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Full-Time

Overnight Guest Experience Associate

Posted on 7/11/2024

Placemakr

Placemakr

51-200 employees

Online platform for making reservations

Consulting
Design
Real Estate

Compensation Overview

$18.75Hourly

+ Stock Options + Monthly Bonus Program

Entry

Atlanta, GA, USA

Category
Customer Success Management
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Communications
Hubspot
Customer Service
Requirements
  • 1+ year of previous experience delivering excellent customer service in environments such as hospitality, retail, multi-family or food & beverage.
  • Previous experience working overnight hours and utilizing independent judgement that is required from an overnight point of contact.
  • Previous experience communicating effectively with internal and external customers, both verbally and in writing.
  • Demonstrated ability to learn and utilize systems or technology (previous experience using a POS, CRM or customer communication system a plus!).
  • Demonstrated ability to learn and complete night audit tasks (previous experience with hotel night audit systems and processes a plus!).
  • Ability to independently complete assigned tasks (including maintenance, housekeeping or inventory-related tasks) with urgency.
Responsibilities
  • Consistently provide an exceptional experience to all Placemakr guests, residents and partners.
  • Foster a 'one team' mentality by collaborating effectively with fellow property team members.
  • Maintain a safe, secure and compliant environment for team members and guests.
  • Respond to written guest communication in a timely and effective manner through various channels, including text, email, HubSpot and AirBnB.
  • Communicate effectively with internal and external customers (i.e. guests, team members and vendors).
  • Ensure guests are consistently checked into their assigned rooms in accordance with Placemakr standards.
  • Audit guest check-ins and check-outs from previous day and forthcoming day to ensure proper processes have been completed.
  • Utilize maintenance, housekeeping, check-in, and other systems accurately.
  • Clear administrative, project-based or miscellaneous guest-related tasks from nightly queue and ensure all other outstanding tasks from the day are completed.
  • Respond promptly and effectively to off-site, cross-functional Placemakr team members via Teams, email, or other communication method.
  • Independently evaluate urgency of various situations (including housekeeping, maintenance, emergency, etc.) and escalate to appropriate leadership team members based on type of issue and urgent attention required.
  • Complete thorough and effective shift handovers at the conclusion of each shift.
  • Additional duties and responsibilities, as assigned.

Placemakr provides an online booking platform that allows users to make reservations for various services, including restaurants, hotels, and appointments. The platform features a clean and modern design, making it easy for customers to navigate and book their desired services. Users can quickly engage with the service through a prominently displayed 'Book Now' button. Placemakr targets both individuals and businesses, offering a streamlined booking process that caters to a wide range of industries. Unlike many competitors, Placemakr focuses on user experience with its aesthetically pleasing interface and efficient functionality. The company's goal is to simplify the booking process for users while generating revenue through fees charged to businesses for using the platform.

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$283.3M

Headquarters

Washington, District of Columbia

Founded

2017

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

24%

1 year growth

17%

2 year growth

12%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The addition of W. Edward Walter to the Board of Directors brings invaluable real estate and hospitality expertise, potentially accelerating Placemakr's growth and market penetration.
  • The company's innovative pop-up hotel concept provides a unique and flexible accommodation option, appealing to a wide range of customers and increasing occupancy rates.
  • Placemakr's collaboration with Marymount University to implement cutting-edge technology enhances its reputation as a tech-forward company, attracting tech-savvy customers and partners.

What critics are saying

  • The rapid expansion into new markets and property acquisitions could strain Placemakr's operational capabilities and financial resources.
  • The reliance on innovative technologies like Amazon's Just Walk Out could pose integration challenges and potential technical issues.

What makes Placemakr unique

  • Placemakr's integration of Amazon's Just Walk Out technology at its properties showcases its commitment to innovative tech solutions, setting it apart from traditional booking platforms.
  • The company's flexible-use hospitality model, blending apartment living with hotel stays, offers a unique value proposition in the hospitality industry.
  • Placemakr's strategic expansion into key markets like Texas and Washington, DC, demonstrates its aggressive growth strategy and ability to scale effectively.
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