1. Full-Time
  2. Permanent
  3. Sales & Marketing
  4. ACCOR

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Novotel Abu Dhabi Gate, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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REF112442N

Reservations Supervisor

Region

MEA SPAC


Company Description

Join a hotel that is a member of the Accor network, whose group brings together more than 45 brands, 5,500 hotels, 10,000 restaurants and lifestyle destinations. Here, we believe in you and what you bring to the table. There are many opportunities for development and advancement. Every gesture, every smile, every action, contributes to creating a positive and memorable impact for our customers, our colleagues and also for our planet. Together, we embody the vision of responsible hospitality.

Take the opportunity to become a Heartist®, and let your heart guide you in this world where life beats faster.


Job Description

Job Description – Reservations Supervisor

  • Supervise the daily operations of the Reservations Department, ensuring all enquiries are handled accurately and promptly.
  • Process individual and group reservations in accordance with Accor standards and hotel policies.
  • Coordinate group bookings, including room blocks, rooming lists, contract rates, billing instructions, pick-up, cancellations, release dates, and special requests.
  • Liaise with Sales, Revenue, Front Office, Housekeeping, and Finance to ensure seamless coordination of group reservations.
  • Ensure all reservation details, payment guarantees, and billing instructions are accurate and properly documented.
  • Monitor room inventory, group blocks, and stop-sell restrictions to maximize occupancy and revenue opportunities.
  • Maintain a proactive selling approach by promoting upselling opportunities and supporting revenue optimization.
  • Review daily arrivals to ensure the accuracy of rates, market segments, guest profiles, and reservation details.
  • Handle group billing enquiries, reservation escalations, VIP bookings, and guest complaints professionally.
  • Prepare reservation and group reports as required and assist with forecasting and inventory management.
  • Train and support Reservations Agents while ensuring compliance with Accor standards and departmental procedures.
  • Deliver exceptional guest service in line with Accor's Heartist values and perform any other duties assigned by management.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 2 years' experience in a hotel reservations role, including at least 1 year in a supervisory capacity.
  • Previous experience with Accor is preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of Opera Cloud (Opera PMS), Microsoft Office applications, and Accor systems such as Resaweb, ACDC, and FASTCOM.
  • Experience in handling both individual and group reservations within a hotel environment.
  • Good understanding of revenue management principles, inventory control, and reservation procedures.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and negotiation skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships.
  • Ability to work independently, demonstrate initiative, multitask, and adapt to changing business needs.
  • Multicultural awareness with the ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment.
  • Flexible to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and public holidays, as required.
  • Fluent in spoken and written English; additional language skills are an advantage.

Additional Information

Prior experience working with Opera or a related system
Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
Fluency in English & additional languages are a plus

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 foster our creativity, our excellence and progressiveness. We interconnect with each other and our environment, to create a new kind of quiet luxury. With us, you can take pride in being part of a wider global team leading the way in local sustainability initiatives. Working together with our communities, we will empower you to make your own meaningful impact.

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Let your passion shine

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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