Reservationist
Inns of Aurora
$17-22 hourly depending on experience
Position Purpose:
Under the direction of the Reservation Manager, the Reservationist will provide a seamless guest experience by securing accommodation, dining, Spa, and resort experience reservations with a professional and approachable demeanor.
**Weekend and Evening Availability is Required**
Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks:
+ Secure all resort reservations (accommodations, experiences, and dining) via phone and electronic booking channels.
+ using available resources to accommodate guest requests within parameters
+ Communicate with guests primarily via phone and e-mail, occasionally in person.
+ Act as a brand ambassador to curate "the perfect stay" for each and every guest
+ Provide back-up support for guest services staff members, as needed.
+ Ability to manage multiple systems simultaneously, leverage technology to increase efficiency and drive productivity
+ Strategically up-sell guests to maximize revenue
+ Provide tours to guests, if requested
+ Provide support for Sales Department
+ Maintain an approachable, knowledgeable, and accommodating attitude
+ Answer general inquiries and direct phone calls to their appropriate departments
+ Handle guest complaints with empathy and work to bring resolution to issues with little direct support from supervisor
+ Maintain knowledge of current area events, activities, and hours of operation
+ Maintain knowledge of guest policies, room rates, and availability
+ Other duties, as assigned
Requirements
+ High school degree
+ Comfortable working in a highly technical, multi-system driven environment
+ Knowledge of high-touch operations and service requirements
+ Ability to work independently and exercise excellent judgement
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills
+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and strong computer literacy
+ Ability to multi-task effectively under fast-paced working conditions
+ Must demonstrate a professional demeanor and possess highly developed interpersonal skills
+ Flexibility with hourly schedules, including weekend, holiday and evening availability
PREFERENCES
+ Prior experience in hotel operations/ reservations
+ Experience working with Stay n' Touch PMS and Synxis CRS
+ Specialized historical knowledge of Cayuga County
+ Extensive knowledge of arts, culture, viniculture, agriculture, and history of the Finger Lakes and Inn
+ Familiarity with IOA properties
Benefits
We are proud to offer outstanding benefits to all of our employees.
Full-time employees, those working 30 hours per week or more on average, are offered competitive medical and dental benefits, as well as generous paid time off packages.
Full-time and part-time employees are eligible to participate in our 401K program and supplementary benefits.
We are proud to offer all of our employees a highly competitive employee discount at all of our lodging and dining properties.
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