Guest Relations Agent

Job Description

• 1.  
• Prepare for daily VIPs arrivals in terms of room allocation, amenities and special requests of Guests.
• Keep Mis-en-place ready for VIP arrival (Reg.-cards, room keys, welcome drink)
• Register and process check in/out for all VIPs guests efficiently and professionally.
• Escort VIP gussets to their rooms.
• Update guest information into the computer after a complete check in.
• Accountable for cashiering duties, foreign exchange transactions, night audits tasks and settlement upon Guests’ departure.
• Handles walk in counter reservation at all times and process call in reservation when room reservations section is closed
• Provide friendly sand courteous service to guest and respond promptly to all requests and inquiries at all time
• Resolve guests complaints/ requests and liaise with the department concerned to ensure immediately follow up
• Handle issuance of guest room key cards and ensure effective control for guest security.
• Ensure that all messages, mails and packages are delivered to the guest room.
• Assist at the Information counter, Foreign     Exchange and Business centre, as and when assigned.
• Have knowledge of the hotel rate codes, package, segmentation, discounts and how to handle each.
• Maintain continuous contact with hotel    guest to ensure that any problem or complain are handle efficiently & courteously.
• Follow up with Bell desk regards shuttle Bus.
• Daily courteous calls to VIP rooms, so too with other guests.
• Report any unusual occurrences or requested to manager.
• Be aware of the hotel accident Prevention Policies.
• Ensure the cleanliness and neatness of front office area.
• Review log book, verify outstanding and follow up pending. Identify if any special assignment for the day
• Check Hotel situation, occupancy, functions, groups, VIPs.
• Re-announce VIP rooms to Housekeeping and F&B departments.
• Check if all departure details for the day have been taken, as well as for the next day.
• To arrange for bouquets, cake and cards in case of guest’s anniversary and birthdays.
• Check VIP rooms after amenities are placed.
• Coordinate with the lobby manager regards arrival & departure transport arrangements for the day.
• File daily guest relations report and documents systematically.
• At the end of the shift or the day, he has to communicate all information that the next shift has to know for a well running of the operations.
• Co-ordination and information with the Front Office, Housekeeping, F&B and especially with the General Manager regarding MIPs and VIPs.
• Reviews Guest Comments daily and takes contact if necessary and possible with the guest for direct action.
• To effectively handle all guest complaints concerning the Front Office in co-ordination with the Front Office Manager, taking corrective action to prevent recurrence and convert the guest into a repeat customer. Co-ordinate proper actions with other departments, informs General Manager where necessary.

Qualifications

• University Degree in Hotel Management
• Fresher or a minimum of 1 year experience in a similar role in a 5-star hotel preferably on the same role
• Have excellent communication skills, empathy, patience, and courteous demeanor

Additional Information

What is in it for you:

• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates at Accor worldwide
• Learning programs through our Academies
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21