The Role
He/She acts as the primary contact for Korean guests, assisting them with check- in/out, information sharing, complaint handling, and cultural communication.
Under the guidance of the Assistant Front Office Manager, the Korean- Speaking Guest Service Agent is responsible for delivering efficient, courteous, and personalized service while ensuring smooth Front Office operations.
The agent must be fully familiar with Mövenpick’s Operational Standards Manual (OSM) and consistently apply these standards in daily operations.
Key Responsibilities
Planning & Organizing
Maintain impeccable grooming and a professional, friendly manner at all times.
Stay updated on promotions, hotel facilities, and local attractions popular with Korean guests.
Check equipment at the Front Desk to ensure proper operation.
Follow Accor & Mövenpick standards related to guest safety, health, and security.
Participate in daily briefings and communicate shifts, VIP arrivals, group details, Korean markets, etc.
Review and update the daily Logbook; note special Korean guest arrivals, requests, and preferences.
Operations
Prepare for daily arrivals, especially Korean FITs, groups, families, and repeat guests.
Serve as the primary communication bridge for Korean guests, explaining hotel facilities, benefits, promotions, and local recommendations in Korean.
Assist with cashiering, currency exchange, and settlement transactions.
Handle check- in, check- out, room allocation, and special requests promptly and accurately.
Respond to guest inquiries with warmth and efficiency, ensuring language clarity and cultural sensitivity.
Update guest profiles and ensure accurate guest information in the system.
Maintain guest focus at all times—acknowledging every guest with eye contact and a smile.
Collaborate closely with Housekeeping, F&B, Engineering, Reservations, and Sales—especially for Korean corporate accounts or travel agencies.
Attend briefings, take notes, and follow up on assigned actions.
Handle guest key issuance, message delivery, and information services professionally.
Support walk- in reservations and inquiries when required.
Ensure seamless handover between shifts.
Korean Market Support Responsibilities
Help prepare Korean- language materials (menus, instructions, hotel layouts) when assigned.
Understand Korean guest travel patterns, cultural etiquette, and service expectations.
Assist Sales & Marketing or Reservations in communicating Korean market expectations.
Support Korean group arrivals and departures, ensuring smooth coordination.
Provide translation and interpretation support for Korean guests when needed.