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About Cabot
Cabot is the developer and operator of a diverse collection of residential, resort, golf, and master-planned communities. The portfolio includes the renowned Cabot Cape Breton in Nova Scotia, with two acclaimed World Top 100 courses (Cabot Cliffs #10 and Cabot Links #39) and 72 rooms of award-winning accommodation. It also includes the much-anticipated Cabot Saint Lucia in the Caribbean, Cabot Revelstoke in British Columbia, Cabot Citrus Farms in Florida, Cabot Highlands in Scotland (Castle Stuart Golf Links ranks #72 in the World Top 100 courses), and most recently added Cabot Revelstoke.
Cabot continues to build upon a legacy of excellence in golf, luxury residential offerings, and boutique resort lifestyle across each unique property where owners and guests have exclusive access to destination-specific experiences and an unparalleled quality of service.
Cabot Citrus Farms
Cabot’s first U.S. destination, Cabot Citrus Farms, is on 1,200 acres of rolling land and will include Cabot’s signature combination of world-class golf, luxury accommodations, and real estate opportunities. Opening in 2023, Cabot Citrus Farms will feature two revitalized 18-hole courses, a par-3 course, a new clubhouse, and extensive practice facilities. The property is a short 50-minute drive from Tampa and an 80-minute drive from Orlando. While close to urban amenities, the property sits in the central-west region of Florida aptly known as the Nature Coast. Visitors will delight in one-of-a-kind experiences including exceptional hiking, biking, and nature trails at neighboring Withlacoochee State Forest, spring-fed rivers and bountiful lakes at Crystal River, and world-class fishing in the Gulf of Mexico.
Position Overview
As a Cabot Ambassador, you are a key member of the Cabot Citrus Farms team and will be instrumental in building on Cabot’s legacy of world-leading golf destinations. You will be tasked with cleaning and perfecting the overall look and feel of the property, maintaining cleanliness and organization throughout. Your knowledge of high-end resort cleanliness and housekeeping – combined with your attentiveness, efficiency, and commitment – will ensure that Cabot Citrus Farms remains a safe, clean, presentable, and enjoyable workplace and travel destination for our team members, partners, and guests. You will maintain a daily presence on-site and build strong relationships with team members, community stakeholders, guests, and prospective real estate buyers. You embody Cabot’s values and positively represent the Cabot brand, helping to set team expectations for the resort’s high standard and acting as an ambassador and role model of exceptional service.
The Profile
A Cabot Ambassador – Front Desk Agent serves as the first point of contact for owners, guests, and clientele. You would handle check-ins, check-outs, reservations, guest inquiries, and complaints. Additionally, reservation systems, Point of Sale, and excellent communication skills are important to creating a ‘remarkable experience’ for our guests. Having strong customer service skills and the ability to multitask are crucial for success in this position.
Key Responsibilities
- Tending to guests' complaints and questions and providing exceptional customer service.
- Ensuring that the front desk and reception area are kept clean and organized.
- Maintaining front desk office supplies and equipment.
- Assist with activities including bookings, appointments, phone calls, and emails.
- Maintaining working relationships and communicating with all departments.
- Verifying that accurate room status information is maintained and properly communicated.
- Resolving guest problems quickly, efficiently, and courteously.
- Following all cash-handling, check-cashing, and credit policies.
- Requiring all front office employees to always wear proper uniforms.
- Upholding the hotel's commitment to hospitality.
- Operating all aspects of the Front Office computer system, including software maintenance, report generation and analysis, and simple configuration changes.
- Ensuring logging and delivery of all messages, packages, and mail in a timely and professional manner.
- Being attentive, friendly, helpful, and courteous to all guests, managers, and other employees.
- Monitoring all V.I.P.'s special guests and requests.
- Reviewing daily front office work and activity reports generated by Night Audit.
- Reviewing Front office logbook and Guest feedback forms daily.
- Contribute to pre-opening responsibilities, including other duties as assigned.
- Must be available to work a varied schedule as needed based on occupancy levels and department demands, including AM shifts, PM shifts and weekends.
Qualifications
- Minimum 1 year of Front desk experience; preferably at a high-end resort.
- High school or equivalent education required – University degree or College diploma in Hospitality Management, an asset
- Exceptional organizational skills and demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced work environment.
- Must be self-directed, and motivated, and demonstrate exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent ability to communicate, concisely, and openly in all interactions (verbal and written).
- Ability to exercise sound logic and judgment in evaluating situations and utilizing appropriate resources.
- Demonstrated ability to work with maximum accuracy, efficiency, and a high degree of attention to detail.
- Focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous always.
- Florida Driver’s License or ability to obtain one.
- Work flexible hours – weekends, evenings, and overtime as required.
- Excels in a team environment.
Physical Requirements
- Working in an outdoor environment (i.e.: sun, wind, rain)
- Ascending and descending stairs and ramps
- Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for long periods- up to 5 hours at a time.
- Required to sit and stoop, kneel, or crouch, as well as stretch to fulfill cleaning tasks.
- Use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms, repetitive motions.
- Exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
- Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- Requires manual dexterity to use and operate all necessary equipment, tools, products, and supplies.
Our greatest asset, and the key to our success, is our team. By attracting the most caring, engaging, and driven people in golf and hospitality, we have developed an incredibly positive and exceedingly vibrant culture. With a focus on the principles of the Golden Rule - treating others as we wish to be treated - the warmth, kindness and good nature of our team is ultimately what sets Cabot apart. Work hard and be nice to people - it's as simple as that!
If your values align with the Cabot vision, we welcome you to apply and join our amazing team that is building this one-of-a-kind property!
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
