- Full-Time
- Permanent
- Sales & Marketing
- ACCOR
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Novotel Bur Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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REF110158X
Reservation Agent
Region
MEA SPAC
Join us at Accor, where life pulses with passion!
As a pioneer in the art of responsible hospitality, the Accor Group gathers more than 45 brands, 5,600 hotels, 10,000 restaurants, and lifestyle destinations in 110 countries. While each brand has its own personality, where you will be able to truly find yourself, they all share a common ambition: to keep innovating and challenging the status-quo.
By joining us, you will become a Heartist®, because hospitality is, first and foremost, a work of heart.
You will join a caring environment and a team where you can be all you are. You will be in a supportive place to grow, to fulfil yourself, to discover other professions and to pursue career opportunities, in your hotel or in other hospitality environments, in your country or anywhere in the world!
You will enjoy exclusive benefits, specific to the sector and beyond, as well as strong recognition for your daily commitment.
Everything you will do with us, regardless of your profession, will offer a deep sense of meaning, to create lasting, memorable and impactful experiences for your customers, for your colleagues
Hospitality is a work of heart,
Join us and become a Heartist®.
What do we expect from you?
Under the general guidance of the Cluster Assistant Reservations Manager or any other authorized by the management, handle all room reservation enquiries to the required standard, maintain accurate and complete records of all reservations, and take every opportunity to maximize revenue potential for the hotel through upselling and increasing length of stay.
How your day looks like:
- Accountable for maximizing revenue by converting reservation enquiries in accordance with the hotel selling strategy and providing an excellent standard of customer service.
- To answer all incoming reservation enquiries, by telephone, fax or email, in a timely manner, to the agreed departmental standard, and wherever possible convert them into bookings.
- To be fully knowledgeable in the operation, functionality and standards required in using Opera and TARS System.
- To adhere to the minimum rate / minimum stay selling strategies, as implemented by the revenue. team, whilst always attempting to gain the highest possible revenue advantage for the hotel
- To input reservations into Opera reservation system, ensuring all details are accurate and complete in line with agreed departmental standards.
- To update any special requests and billing details in Opera.
- To provide polite and friendly response to all incoming telephone enquiries.
- To be fully aware of the hotels facilities and to pass information on to the customers, and to maximize hotel revenue by taking every opportunity to up-sell products and hotel services wherever possible.
- To process all enquiries and reservation confirmations on the same day as receipt.
- To maintain accurate filing systems for all correspondence within the department
- To build a good rapport with customers / regular bookers on the telephone to encourage future loyalty and business opportunities.
- To identify potential sales leads for the sales team to develop future accounts.
- To be aware of the hotels financial targets and the contribution made by the reservations team in achieving those targets.
- To ensure a high degree of personal skills, accuracy and attention to detail, and a positive attitude.
- To perform as part of a team, assisting colleagues where necessary and carrying out relevant duties as requested by the team and management.
- Minimum of 1-2 year experience in Front Office, Reservations, or Sales, preferably in the hospitality industry
- Professional telephone etiquette and strong written communication skills
- Proficiency in Property Management Systems (e.g., Opera Cloud) and Microsoft Office applications
- Detail-oriented with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make decisions independently
- Flexible availability to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays
- Customer-focused mindset with a passion for delivering exceptional service
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
- Fluency in English , additional languages are a plus
Discover a world where life pulses with passion
Diversity & Inclusion for Accor means welcoming each and everyone and respecting their differences by giving priority only to qualities and skills in extending employment and development opportunities. Our ambition is to provide meaningful employment, a warm and welcoming culture, excellent working conditions and to promote the development of all people, including those with disabilities.
When applying, do not hesitate to let us know of any specific needs you may have so that we can take them into consideration.
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We take pride in promoting heartfelt hospitality with a French Zest, valuing passion, excellence and emotional intelligence. We pioneer a committed and sustainable approach to luxury, encouraging openness and inclusivity. We value new encounters with colleagues and guests from all horizons with a goal of creating a distinctive culture together.
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