Reservations Agent
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About the Role
Raffles Hotel Jeddah is seeking a professional Reservations Agent to manage bookings, provide information about hotel services, and maximize revenue through up-selling. The role requires strong customer service, accuracy in data entry, and flexibility to work evenings and weekends.
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Responsibilities
- Handle incoming reservations via phone, email, and online booking systems, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
- Provide detailed information about hotel accommodations, rates, packages, and special offers to potential guests
- Utilize up selling techniques to maximize room revenue and promote hotel services
- Enter and maintain reservation data in the property management system (PMS) with high accuracy
- Follow up on guest requests and inquiries within 24 hours of receipt
- Assist with group bookings and manage allotments as directed by management
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth guest experiences from reservation to check out
- Monitor and update hotel availability to optimize occupancy rates
- Prepare daily reports on reservations, cancellations, and modifications
- Maintain knowledge of local attractions and events to assist guests with inquiries
- Adhere to hotel policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with industry standards
- Participate in regular training sessions to stay updated on new offerings and reservation techniques
Requirements
- Vocational Certificate in Hotel Management, Business Administration, or Bachelor's degree in Hotel Administration, Business Administration, or equivalent
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in a similar role, or 6 months of experience in reservations or front office operations
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and property management systems (e.g., OPERA)
- Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal
- Strong customer service orientation
- Detail oriented with high level of accuracy in data entry
- Ability to multi task and work efficiently in a fast paced environment
- Flexible schedule, including availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Demonstrated sales skills and ability to up sell hotel services
- Cultural sensitivity and adaptability to work in a diverse environment
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Company Description
- Located adjacent to the residential tower, expert service and world class luxury combine in the Raffles Hotel Jeddah, which is ready to welcome you and your guests at any moment. Here, the high standards, special touches, and trademark elegance of the Raffles brand are the ultimate compliment to the
Job Description
- Handle incoming reservations via phone, email, and online booking systems, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
- Provide detailed information about hotel accommodations, rates, packages, and special offers to potential guests
- Utilize up selling techniques to maximize room revenue and promote hotel services
- Enter and maintain reservation data in the property management system (PMS) with a high level of accuracy
- Follow up on guest requests and inquiries within 24 hours of receipt
- Assist with group bookings and manage allotments as directed by management
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth guest experiences from reservation to check out
- Monitor and update hotel availability to optimize occupancy rates
- Prepare daily reports on reservations, cancellations, and modifications
- Maintain knowledge of local attractions and events to assist guests with inquiries
- Adhere to hotel policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with industry standards
- Participate in regular training sessions to stay updated on new offerings and reservation techniques
Qualifications
- Vocational Certificate in Hotel Management, Business Administration, or Bachelor's degree in Hotel Administration, Business Administration, or equivalent
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in a similar role, or 6 months of experience in reservations or front office operations
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and property management systems (e.g., OPERA)
- Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal
- Strong customer service orientation with the ability to interact professionally with guests, employees, and third parties
- Detail oriented with a high level of accuracy in data entry and information management
- Ability to multi task and work efficiently in a fast paced environment
- Flexible schedule, including availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required
- Knowledge of hospitality industry standards and best practices
- Demonstrated sales skills and ability to up sell hotel services
- Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure
- Cultural sensitivity and adaptability to work in a diverse environment
Additional Information
- Being a Raffles employee means embodying and conveying the brand and the company mindset through our Heartiest service culture.
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