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We are currently recruiting for a Front Desk 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.
Job Responsibility:
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
Actively listen and respond positively to guest questions, concerns, and requests
Provide assistance to individuals with disabilities
Be the first point of contact for any internal or external calls
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
To carry out any other duties as required
Requirements:
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
Great Customer Service Skills
Must be able to maintain a high level of product and service knowledge
Must be a Team Player
Excellent command of English language (verbal and written)
At least 1 year experience within a customer facing role, preferable within the Front Office department within a 5 star environment
What we offer:
Free meals whilst on duty
28 days holiday each year, including bank holidays
Worldwide employee and friends & family hotel room rates
50% off all F&B outlets within the hotel
20% F&B discount in other Marriott hotels
Discounts off your supermarket shop, other shopping and experiences through Marriott Benefit Hub
50% off Spa Treatments
£50 gym membership
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