Hospitality Agent Jobs

Sonder is revolutionizing hospitality through innovative, tech-powered service and inspiring, thoughtfully designed accommodations combined into one seamlessly managed experience. Officially launched in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, Sonder is making a world of better stays open to all with a variety of accommodation options — from rooms to suites and apartments — found in more than 30 cities spanning eight countries and three continents. Sonder's innovative app empowers guests by making self-service features and 24/7 on-the-ground support just a tap away. From simple self check-in to boutique bathroom amenities, we bring the best of a hotel without any of the formality.
Our Hospitality Agents are the face of Sonder and who live our leadership principle of 'Extend Hospitality to All'. This is one of the most versatile roles at the company and perfect for anyone who loves elevating our guest experience and finds fulfillment in creatively solving problems. You are a detail-oriented individual who thrives on interacting with others, supporting your fellow team members, and satisfying guest requests throughout the day. If you're ready for an evolving and fast-paced environment that is focused on delivering amazing guest experiences, we'd love to hear from you!
AT SONDER YOU WILL:

• Perform housekeeping quality audits and inventory checks in our units to ensure that hospitality standards are met consistently and robust feedback to our vendors is relayed in a timely fashion
• Guide guests through the Sonder experience, ensuring they have an amazing first impression
• Maintenance and organization of working spaces including office, storage closets, warehouse and others, as assigned
• Troubleshoot minor maintenance and technology issues (e.g., upholstery stain removal, light bulb replacements, access to units, wifi connectivity or overseeing contractor appointments)
• Assist with inventory duties such as preparing turnover kits, receiving deliveries, and tracking linen/consumables use
• Respond to day-to-day guest requests, issues, and other outreach using the Sonder Service Principles
• Travel to multiple Sonder properties throughout the local market, as required

WHAT WE LOOK FOR:

• Thrives in a fast paced, ever-changing, always challenging startup environment
• Ability to lift/carry items up to 50 pounds and stand/walk for extended periods of time
• Organized, hardworking, and detail-oriented
• This role requires regular access to a reliable smartphone for work purposes. (Expense reimbursement available)
• Unintimidated by using mobile apps while in the field for team collaboration and communication
• This role requires regular access to a reliable smartphone, reliable transportation and willingness to travel between properties on a daily basis when working. (Reliable transportation includes biking, walking, public transportation, scooter and/or other forms of transit that provide reasonable work associated transit times between locations).
• Comfort in independent problem solving with the humility to ask for help when needed
• Proficiency in languages other than English a plus
• Comfort with ambiguity and rapidly shifting priorities
• Flexible schedule and willing to working evenings, weekends and holidays
• Guest-centric and positive mindset
• Ability to work effectively both in a team environment as well as independently
• Demonstrated experience working in hotels, restaurants, or other customer-facing hospitality, service, and/or customer experience roles

We also have great benefits to make your life easier so you can focus on what you're best at:

• A company with a huge vision, a dynamic work environment, and a team of smart, ambitious and fun to work-with colleagues!
• Annual free credits and discounts to stay in Sonders
• Workplace flexibility (for remote-specified positions only) #ABetterWaytoWork
• Generous stock plan
• Medical, dental and vision insurance (where applicable)
• Flexible vacation
• Competitive compensation

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status or other protected classes.