Sr. Executive Casino Host-Full Time (Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino)

Own all aspects of strategic relationships with a specific group of 300-750 VIP players for whom they direct account development, relationship building and service while on property. Your overarching purpose in this role will be to develop a lasting, growth-oriented relationship with each customer through a combination of in-person and on-the-phone sales activities. To accomplish this goal, you will have a variety of technical tools and property partners as your support.

As a member of this team, you will be in the first line of contact with a property’s very best guests; exuding an exceptional motivation to serve while exhibiting a unique blend of gregariousness and graciousness. An intuitive and creative problem solver, you will strive to delight our guests, be committed to proactive service recovery and be skilled in social awareness.

The ideal candidate for this position will be resilient, tenacious, and have a passion for service in a customer-facing role as well as the ability to develop relationships via the telephone. To be best positioned to succeed, candidates should have a keen sense of personal ambition and the ability to engage both their customers and their team members to commit to action.

• Responsible for generating casino revenue through development of VIP accounts while maximizing existing revenue streams utilizing our active databases and implementing creative marketing programs.

• Build loyalty among valued VIP customers by developing relationships effectively utilizing marketing and upscale sales techniques.

• Maintains relationships with VIP guests through personal contact by phone and in person with the ultimate goal of maximizing gaming revenue goals as set by the management team.

• Significant amount of time customers facing and participate in special events and social functions.

• Coordination is needed with VIP Hospitality team to lead to successful delivery of pre-trip itinerary; leveraging partnerships throughout the property (Gaming, Hotel, Food & Beverage, etc.) to maximize smooth, high-end service delivery.

• Establishes, coordinates, and leads both on and off-property VIP events.

• Fully empowered with comping authority.

• Upon employment, all employees are required to fully comply with Harrah’s policies and procedures for the safe and efficient operation of company facilities. Employees who violate Company policies and procedures are subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

• Anticipates, responds to and consistently meets or exceeds the needs of guests including, but not limited to, transportation and accommodation arrangements.

• Handles difficult guests and situations in a calm, professional and prudent manner.

• Fully complies with all applicable rules, regulations, laws and policies, and conducts themselves with highest levels of integrity and honesty.

• Responds to and consistently meets the needs of internal clients.

• Supports and cultivates new ideas and methods to deliver business solutions.

• Identifies ways to increase efficiency or improve product or service.

• Clearly communicates programs/services to necessary people, seeks their support and keeps them informed of changes that may impact the business.

• Keeps track of existing products/services and/or progress on new initiatives.

• Stay up to date with the latest developments in the industry, current market trends and all on-property and competitor events.

• Develop skills to handle increasingly complex matters.

• Complies with and upholds company expectations including Code of Commitment, policies, procedures, industry regulations, department goals and business strategy.

• Politely gives consistent, timely and accurate information and finds answers when unsure.

• GED or high school diploma required.

• Three to five years of experience in casino/hotel, customer service, host or other account management experience required (Luxury service experience preferred).

• College degree or equivalent experience preferred but not required.

• Ability to think independently in making decisions to maximize customer service experience and program profitability.

• Excellent interpersonal communication, problem solving and analytical skills required.

• Must have excellent customer service skills.

• Must have a systematic and process-oriented mindset to ensure seamless end-to-end customer experiences.

• Excellent networking abilities.

• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Must be able to work independently.

• Must be able to exercise good judgment in adverse situations.

• Ability to effectively manage time and perform multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Must be able to listen and respond to visual and aural cues.

• Must present a well-groomed professional appearance.

• Must be able to maneuver to all areas of the casino.

• Physically able to stand/walk for long periods of time.

• Must be alert and observant of your surroundings.

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 lbs.

• Must be able to bend, reach, kneel, twist and grip items.

• Must be able to work with and tolerate areas containing varying noise and temperature levels, illumination, vibration, crowds, and areas with secondhand smoke

• Must be able to work at a fast pace, efficiently.

• Must be able to respond to visual, olfactory and aural cues.

• Must be able to operate in mentally and physically stressful situations

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings and holidays