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Exploring the world of guest services: from definitions to job descriptions

Les Roches

Introduction In today’s service-oriented world, exceptional guest services are essential. Catering to the needs of guests and ensuring their satisfaction is a fundamental aspect of running a successful hospitality business and achieving customer excellence.

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Product vs service: unveiling key differences

Les Roches

Our programs combine teaching and mentorship from industry leaders with exclusive access to prestigious internships Bachelor of hospitality management Difference between guest services and customer service While guest services and customer service are often used interchangeably, there are subtle differences that separate them.

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A guide to hotel departments, operational areas and building functions

SiteMinder

Customer service is the main purpose of these roles, so the department must be designed in a way that allows for easy and comfortable customer interaction. It should also have space for multiple customer service stations to ensure smooth and quick check-ins. Housekeeping department. Hotel housekeeping jobs.

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Diverse careers in hospitality and tourism: match your talents

Les Roches

Depending on the type of hospitality and tourism business, front-of-house roles typically require a combination of customer service and technical skills. Specialized and niche careers Specialized and niche careers in hospitality and tourism cater to specific areas of the industry, requiring specific knowledge in the respective area.

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What Is a Hotel Chatbot?

Metasphere

A hotel chatbot serves as a modern-day equivalent of a concierge and is one of the newest innovations in hotel technology. The chatbot is usually deployed as a digital customer service agent, mimicking a customer’s meaningful interactions with an employee. These bots communicate using a clear set of rules.

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Fred Sirieux: The making of Fred’s Last Resort

Hotel Owner

In the catering college where I was, we were all trained to be in the premier league of restaurants in the premier league of hotels, and it was a quest for excellence. We don’t have enough catering colleges and we don’t invest enough in professional industry education. I have been in hospitality since I was 16 years old.

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Airbnb vs hotel

Les Roches

Instead, customers have to contact Airbnb customer service for help. Better support for customers: Having staff on-site throughout the day and night means that customers get better support, which is a big selling point for hotels. Daily housekeeping : At hotels, guests can have their rooms cleaned daily.