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Work with Sales and Front Office to ensure all group rooms are reserved, group billing is set up, rooms are blocked according to requests, and to assist with check-in and check-out.
• Answer the telephone and greet prospective guests in a friendly manner using clear, verbal English communication. Listen to callers to understand inquiries and requests. Promptly provide accurate information regarding availability, accommodation types, transportation to and from hotel, rate, etc. Promote HEI Hotels and Resorts and brand-specific marketing programs. Assign reservations based on guest preferences and availability. • Read, retrieve, communicate and verify information including confirmation number to caller. Input and retrieve data using a computer reservation system and utilizing codes for efficiency. • Answer questions regarding hotel facilities and services, airline partnerships, local attractions, directions, etc. Know, understand, and communicate applicable deposit and guarantee policies as requested. Handle complaints in a tactful manner and negotiate resolutions such as alternative accommodations when hotel is sold out. • Greet customers immediately with a friendly and sincere welcome. Use a positive and clear speaking voice, listen to and understand requests, respond with appropriate action and provide accurate information such as outlet hours and local attractions. • Complete the registration process by inputting and retrieving information from a computer system, confirming pertinent information including number of guests and room rate. Promote HEI Hotels and Resorts and brand marketing programs. Make appropriate selection of rooms based on guest needs. Code electronic keys. Non-verbally confirm the room number and rate. Provide welcome folders containing room keys, certificates, coupons and refreshment center keys as appropriate. • Verify and imprint credit cards for authorization using electronic acceptance methods. Handle cash, make change and balance an assigned house bank. Accept and record vouchers, traveler’s checks, and other forms of payment. Convert foreign currency at current posted rates. Post charges to guest rooms and house accounts using the computer. • Process and handle group rooming lists, reservations, and associate reservations requests by inputting data into the reservations system. • Build and monitor group masters, cutoff dates and group cancellations, releasing any unused rooms at the determined time. • Pre-block group rooming lists prior to arrival. • Communicate both verbally and in writing to provide clear direction to staff. • Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis. • Perform any other job related duties as assigned.
Experience
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.• Hotel experience required.
Skills and Knowledge
• Ability to effectively deal with customers, some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact and diplomacy to defuse anger to collect accurate information. • Ability to access, read and accurately input information using a moderately complex computer system. • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, customers and patrons. • Ability to input data at a minimum of 40 WPM on a computer keyboard with or without reasonable accommodation.• Command of the English language both written and verbal.• Monitor and analyze Rooms Inventory to maximize occupancy and increase average rate. This includes monitoring of group blocks, determining cut off dates, and rate restrictions. • Ability to stand and move throughout front office and continuously perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
HEI Hotels and Resorts is committed to providing a comprehensive benefit program that offers you choices for your physical, mental and financial wellness, creating value in your most important investment - you!For your physical and mental wellness we offer competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as Vision insurance programs through EyeMed. Our Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs are available for you to rejuvenate with time off. For your financial wellness, HEI provides a wide array of coverage, including Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability plans. Our 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs provide additional incentives for choosing HEI as the employer of your future. Specific details and eligibility of these programs vary by location and employment status.
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HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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$26k-35k (estimate)
01/26/2023
04/03/2024
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