Guest Service Agent & Assistance

<p></p> <div> <p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>About Us</strong></span><br><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">We’re Extenteam, a dynamic company revolutionizing the short term vacation rental industry. Our proven business model has generated consistent revenue, and we are now expanding from a professional services model to a scalable tech-based subscription-first model.</span></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">As a scaling stage startup, we aim to grow our Monthly Recurring Revenue (MRR) to double our revenue by January 2026 by providing an AI assisted SaaS platform that works for all short term rental businesses regardless of their size.</span></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Extenteam is on a mission to streamline and support vacation rental businesses by providing top-notch solutions, including guest communication and property management support.</span></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">We generate revenue through two primary streams:</span></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>Dedicated Team Members:</strong>&nbsp;Providing trained overseas talent with a recurring premium model, replacing one-time recruitment fees.</span><br><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>Tailwind&nbsp;</strong>- SaaS Platform: A guest communication Software blended with our shared services team, supporting smaller operators typically with less than 50 units - helping Extenteam increase profitability while growing our product market fit and expanding TAM and service levels.</span></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Extenteam is a small but mighty team of 50 consisting of Sales, Partner Success, Marketing, HR &amp; Recruiting, Engineering, Product and Admin (IT, Data etc). We are spread out across the world but we have hubs in Miami, LA, Medellin, and actively expanding into Europe. Our 50 people core team is supported by 400+ DTMs (dedicated team members) that are servicing our customers.</span></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>Our Values:</strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Commitment to Excellence: Continuously raising the bar and setting new standards in guest communications and service delivery.&nbsp;</span><br><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Exceptional Collaboration: Thriving in a fast-paced, high-performance environment built on clear communication and teamwork.&nbsp;</span><br><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Unified Purpose: Aligning behind a shared mission to drive success with an intense focus. One shared consciousness.&nbsp;</span><br><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Data-Driven Decision-Making: Prioritizing data and results over emotions when making objective, professional decisions.&nbsp;</span><br><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Emphasis on Details: Details matter at every level. Leaders are expected to have a deep understanding of the specifics and adopt a hands-on management style.</span></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>Our Leadership Philosophy</strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Our company embraces a management style inspired by the ideals of "founder mode," as championed by Airbnb’s Brian Chesky. This means a hands-on, visionary approach to leadership, with a relentless focus on innovation, product excellence, and customer-centric decision-making. We encourage proactive problem-solving, direct involvement in key initiatives, and a collaborative, high-performance culture.</span></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">To learn more about the "founder mode" philosophy and how it shapes our operations, you can explore this&nbsp;<a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/airbnb-ceo-brian-chesky-what-founder-mode-really-means-2024-10">link</a>. Understanding this mindset will provide valuable context for how we operate and what we value in our team members.&nbsp;</span></p> </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong><span class="notion-enable-hover" data-token-index="0">What This Role Is About:</span></strong></span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span class="notion-enable-hover" data-token-index="0">We are hiring four Guest Service Agents, each with a specialty in Leasing, Listings, Finance, or Marketing. Your primary responsibility is to deliver fast, professional communication with guests, ensuring a seamless experience at all times. When guest activity is low, you will focus on your assigned specialty, supporting key operational tasks behind the scenes. This role is essential to both our guest experience and the day-to-day performance of our operations.</span><strong><span class="notion-enable-hover" data-token-index="0"><br></span></strong></span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <p><span class="notion-enable-hover" style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;" data-token-index="0"><strong>Your Main Responsibilities:</strong><br><strong>A. Guest Service Agent</strong><br>• Respond to all guest messages within 5 minutes (goal: under 1 minute for simple responses), even without a full update<br>• Monitor all guest communication channels including Hostaway, Furnished Finder, email, texts, and phone calls<br>• Deliver clear, professional, and brand-aligned communication in every interaction<br>• Take immediate action on guest issues by creating and assigning Breezeway tasks<br>• Coordinate with internal team members to resolve guest concerns quickly and completely<br>• Proactively schedule mid-stay cleans and collect all associated fees<br>• Request, track, and confirm guest payments such as cleaning fees, pet fees, and calendar hold fees<br>• Manage guest details and special requests including parking permits and other accommodations<br>• Adjust listing details, property intel pages, automated messages, and templates as needed<br>• Maintain calendar availability and blocks based on operational and sales needs<br>• Monitor and respond to guest reviews and create follow-up tasks when needed<br>• Request positive reviews and help prevent negative guest experiences<br>• Reference and update Notion property intel pages to improve response accuracy and efficiency<br>• Update Asana trackers, reservation checklists, and property statuses<br>• Escalate urgent or high-risk issues to the Operations Manager immediately</span></p> <p><span class="notion-enable-hover" style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;" data-token-index="0"><br><strong>Additional Support Tasks (as needed):</strong><br><strong>Leasing Support</strong><br>• Assist with MTR reservations, guest records, and reservation updates<br>• Help send leases, addendums, extensions, and booking confirmations<br>• Coordinate lock codes, background checks, and virtual tour scheduling<br>• Support guest handoff during check-in processes</span></p> <p><span class="notion-enable-hover" style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;" data-token-index="0"><br><strong>Listing Support</strong><br>• Assist with updating listing descriptions, pricing, amenities, and photos<br>• Help monitor occupancy, pricing trends, and listing performance<br>• Support listing optimization and platform updates</span></p> <p><span class="notion-enable-hover" style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;" data-token-index="0"><br><strong>Finance Support</strong><br>• Upload and organize receipts and expense documentation<br>• Assist with tracking supply costs and maintenance-related expenses<br>• Help maintain organized and audit-ready financial records</span></p> <p><span class="notion-enable-hover" style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;" data-token-index="0"><br><strong>Marketing Support</strong><br>• Assist with social media scheduling, content organization, and engagement<br>• Help update guest guidebooks, marketing materials, and promotional content<br>• Support email marketing campaigns and marketing-related projects</span></p> <p><span class="notion-enable-hover" style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;" data-token-index="0"><br><strong>What We’re Looking For:</strong><br>• Experience in hospitality, property management, or customer service<br>• Strong written communication and attention to detail<br>• Ability to multitask and remain responsive during shifts<br>• Experience handling guest concerns and customer communication in real time<br>• Familiarity with tools such as Breezeway, Asana, Notion, Hostaway, and Microsoft Office<br>• Ability to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities<br>• Willingness to support additional operational tasks when needed<br>• Social media or finance-related experience is a plus, but not required</span></p> <h1><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>Performance Expectations:</strong></span></h1> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">This role is critical to our operation. Guests are our top priority, and the speed and quality of communication directly impact our reviews, revenue, and brand. We expect consistent, high-level performance in both guest communication and operational follow-through.</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">All guest messages are responded to within 5 minutes (goal: under 1 minute for simple responses)</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Maintain a 5-star communication experience across all guest interactions</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">100% of guest fees are requested, tracked, and confirmed or escalated</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">100% accuracy in guest details, including parking permits and required information</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">No missed messages, tasks, or incomplete follow-ups</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">We are looking for someone who takes ownership, stays attentive even during slow periods, and follows through on every detail. This role requires consistency, urgency, and pride in doing things the right way, as you are directly representing our brand to every guest.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>&nbsp;</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>Technical Requirements:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Internet speed minimum 30mbps:&nbsp;Needs to be Wired (Buy a dongle if no LAN port)</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">i5 11th Gen or higher</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Windows 11 / MacOS Catalina or higher</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Minimum of 8 GB RAM</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Private and quiet dedicated home office area (no roosters, dogs, children's noises in the background)</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Back-ups in case of power or internet provider interruptions</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Good headset and webcam (preferably noise-canceling headset)</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>Why You’ll Love Working with Us:&nbsp;</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>Competitive Salary</strong>&nbsp;— We offer a competitive salary that reflects the candidate’s experience, skills, and responsibilities.</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>Remote Work</strong>&nbsp;— This role is 100% remote, allowing flexibility and eliminating daily commute.</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>Paid Time Off</strong>&nbsp;— Standard leave entitlements (vacation, sick leave, vacation leave) for rest and well-being.</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>HMO Coverage</strong>&nbsp;— Company-provided HMO plan, offering access to medical services via accredited hospitals and clinics under a Health Maintenance Organization. This helps ensure employees have access to routine checkups, consultations, and coverage for medical care.</span></li> </ul> </div> <p></p>