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Guest Experience Associate

CompanyWashington Athletic Club
LocationSeattle
Work ModeOn Site
PostedAugust 4, 2026
About The Company
Located in the heart of downtown Seattle, the WAC is a 12-time winner of the 5-Star Platinum Club of America Award. Mission: To enrich the quality of life of our members. Values: Leadership, excellence, integrity, service, sensitivity. Our 21-story Clubhouse is located at the corner of Sixth and Union, across from 2 Union Square, and includes: —Five floors of fitness —A 109-room hotel —Three restaurants —More than 50 fitness classes weekly —Organized club events and outings —Spa and wellness center —A heated three-lane indoor pool —A full-size indoor basketball gym —Squash, racquetball, handball, and Pickleball courts The WAC Clubhouse is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and stands as a beacon of early 20th century Seattle history. To inquire about WAC membership, visit https://www.wac.net/member-benefits.
About the Role

Description

   

As one of the nation’s premier private athletic clubs and a Seattle institution, The Washington Athletic Club (WAC) is not simply a place to work, but a place to belong. The WAC features extensive amenities, such as fitness centers, a stunning pool, three restaurants, a hotel, a spa, banquet halls, and more. Built in 1930, our beautifully maintained 21-story building in downtown Seattle has landmark status.


The WAC is seeking individuals who are dedicated to being the best and are willing to embrace the Club’s five core values: Leadership, Excellence, Integrity, Service and Sensitivity.

OVERVIEW


The Guest Experience Associate handles all front desk operations at the Inn at the WAC, representing the organization to Members and Guests. They are responsible for providing front desk services, managing accommodations, troubleshooting computer systems, coordinating with other departments, handling emergencies, processing bills, and performing cashier duties. The role supports the WAC's mission by ensuring smooth check-ins and check-outs, addressing complaints, and offering current information and referrals.


Shifts are primarily 3pm to 11pm


POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES 


· Greet Members and Guests, assist with registrations, bell services, directions, and address their needs

· Respond to requests for information about the Seattle area, providing directions and making reservations as needed

· Handle front desk billing, payments, cashier duties, and accounting tasks, including audits and reports

· Maintain up-to-date front desk and customer service skills, stay informed about community events, industry practices, and trends, and adhere to WAC policies

· Work with Inn at the WAC team members to market, promote, and enhance programs and services

· Other duties as assigned.



 POSITION QUALIFICATIONS  


· A minimum of one (1) year of experience in a hotel or hospitality setting

· High school diploma or equivalent

· Strong communication skills and a customer service mindset


 


· Pay: $24.41/hour


BENEFIT INFORMATION


· Benefit package for full-time team members: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability insurance

· Paid Time Off (PTO) – accrues at a rate of .0519 hours per hours worked to a maximum of 108 hours per year 

· 9 paid holidays per year

· 401(K) with employer match

· Employee Assistance Program

· Fitness Reimbursement Program

· ORCA Passport Program

· Pet insurance available

· Free daily meal (soup/salad bar)

· Discount on spa services and products


  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation.

O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5 hrs/day)

F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity up to 66% of the time (2.5 – 5.5 hrs/day)

C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Physical Demands

Stand      C (Constantly)

Walk      F (Frequently)

Sit      O (Occasionally)

Handling/Fingering      C (Constantly)

Reach Outward       C (Constantly)

Reach Above Shoulder       O (Occasionally)

Climb       N (Not Applicable) 

Crawl       N (Not Applicable)

Squat       O (Occasionally)

Bend       O (Occasionally)

Lift/Carry

10 lbs or less       F (Frequently)

11-20 lbs       O (Occasionally)

21-50 lbs       O (Occasionally)

51-100 lbs       N (Not Applicable)

Over 100 lbs       N (Not Applicable)

Push/Pull

12 lbs or less       O (Occasionally)

13-25 lbs       O (Occasionally)

26-40 lbs       O (Occasionally)

41-100 lbs       N (Not Applicable)

Other Physical Requirements

? Vision

? Sense of Sound

? Sense of Smell

? Sense of Taste

? Sense of Touch

? Ability to wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

  

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Working inside a controlled atmosphere building and must be able to work in cooler and warmer temperatures.

The Washington Athletic Club has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the Washington Athletic Club reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Washington Athletic Club may deem appropriate.

Key Skills
Front desk operationsCustomer serviceBillingCashieringAccountingCommunicationProblem solvingHospitality managementComputer systems troubleshootingRegistrationBell servicesConcierge services
Categories
HospitalityCustomer Service & SupportAdministrative
Benefits
MedicalDentalVisionLife insuranceShort-term disability insurancePaid time offPaid holidays401(k) with employer matchEmployee assistance programFitness reimbursement programORCA passport programPet insuranceFree daily mealDiscount on spa services and products
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Guest Experience Associate manages all front desk operations at the Inn at the WAC, including guest check-ins, check-outs, and billing. They are responsible for providing information, coordinating with other departments, and ensuring high-quality service for all members and guests.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
160
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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