- Full-Time
- Permanent
- FAIRMONT
- Rooms
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Fairmont Banff Springs, Banff, Canada
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Reservations Specialist - Groups
Region
Luxury & Lifestyle
Who We Are:
Join the team at Fairmont Banff Springs. Set in one of Western Canada’s most spectacular alpine destinations, Banff offers a unique community of hospitality enthusiasts, outdoor adventure seekers, artists, entertainers, and families alike. It's the perfect work/life combination.
Are you an individual with a high level of attention to detail and have a gregarious personality?
Are you one who is looking to grow your skills in the area of Group Reservations within the hospitality industry, whilst enjoying the breathtaking setting of the Canadian Rockies?
Starting Rate: $19.93 per hour
We recognize tenure through our compensation. Hourly rates increase after six months, and yearly to three years. At three years the pay rate for this role would be $24.90
Job Duties Include:
- Assisting group organizers and Conference Services Managers with room related requests.
- Collecting and inputting rooming lists and working with the Conference Services Managers to ensure this information is collated in a timely manner
- Responding to all enquiries in the Group Services inbox
- Corresponding with guests and clients via telephone and monitoring Group Services voicemail regularly
- Ensuring group billing procedures are set up accurately to meet client expectations and deadlines
- Reviewing group contracts, billing, rates, inventory and ensuring all is set up correctly
- Running block status and production change reports daily and updating group blocks accordingly
- Ensuring that inventory is loaded, maintained and balanced daily in the Central Reservations & Property Manager Systems, as well as in GroupMax/Passkey
- Working closely with Sales, Conference Services, Front Office and Accounting teams to ensure all client expectations are met and/or exceeded
- Weekly review of individual pick up groups to ensure inventory is reported accurately and that sufficient inventory is available for booking
- Auditing group contracts to ensure inventory is holding correctly, all concessions have been set-up accurately, and advising of any potential concerns that are foreseen
- Building rates and packages for groups and conferences based on what has been negotiated in contracts
- Attending pre-convention meetings as representative of Group Services department for the hotel
- Assisting with duties within other Reservations Segments (Leisure, Tour & FIT) when required
- Assisting with all other duties as assigned.
Your Skills & Qualifications:
- Previous reservations experience is an asset
- Must display strong analytical, organizational and administrative skills to be able to deal with multiple priorities simultaneously
- Passion for hotel operations with a high level of attention to detail
- Strong working knowledge of Opera Property Manager System (PMS)
- Working knowledge of Passkey/GroupMax is an asset
- Strong communication, interpersonal and problem solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal skills required
- Strong computer skills with a working knowledge of Word, and Excel
- Professional presentation with ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
- Must be willing to work shifts and varied days off on occasion.
Job Perks & Benefits:
- Subsidized staff accommodation provided on-site for full time status employees
- One complimentary meal per shift in our staff cafeteria (additional meals can be purchased for $4/meal)
- Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision & Dental) including extended benefits like; Mental Health, Orthodontics, Fertility Drugs and Gender Affirmation for full time permanent status employees
- Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer matching up to 5% of annual earnings for full time permanent status employees
- Employee travel program with discounts on room rates as well as on food & beverage at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide
- Access to the Mountain Explorer Travel Program – exclusive room rates for colleagues, which includes 50%off all food & beverage when staying at Fairmont Resorts in Lake Louise, Jasper & Whistler
- Discounts while using our resort’s Food & Beverage Outlets, Fitness Centre, Spa and Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Courses
Visa Requirements: Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.
Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
At Fairmont Banff Springs, we believe that the strength of our team lies in its diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that respects the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of the individual. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are dedicated to providing equal access to opportunities. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
If you are contacted by a Recruiter, kindly inform them at any stage of the recruitment process if you will need support or accommodations.
Persons who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence: bsh.careers@fairmont.com
APPLY TODAY: For more information on working and living in at Fairmont Banff Springs, please visit www.banffspringsjobs.com
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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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