Guest Communication Executive (Reservations) Grosvenor Place
Job description
Guest Communication Executive (Reservations)
Business Unit: The Peninsula London
Location: London
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RECRUITMENT EVENTS
The Peninsula London is pleased to announce that we are seeking a Guest Communication Executive that will report to the Guest Communications Manager. This role is a fundamental position at the heart of the hotel as the centre of all communications. Responsible for all the functions within the centre such as room and F&B reservations, switchboard management, connection, Room Service orders overnight, and Spa reservations overflow. The first point of telecommunications is to welcome and provide information alongside memorable experiences.
- An exceptional opportunity to join our high-profile flagship hotel opening in London
- Market-leading remuneration, service charge, and attractive benefits (Full Time & Part Time Opportunities available)
- Join our award-winning group, working alongside a highly experienced team
Key Accountabilities
- Taking all telephone calls, both internal and external, and ensuring any requests are handled with efficiency and friendly service.
- Take reservations and record these accurately into the system, handling all confirmations, and ensuring accurate records and guest preferences are updated. Follow up with relevant departments and ensure a smooth and seamless guest experience between services.
- Intricate knowledge of the hotel, residences, and all services including events and culinary offerings.
- Ensure proper inventory control of room availability in close collaboration with the Director of Revenue and the Front Office team.
- Ensure proper inventory control of F&B seating in close collaboration with the Director of F&B and the F&B Management team.
- Manage guest feedback and ensure elevated services recovery to exceed guest expectations, in keeping with the Peninsula Service Principles.
General Requirements
- Experience with customer service techniques and reservation within a similar work environment
- High proficiency in relevant computer software applications especially Hotel systems, Microsoft Office, or any F&B systems.
- Passion and appreciation of quality luxury hotel service with exceptional communication skills.
- Excellent time management and organization, highly adaptable, naturally positive.
- Flexibility and capability of working under pressure.
At the Peninsula London, we look after:
Your financial wellbeing:
- Excellent salary package
- Generous service charge distributed equitably to all colleagues
- Life Insurance
- Enhanced company contribution on pension plan
Your medical care:
- Medical cash plans including optical and dental coverage
- Enhanced maternity and paternity leave plan
- Workplace nursery salary exchange program
Your daily health routine:
- State of the art heart of house facilities including a gym, fitness classes, relaxation room, contemplation room and nursing mothers’ room
- Colleague restaurant with healthy and balanced 24/7 food offerings
- On-site occupational health and safety nurse and wellbeing education sessions
Other perks:
- High street and online shopping discounts
- Rewards and recognition initiatives
- Dry cleaning for uniforms and work attire
Early 2023, we will share the next steps with suitable candidates prior to inviting you to meet with our team. During our intimate recruitment events, you will have an opportunity to engage with our leaders as well as gain a better understanding of our unique culture and why The Peninsula London will be a special workplace that you can call home.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Peninsula family and receiving your resume.
