AddressAdditional Information Salary: £23123.25 per annum.
Job Number 24039066
Job Category Rooms & Guest Services Operations
Location Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa Edinburgh, 1 Festival Square, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Schedule Full-Time
Located Remotely? N
Relocation? N
Position Type Non-Management
POSITION SUMMARY
We are currently recruiting for a Receptionist (Guest Service Agent) to join our award winning Front Office team at the Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa.
Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa is one of Scotland's leading 5 star hotels. As the largest 5 star hotel, we also have the biggest banqueting and meeting facilities of any hotel in Edinburgh with a capacity of up to 500 and our One Square Restaurant and bar.
This is a full time role working 5 days out of 7 on a variety of shifts, the earliest start time being 7am.
Do you want to be part of a team of talented people, passionate about creating extraordinary experiences for our guests? Then we look forward to receiving your application. Role:
To ensure the seamless delivery of all Reception procedures and provide outstanding Guest Service. Assist fellow team members in creating memorable guest experiences while maintaining a calm, professional environment at all times.
Essential Functions
· Prepare documentation for daily business
· Ensure prompt, efficient and courteous welcome and farewell experience for guests
· Record and administer arrivals and departures including cash handling
· Ensuring guest’s needs and complaints are dealt with speedily and recording as appropriate
· Full awareness of current daily status of Hotel
· Thoroughly conversant with all room types, décor and outlook
· Be aware of daily functions, events, VIP and group arrivals
· Monitor the generic email inboxes and make sure guest’s requests /correspondence is dealt with in a timely manner i.e. dinner / spa reservation requests or gift vouchers
· Actively listen and respond positively to guest questions, concerns, and requests using brand or property specific process to resolve issues, delight, and build trust.
· Provide assistance to individuals with disabilities, including assisting visually, hearing, or physically-impaired individuals within guidelines (e.g., escorting them when requested, using words to explain actions, writing directions on paper, moving objects out of the way, or offering access to TDD phones).
· Be the first point of contact for any internal or external calls and assist as necessarily included but not limited to: reservations enquiries, Guest Service request, room service orders, general questions, spa and restaurant reservations.
· Develop and maintain positive and productive working relationships with other employees and departments.
· Follow up on all No Shows from previous day and action accordingly
· Pre–arrival checks ensuring traces, alerts, billing procedures are all correct and updated
· Liaise with third parties and travel agents in regards to bookings, billing, requests and maintain the extranet platforms when applicable.
· Assist with any Concierge inquiries and duties
· Oversee revenue management tasks including balancing room inventory and ensure rates codes are built correctly
· To carry out any other duties as required
Requirements:
We are looking for someone who is energetic and self-motivated and who has a passion for delivering great service in a warm professional manner and be able to work well under pressure.
Ideally you will have at least 1 year experience within a customer facing role, preferable within the Front Office department within a 5 star environment.
Our expectations of you will be that you are able to work on your own initiative as well as part of a team and have a strong desire to improve on your skills and knowledge as well as:
· High school diploma required, additional hospitality training preferred.
· Extensive Knowledge of Internet/MS Office applications and related IT preferred.
· Knowledge of the Opera PMS and Marriott systems is an advantage
· To project a pleasant and positive professional image to all contacts at all times
· Great Customer Service Skills - Must enjoy guest interaction and be able to anticipate guest needs and maintain a positive and professional attitude at all times.
· Must be able to maintain a high level of product and service knowledge in order to explain and sell services and facilities to guests.
· Must be a Team Player – Demonstrate experience of building positive working relationships and promoting team spirit.
· Excellent command of English language (verbal and written)
You will join a fun loving and passionate team who excel in delivering world class standards and live and breathe the brand culture.
So why work for the world’s largest hospitality company?
• A competitive salary plus free meals whilst on duty.
• 28 days holiday each year, including bank holidays, this increases up to a maximum of 33 days (pro rata) after further service
• Worldwide employee and friends & family hotel room rates plus a free overnight stay with Spa access (for you and a plus 1) on the night of your induction
• 50% off all F&B outlets within the hotel and 20% F&B discount in other Marriott hotels!
• Discounts off your supermarket shop, other shopping and experiences through our Marriott Benefit Hub
• 50% off Spa Treatments and £50 gym membership within our One Spa!
• 24/7 and employee healthcare plan with access to Mental Healthcare first aiders
• Refer a friend to work with us and receive a £500 bonus
• Opportunities for career progression and to transfer around the world plus opportunities to get involved in our charitable and community activities
• Many more benefits however most importantly, we’ll help you grow, and develop you as an individual.
Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.
When you join the Sheraton family, you become a member of its global community. We’ve been a place to gather and connect since 1937. At Sheraton, associates create a sense of belonging in more than 400 communities around the world. We invite, we welcome, and we connect guests through engaging experiences and thoughtful service. If you’re a team player who is excited to deliver a meaningful guest experience, we encourage you to explore your next career opportunity with Sheraton. Join us on our mission to be ‘The World’s Gathering Place’. In joining Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.
