Reservations Agent

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• Following the initial group quotation stage, which is managed by the Director of Revenue, take over the management of the group block once the group has confirmed and the booking has been loaded into Opera.
• Be responsible for the ongoing management of the group block from handover through to departure, including monitoring cut-off dates, inventory and potential wash of business, and escalating any concerns to the Operations Manager and Director of Revenue.
• Load rooming lists into Opera accurately and promptly (within 24 hours of receipt) and make modifications to reservations as changes are received.
• Handle specific group requests (including room type, room allocation, early arrival, late departure and accessibility requirements) and respond to the group contact within 24 hours.
• Use hotel systems to communicate group requests and requirements to other departments, ensuring a clear line of communication for special requests or other reservation-related matters.
• Be responsible for the successful delivery of the group experience, liaising with the group contact and hotel stakeholders before, during and after the group’s stay.
• Manage loyalty memberships for group guests, including ensuring membership numbers are correctly captured on reservations.
• Preparation of group information sheets (group movements) and briefing of Hotel stakeholders prior to arrival of group.
• Handle any other department issues related to groups (including but not limited to follow up on prepayment, routing and vouchers) and manage group payments, cancellations and terms and conditions in line with the signed agreement.
• Produce reports and statistics as requested by the Operations Manager or Director of Revenue. This will include but not limited to, Group Wash and Rooming List Status reports.
• Maintains a precise filing system for all Group reservations and correspondence.
• Performs all reservations duties including making and entering reservations.
• Handle guest complaints and enquiries in an efficient and professional manner and ensure the Operations Manager is informed of any guest feedback.
• Maintains control of guest history and report to the Operations Manager.
• Ensure VIP and complimentary room night procedures are adhered to.
• Ensure Accor brand and company standards are implemented and updated.
• Promotes and maintains good public relations with group organisers, PCO’s, travel agents and commercial organisations.
• https://careers.accor.com/global/en/job/reservations-agent-fit-groups-in-perth-australia-jid-115689