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SMS INTERNATIONAL SHORE OPERATIONS INC
Miami, FL, US
Summary
Agents are responsible for greeting and assisting arriving and departing cruise guests at the airport. Duties include coordinating transportation, managing guest flow, and providing pertinent sailing information.
Job Description
Benefits Provided:
- Fun servicing Norwegian, MSC, Disney, Virgin Voyages, Oceania and other Cruise Lines
- Cruise Discounts*
- Part Time position
- Pay rate of $16.00-16.50 per hour
- Flexible Schedules
*Guidelines provided at interviews
Basic Purpose:
This is a fast-paced high energy part-time position requiring a positive, efficient and professional imagine. Agents will work at the airport, directly with the public and are responsible for providing service for arriving and departing cruise guests. Agents working for SMS International Shore Operations US, Inc., direct and assist cruise guests in all aspects of airport operations such as meet and greet, escort, transportation coordination services, etc. as assigned.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
· Answers general questions in an accurate and pleasant manner. Takes the initiative to assist each and every guest.
· Behaves and treats other employees, guests and the public in a courteous, cooperative, respectful and professional manner.
· Greets all guests with a smile and welcomes them; fosters a welcoming and friendly atmosphere at all times.
· Carries and displays the approved signage at shoulder height to ensure proper visibility.
· Volunteers assistance and circulates in the luggage area, remaining accessible and approachable.
· Directs guests to proper areas (i.e. check-in counter, waiting area).
· Qualifies guests with transfers and consults manifest as needed.
· Pro-actively and efficiently sells transportation; documents transactions accurately and completes all required accounting procedures as per set standards.
· Provides guests with pertinent information regarding transportation, pier experience and sailing, according to department manual and training.
· Ensures that all physically challenged/special needs guests are handled respectfully and appropriately.
· Escorts guests to the bus and controls guest flow accordingly.
· Performs luggage sweep of all airline carousels at the end of each day and immediately reports any leftover luggage to the supervisor and airline representative; assists with expediting luggage, as needed.
· Clears and cleans workstation and/or area by the end of each day and ensures all paper work has been turned in to appropriate personnel.
· Shows flexibility by performing any and all additional duties/projects assigned by management on a daily basis.
Education:
· High School Diploma or equivalent.
Experience:
· Prior customer service or related experience.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
· Demonstrated ability to communicate in English, sufficient to provide information and answer general questions.
· Good organizational and customer service skills.
· Good communication skills and crowd control abilities to guide large groups and control lines.
· Ability to work effectively in a multi-tasked, fast-paced environment in front of large groups.
WORK CONDITIONS/ PHYSICAL DEMANDS & TRAVEL:
· Position includes frequent standing, walking, lifting, pushing and pulling for up to 6 hour increments on average.
· Ability to stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, lift or carry.
· Position is exposed to indoor/outdoor work environment at pier/airport and terminal locations under varying weather conditions.
· Flexibility to work hours ranging from 5:00 am – 4:00 pm or until ships departures; may include weekdays, weekends and holidays.
SMS is an industry leader that has been providing all passenger logistics services including port agency, turnaround services and shore excursions worldwide for well over 20 years. Our teams welcome cruise guests from around the world and accommodate the needs of thousands of cruise ships annually. SMS has a long history, founded in 1950, “SMS Shipping” has grown globally with a proven track record of providing outstanding service and a reputation for professionalism. SMS and its local support teams have worked aggressively through our partnerships with over 20 cruise lines to pursue initiatives that will improve guest satisfaction, operations, asset utilization and profitability.
The entire group is fully committed in its efforts toward the continued improvement of its professional services. This is achieved through personal attention and an eye for detail. Our dedicated, trained and experienced staff always make sure to provide excellent service under all circumstances and at all times. Our long-standing experience makes us adaptable to any situation; we are completely conversant and familiar with all procedures at piers, airports as well as in hotels, guides, transport services and port agency. Simultaneously, we are continuously aware and conscious of our principals’ and passengers’ demands, needs and expectations.
Founded
1860
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Hospitality
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Miami, FL
SMS is an industry leader that has been providing all passenger logistics services including port agency, turnaround services and shore excursions worldwide for well over 20 years. Our teams welcome cruise guests from around the world and accommodate the needs of thousands of cruise ships annually. SMS has a long history, founded in 1950, “SMS Shipping” has grown globally with a proven track record of providing outstanding service and a reputation for professionalism. SMS and its local support teams have worked aggressively through our partnerships with over 20 cruise lines to pursue initiatives that will improve guest satisfaction, operations, asset utilization and profitability.
The entire group is fully committed in its efforts toward the continued improvement of its professional services. This is achieved through personal attention and an eye for detail. Our dedicated, trained and experienced staff always make sure to provide excellent service under all circumstances and at all times. Our long-standing experience makes us adaptable to any situation; we are completely conversant and familiar with all procedures at piers, airports as well as in hotels, guides, transport services and port agency. Simultaneously, we are continuously aware and conscious of our principals’ and passengers’ demands, needs and expectations.
Founded
1860
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Hospitality
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Miami, FL