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Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach is seeking a Communications Specialist to join our exceptional Reservations team. Don't miss this unique opportunity to be part of our award-winning team, while beginning your career with the world's leading luxury hotel company!
Job Responsibility:
Use a consultative sales approach to identify guests’ needs and make relevant, personalized recommendations, and answer questions guests may have
Actively seek opportunities to recommend additional services that add value to the guest experience
Book reservations ensuring a high degree of accuracy
Clearly explain rates, availability and cancellation policies pertaining to the reservation
Respond to customer service inquiries in a professional, personalized manner
Liaise with hotel teams on behalf of guests and travel professionals
Meet or exceed established quality and productivity goals
Provide support through chat and phone calls as needed
Support Managers/Supervisors in ensuring all ResCom agents are meeting standards and are performing e-mail handling at expected level
Assist Manager/Supervisors with coaching and feedback to all agents promptly
Respond to all guest inquiries, booking requests, and service issues promptly and professionally
Ensure all emails are answered within the hotel’s standard response times
Use templates and personalized messages to maintain consistency and quality in communications
Monitor and manage the hotel’s main email inbox, categorizing and prioritizing and highlighting urgent emails as needed
Provide exceptional customer service to ensure guest satisfaction and loyalty
Address guest complaints and issues effectively, providing appropriate solutions and alternatives
Follow up on guest interactions to ensure resolution and satisfaction
Coordination and Collaboration with Reservations Department and Sales Managers
Liaise with various departments (e.g., reservations, housekeeping, food and beverage) to coordinate guest requests and ensure seamless service delivery
Communicate with the front desk and other relevant teams to stay updated on guest arrivals, departures, and special requests
Support with training and mentor junior communications agents, ensuring they understand and adhere to the hotel’s standards and procedures
Provide ongoing support and feedback to team members to enhance their performance and professional development
Conduct regular audits of email communications to ensure compliance with hotel standards and protocols
Implement improvements based on guest feedback and industry best practices
Develop and update email templates and response guidelines
Maintain accurate records of email communications and guest interactions
Prepare regular reports on email response times, guest satisfaction, and other key metrics
Analyze trends and identify areas for improvement in email communication and guest service processes
Requirements:
Must be able to work all shifts including AM, PM, weekends and holidays
Must be fluent in reading, writing and spoken English
Must be able to analyze guest situations and make suggestions that meets and exceeds the guest’s expectations of the hotel
Ability to analyze, prioritizes, organize, multi-task and follow up with a strong sense of urgency
Excellent interpersonal, typing and communication skills, as well as a positive attitude
Strong working knowledge of computers including but not limited to Microsoft Office and Opera PMS
Skills and ability to learn and master multiple software systems
1-2 years’ experience in an administrative setting
What we offer:
Competitive Salary & Wages
401(k) Retirement Plan
Excellent Training and Development opportunities
Complimentary Accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts