Guest Service Associate | Customer Service & Travel Coordination
Edina, MN (100% Onsite)
$21-$22/hour
Monday-Friday | 9:00 AM-5:30 PM
Contract-to-Hire | Long-Term Career Opportunity
Are you passionate about helping people, solving problems, and delivering exceptional customer experiences? We are seeking a Guest Service Associate to join a growing travel coordination team that specializes in creating unforgettable travel experiences for guests across the country.
This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with backgrounds in customer service, hospitality, retail, restaurant, front desk, reception, administrative support, senior living, healthcare reception, call center, travel, or guest services who are looking to grow their career in a professional office environment.
What You'll Do
- Answer high-volume inbound calls (30-50 calls per day)
- Assist guests with travel reservations and booking support
- Respond to customer inquiries via phone and email
- Guide travelers through passport, visa, and international travel requirements
- Assist clients with uploading and verifying travel documentation
- Troubleshoot technical and process-related issues
- Research and communicate travel updates and requirements
- Resolve customer concerns with empathy, patience, and professionalism
- Maintain accurate customer records and documentation
- Provide world-class customer service throughout the travel experience
- Manage multiple systems and databases simultaneously
- Escalate and resolve complex customer issues when needed
What We're Looking For
- Minimum 1 year of customer service experience
- Strong communication and active listening skills
- Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
- Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations
- Strong conflict resolution and de-escalation skills
- Comfortable navigating multiple software systems
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
- Detail-oriented and highly organized
- Positive attitude and customer-first mindset
Why You'll Love This Opportunity
- Stable Monday-Friday schedule
- Newly renovated office environment
- Collaborative and supportive team culture
- Monthly employee appreciation events
- Birthday celebrations
- Professional development opportunities
- Travel industry education and training
- Potential opportunities to tour travel destinations, cruise ships, and industry events
- Long-term career growth opportunities into:
- Travel Planning
- Account Management
- Airline Support
- Training & Development
- Revenue Analysis
- Destination Management
- Client Services
- Operations
Benefits Available
During Contract Period
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-term disability
- Accident and critical illness coverage
- Earned Safe & Sick Time
- 401(k) eligibility
- Holiday pay accrual
- Bonus eligibility
Upon Permanent Hire
- Competitive health insurance coverage
- HSA contribution options
- Dental coverage
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Travel and cruise discounts
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.