Reservations Agent

Have a thorough knowledge of the entire hotel services and facilities Answer inquiries of room rates, outlets and room locations. To be totally familiar with all aspects of the reservation systems Handle all reservation requests using good listening and communication skills to secure information necessary to complete a reservation Post advance deposits and keep accurate records of deposits. Process rooming lists and group blocks and indicate special requests and billing procedures File and process reservations correspondence, make certain all files are current and in order. Have knowledge of Front desk, Sales and Accounts departments and how they relate to the Reservations department. Abide by the hotels policies and procedures Be familiar with changes in the rates and group enquiries Complete daily shift task list and aid others To be aware of inventory management and keep a constant check on the room types available throughout the day To have an understanding of departmental goals and projections for average rate and occupancy Accommodate and document special requests in an accurate and efficient manner. Determine the most appropriate room type to meet guest requirements and maximize room rate. Explain guarantee and cancellation policies to callers. Describe room accommodations and benefit feature sale amenities to guests. Use sales techniques when assisting guests in making reservations, including personalizing calls, obtaining complete guest needs, suggesting alternate dates or directing guests to sister properties on sold out days. Answer guest questions about property facilities/services (e.g., hours of operation, room availability, restricted dates, rates and room types, packages, promotions, entertainment, restaurants, special events). Assign confirmation/cancellation numbers and clearly relay this information to callers, giving them the option of emailing and/or faxing these numbers. Identify guest reservation needs by asking open-ended questions to obtain all necessary information Follow "up selling" techniques and sales strategies in order to maximize property revenue. Identify repeat guests using appropriate codes Any other duties as may reasonably be requested by the management team including assistance for large events or hotel functions. Carry out any other reasonable task (which may not be stated here) as requested. Assist in Task Force Teams for new openings. • Minimum one year experience with the same position in a 5-star hotel • High School graduate • Prior experience working with Opera or a related system • Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities • Fluency in English, additional languages are a plus