- Full-Time
- Permanent
- Sales & Marketing
- ACCOR
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Mövenpick Hotel and Residences Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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REF18993K
Reservation Agent (Saudi National)
Region
MEA SPAC
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Our Vision, we make moments
Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts (MH&R) is in the “moments” business. We’re intimately involved in important times in our guests lives. And you never know when a moment can be made. A simple smile in the lobby can create the positivity that turns a business trip into a new business celebration. An insider tip on the best way to spend a day can make an entire holiday. A romantic dinner for two can lead to a longer term partnership.
It doesn’t take much to make a moment. Just to be genuine. And human. And warm. And take steps to do the ordinary in an extraordinary way.
We understand that this vision cannot be achieved without great people who create and support work environments designed to produce exceptional results.
The Role
- Under the guidance and supervision of the Revenue & Reservations Manager and within the limits of the established Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts policies and OSM (Operational Standards Manual), Receive and handle all reservations, work to and with management and strive to learn more each day. Show initiative to improve existing methods and refine established procedures. He/she participates in promotional and various marketing functions throughout the course of the year. Works diligently to develop and maintain corporate clientele in performing these duties he shall at all times maintain good relations with his supervisor, the Department Heads and supervisors as well as with the local authorities and other key persons.
- To record and process all reservation inquiries made by phone, fax or email efficiently and accurately and converted to sales where possible to meet hotel targets. He / She promote the desired work culture around Integrity, Respect, Team work and Service of Mövenpick Hotels and Resorts and its brand ethos.
Key Deliverables and Responsibilities
Planning & Organizing:
- To be aware of the Hotel occupancy and average room rate today, month to-date and performance against budget requirements.
- Maximize hotel yield by up selling and suggestive selling as set out.
- Perform as per OSM Standards and in line with the Service Ingredients. Be fully aware of the hotel daily events for the day
- Attend training classes as per schedule
- Is aware of the daily activities and has product knowledge of all the hotel facilities to maximise upselling at all times
- To have a good knowledge of all the different types of rooms, hotel facilities, hours of operation, restaurants, shops and ball rooms. To be well informed about special functions and events held in the hotel on a daily basis.
Operations:
- To follow the grooming standards of the hotel to portray a professional image at all times
- Show fullest cooperation and respect within the team and other departments
- To be fully aware of the national history, places of interest, shopping areas, etc.
- Works diligently to develop and maintain relationships with corporate clientele to maximise revenue
- To maintain professional confidentiality and never disclose any secrets pertaining to the Company.
- To ensure that the product standards are followed as trained.
- To input and answer all written correspondence (fax & email) and telephone inquiries within 24 hours of being received.
- To ensure all reservations are correctly and accurately input into the opera system and maintained.
- To ensure that all reports are completed on a daily basis and filed for reference.
- To be aware of the Hotel occupancy and average room rate today, month to-date and performance against budget requirements.
- Maximize hotel yield by up selling and suggestive selling in line with strategy.
- To file all correspondence on a daily basis ready for hand-over to reception.
- To conduct a daily audit of tomorrows arrival file to ensure accurate details are recorded in each reservation.
- To use guest names whenever appropriate.
- Thoroughly familiarizes oneself with the Hotel’s emergency procedures and is in a state of preparedness for any emergency which may occur.
- Seek out potential corporate clients and gives the lead to either the Reservations Manager or the Sales Department
- Co-ordination with Front Office and other departments if regarding requests as required.
- He/she is familiar with all related company documentation and especially with the relevant Operational Standards Manual for his/her field of responsibility.
- Assist in Task Force Teams for new openings as requested
- To have a complete understanding of and to adhere to Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts policy relating to Fire, Hygiene, Health and Safety
Administration:
- Ensure inputting and processing of all reservation requests to process the sales of rooms.
- To ensure complimentary vouchers are received from internal departments (wherever applicable) and are filed immediately.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication and customer contact skills
• Results and service oriented with an eye for details
• Ability to multi-task, work well in stressful & high-pressure situations
• A team player & builder
• A motivator & self-starter
• Well-presented and professionally groomed at all times
Meet Elma, a Luxury Reservation Consultant
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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