Guest Experience Ambassador - PT at Highgate in Las Vegas, NV

Compensation Type

Hourly

Highgate Hotels

Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America. With a 30-year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward-thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value. With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. www.highgate.com

Location

Overview

A Guest Experience Ambassador is responsible for delivering exceptional guest service while supporting the operational functions of the Front Office. This role combines traditional front desk responsibilities with room inventory management and arrival planning to ensure an efficient operation and seamless guest experience. Associates are expected to provide personalized service, manage room assignments, coordinate with operational departments, and maintain brand standards throughout the guest journey.

Responsibilities

Guest Service

• Welcome guests in a friendly, professional, and courteous manner.
• Complete guest check-ins and check-outs accurately and efficiently.
• Respond promptly and professionally to guest requests, concerns, and service recovery opportunities.
• Promote Marriott Bonvoy enrollment and hotel upsell opportunities.
• Maintain a positive and engaging guest experience throughout each interaction.

Rooms Control & Inventory Management

• Review daily arrivals, departures, and in-house occupancy to ensure room readiness.
• Assign and coordinate guest room inventory based on operational priorities and guest preferences.
• Block rooms for VIPs, Elite Members, groups, crew accounts, and special requests.
• Monitor room status and collaborate with Housekeeping and Engineering to expedite room availability.
• Identify inventory challenges and communicate solutions to leadership.

Operational Coordination

• Maintain effective communication with Housekeeping, Engineering, Sales, and other departments.
• Review and act upon operational reports and guest requests.
• Document guest interactions, room moves, maintenance concerns, and service recovery efforts accurately.
• Assist with balancing occupancy, room availability, and special accommodations.
• Support Front Office operational initiatives and projects as assigned.

Systems & Technology

• Maintain proficiency in:
  • Opera PMS
  • Marriott GXP
  • Nor1
  • InnSpire
  • Microsoft Office Applications
• Ensure guest and reservation information is maintained accurately within all applicable systems.

Financial & Revenue Responsibilities

• Support hotel revenue goals through room upgrades and upselling opportunities.
• Process payments, billing adjustments, and cash handling transactions in accordance with company standards.
• Maintain accuracy in guest folios and financial transactions.

Team Responsibilities

• Participate in departmental training and cross-training initiatives.
• Support fellow team members and foster a collaborative work environment.
• Attend required meetings and training sessions.
• Maintain company appearance and uniform standards.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One (1) year of hospitality, customer service, or related experience preferred.
• Previous hotel front desk, reservations, or rooms control experience preferred.
• Experience working with Marriott systems and brand standards is a plus.

Physical requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during scheduled shifts.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to bend, reach, kneel, and perform repetitive motions.
• Ability to operate a computer, telephone, and standard office equipment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.

General Requirements:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
• Demonstrated commitment to guest service excellence.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality in all interactions.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and brand standards.

Benefits

We are pleased to offer to our full-time associates a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial future.

• Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching contributions
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick leave (provided in accordance with applicable law)
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Educational opportunities / Tuition reimbursement
• Paid jury duty leave, personal leave, medical leave, and military leave in accordance with applicable law

For Employees Based in Washington:

• 8 paid holidays per year
• Up to 20 days of paid vacation per year, based on classification and length of service
• Paid Sick & Safe Time accrues at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, with up to 72 hours of unused time carried over from one anniversary year to the next.

For Employees Based in Colorado:

• 8 paid holidays per year; employees working in the City of Denver receive 64 hours of designated holiday time per calendar year
• Up to 20 days of paid vacation per year, based on classification and length of service
• 6 days or 48 hours of Paid Sick Leave per year, accrued at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.

For Employees Based in California:

• 8 paid holidays per year
• Up to 20 days of paid vacation per year, based on classification and length of service, capped at 1.5x annual accrual rate; non-supervisory employees working in the City of Los Angeles accrue up to 22 days of Compensated Time Off, based on length of service capped at 192 hours of combined PST and CTO.
• Paid Sick Time accrues at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, unused time is carried over from one anniversary year to the next up to a maximum of 80 hours; employees working in the City of Los Angeles are provided 40 hours of Paid Sick Time annually on their anniversary, unused time is not carried over from one anniversary year to the next.

Please note that certain benefits described above for associates in Washington, Colorado, and California may vary for associates covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (“CBA”). For such associates, eligibility for and the terms and conditions of benefits are governed by the applicable CBA and any applicable plan documents, and may differ from the benefits described above. In the event of any conflict or inconsistency, the terms of the applicable CBA and governing plan documents will control, as applicable.

**The above-referenced benefits do not apply to part-time positions

Posting Date

This job opening was posted on 10/6/2026 and will remain open for at least 14 days.