering, The Arlington Hotel, and the Good Earth Food & Wine. Together, we're shaping the future of Southern Ontario's event and culinary scene—one unforgettable experience at a time.

Are You Ready to Take the Lead?

If you're a passionate hospitality professional who thrives on creating exceptional experiences for guests, this is your opportunity. Apply today and help us deliver something extraordinary, together.

Carmens Group makes certain there is an equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. Carmens Group will strive to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please notify People & Culture upon scheduling your interview.

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