Current Vacancies at Marriott International

Function

• Reporting to the Concierge Manager, the successful incumbent is responsible to ensure all guest receive a welcoming experience. Assist with guest luggage requirements. Ensure that all valet parking request is conducted in a responsible manner whilst ensuring that all safety processes are adhered to and all relevant valet vehicle checks are conducted in accordance with Marriott International Policies and Procedures

Required Experience & Qualifications

• 2 years’ working experience in a Customer Service orientated/ Guest Experience / Hospitality environment preferable 
• A valid code 08 Drivers license with at least 2 years driving experience
• Hospitality qualification advantageous
• Well versed in the English language, both verbal and written
• People centric with a strong focus on the Guest experience
• Ability to perform physically challenging tasks
• Maintain a neat and well-groomed appearance at all times
• Professional telephone and communication etiquette
• Ability to use Initiative and be proactive and self-driven
• Ability to work without supervision and within a team
• Ability to work within a pressurized environment
• Required to work rostered shifts and irregular hours as per operational requirements
• Available to work weekends and Public holidays as per operational requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Report directly to the Concierge Manager 
• Ensure the highest standards of service throughout the hotel
• Assist within the department as required.
• Welcome and acknowledge each and every guest in a friendly verbal greeting using the guest name when possible open doors for guest.
• Escort guest in to the Hotel at all time when and introduce guest to the front desk.
• Ensure guest receives his/her luggage in a timeous manner to room.
• Ensure guest cars are valet parked on request.
• Ensure the guest vehicle is checked when valet parking vehicles and drive 10 km per hour / ensure vehicle seats are left in the same position.
• Report whereabouts to the Supervisor on shift.
• Answer telephone within 3 rings using the appropriate telephone etiquette.
• Ensure that the driveway / lobby area is always clean and attended to.
• To ensure all quests are served and receive the personal attention required whilst staying at the Westin Hotel

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• Reporting to the Director of Events Planning, the successful incumbent will respond to client enquiries regarding group accommodation, conferences and exhibitions inclusive of telephonic and email enquiries as well as provide and maintain the quality and standards of the Westin Cape Town within a pressurized environment and in accordance with Marriott International Hotels Policies and Procedures.

What We offer:

• Market related salary
• Learning and development opportunities through online platforms, on the job trainings and classroom-based courses
• Discounts on hotel rooms, food and beverage and spa in Marriott International portfolio
• Wellbeing activities and sustainability initiatives through the Take Care and 360° programs
• On Property Café
• Medical Aid Company 
• Provident Fund Company Benefits 
• Associate Uniform and Laundry service thereof
• Employee Well-being Programme

Required Experience & Qualifications:

• A recognised qualification in Event Management / Hotel Management preferable
• Minimum two years’ group booking and eventing experience
• Extensive reservations/banqueting sales experience
• Professional telephone, communication and email etiquette 
• People centric with a strong focus on the Guest experience 
• Ability to work within a pressurized environment
• Ability to work within a pressurized environment 
• Extensive working knowledge of Fidelio Opera/ Sales & Catering
• Professional and pleasant disposition 
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills essential
• Strong planning and organizing skills to meet deadlines with regards to operational requirements essential 
• Strong and effective communication, problem solving and decision making skills at all levels essential
• Opera systems knowledge
• Ability to use Initiative and be proactive and self-motivated
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Package
• Ability to use Initiative and be proactive and self-driven
• Ability to work without supervision and within a team
• Attention to detail pertaining to area of responsibility
• Required to work as per operational requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete all daily duties as set out in departmental duties and requirements.
• Perform and administrative function pertaining to sourcing quotations, contracts / pro forma invoices and ensure that confirmation and deposits are received according to contract specifications and liaising with independent suppliers when necessary based on the client’s requirements inclusive of technical companies, translation facilities, décor companies, entertainment, exhibition stand builders etc. 
• Liaise directly with relevant departments within the hotel to obtain rates and to ensure that all parties are aware of forthcoming events.
• Ensure that all quotations are followed up on a regular basis in order to ensure maximum usage of the conference facilities.
• Liaise with the client and attend on site meetings in order to discuss the events.
• Compile function sheets for distribution and ensure relevant details are obtained from the client advising and assisting them if necessary.
• Participate in meetings with the operations team to discuss the forthcoming events to ensure a smooth handover.
• Attend to any queries from the client during the event should the operations team require assistance. 
• Follow up post conference to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Liaise with relevant departments pertaining to function accounts and ensure that the client is in receipt of necessary documentation.
• Conduct telemarketing to follow up on new business / current clients.
• Posting & reconciling of charges related to the group/event and ensure accounts are closed timeously. Commission & Bonvoy point administration

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POSITION SUMMARY

• Prepare special meals or substitute items. Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters. Pull food from freezer storage to thaw in the refrigerator. Ensure proper portion, arrangement, and food garnish. Maintain food logs. Monitor the quality and quantity of food that is prepared. Communicate assistance needed during busy periods. Inform Chef of excess food items for use in daily specials. Inform Food & Beverage service staff of menu specials and out of stock menu items. Ensure the quality of the food items. Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist. Prepare cold foods.
• Assist management in hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, and motivating and coaching employees; serve as a role model. Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; complete safety training and certifications. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets. Anticipate and address guests’ service needs. Speak with others using clear and professional language. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support team to reach common goals; listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees. Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards. Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time. Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION

• Education: Technical, Trade, or Vocational School Degree.
• Related Work Experience: At least 3 years of related work experience.
• Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience.
• License or Certification: None

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POSITION SUMMARY

Function

• The successful incumbents are required to perform duties to ensure the upkeep of all Guest Rooms and Public Areas as well as perform other duties within the housekeeping department as and when required whilst complying with all required COVID19 practices and protocols in accordance with Marriott International Policies and Procedures.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• 1 - 2 years’ experience in Housekeeping in a 4 or 5 Star Hotel
• Professional disposition
• Ability to speak, read and write in the English language 
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work without supervision
• Customer and Service Delivery focused
• Ability to perform physically challenging tasks
• Ensure uniform, personal appearance and hygiene is clean and professional at all times
• Be able to work within a team 
• Attention to detail pertaining to area of responsibility
• Required to work rostered shifts and irregular hours as per operational requirements
• Flexible working hours as well as available to work weekends and Public holidays as per operational requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning and related functions within the housekeeping department 
• Respond promptly to requests from guests and other departments. 
• Access to guest rooms whilst complying with required policies and procedures 
• Fill cart with supplies and transport cart to assigned area. 
• Replace guest amenities and supplies in rooms. 
• Replace dirty linens with clean items and make beds. 
• Clean bathrooms. 
• Remove trash, dirty linen, and room service items. 
• Check that all appliances are present in the room and in working order. 
• Straighten desk items, furniture, and appliances.
• Dust, polish, and remove marks from walls and furnishings. 
• Vacuum carpets and performs floor care duties (e.g., in guest rooms and hallway). 
• Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures;
• Report any maintenance problems, safety hazards, accidents, or injuries;
• Complete safety training and certifications;
• Properly store flammable materials. 
• Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards; 
• Anticipate and address guests’ service needs;
• You need to be able to push and pull a loaded housekeeping cart and other work-related equipment over sloping and uneven surfaces. 
• Perform duties within the Housekeeping department as and when required.

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POSITION SUMMARY

• Our jobs aren’t just about putting food on the table that our guests will enjoy until they ask for their bill. Instead, we want to build an experience that is memorable and unique – with food and drinks on the side. Our Guest Service Support Experts take the initiative and deliver a wide range of services to make sure food and beverage operations run smoothly. Whether setting tables, assisting the kitchen, or cleaning work areas and replenishing supplies, the Guest Service Support Expert provides the support that make transactions feel like part of the experience.
• No matter what position you are in, there are a few things that are critical to success – creating a safe workplace, following company policies and procedures, upholding quality standards, and ensuring your uniform, personal appearance, and communications are professional. Guest Service Support Experts will be on their feet and moving around (stand, sit, or walk for an extended time; moving over sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces), managing the menu (read and visually verify information), and taking a hands-on approach to work (move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance and 50 pounds with assistance; reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping). Doing all these things well (and other reasonable job duties as requested) is critical for Guest Service Support Experts – to get it right for our guests and our business each and every time.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Related Work Experience: Related work experience. Previous experience in a food and beverage environment preferred.
• Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience.
• License or Certification: None

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POSITION SUMMARY

• Set-up, operate, and troubleshoot all AV/projection/lighting/conferencing equipment, devices, and systems.
• Oversee the set-up of AV equipment in banquet and meeting rooms. Ensure all AV equipment is fully operational, repair or clean equipment when necessary.
• Label any broken equipment and communicate problems to manager/supervisor.
• Tape down and dress all loose wire and cable. Check delivered equipment and room set-up against Banquet Event Order.
• Communicate any additions or deletions to flowsheets to manager/supervisor. Assist and instruct guests/customers regarding proper usage and operation of AV equipment, up-sell different AV services, and monitor equipment operation at appropriate intervals.
• Break-down, remove, and secure equipment when not in use. Read, understand, and adhere to Marriott Visual Productions (MVP program) SOP book.
• Follow all company safety and security policies and procedures, and report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager.
• Follow all company policies and procedures, ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional, maintain confidentiality of proprietary information, and protect company assets.
• Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards, anticipate and address guests’ service needs, and thank guests with genuine appreciation.
• Speak with others using clear and professional language.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others, and support team to reach common goals.
• Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards.
• Reach, grasp, turn, manipulate, move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Visually inspect tools, equipment, or machines. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Related Work Experience: At least 1 year of related work experience.
• Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience.
• License or Certification: None

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JOB SUMMARY

• Supports all property operations, ensuring that the highest levels of hospitality and service are provided. Manages the flow of questions and directs guests within the lobby. Supports the tracking and resolution of service issues.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education and Experience

• Accredited Hospitality qualification is advantageous.
• At least 2 years’ experience in similar role. 
• At least 2 years’ experience in a management role.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Managing Guest Services and Front Desk Operations

• Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.
• Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
• Serves as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors.
• Supervises and manages employees. Understanding employee positions well enough to perform duties in employee’s absence.

Maintaining Guest Services and Front Desk Goals

• Manages day-to-day operations, ensuring the quality, standards and meeting the expectations of the customers on a daily basis.
• Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
• Supports handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
• Assists with energy conservation efforts by monitoring compliance during property tours.
• Supporting Projects and Policies Related to Guest Experience and Safety
• Supports implementation of the customer recognition/service program, communicating and ensuring the process.
• Supports regular inspection tours of the entire facility for appearance, safety, staffing, security, and maintenance.
• Sends copy of MOD report to all departments on a daily basis.
• Ensures compliance with all policies, standards and procedures.
• Understands and can implement all emergency plans including accident, death, elevator, thefts, vicious crimes, bombs, fire, etc.
• Understands and complies with loss prevention policies and procedures.

Ensuring and Providing Exceptional Customer Service

• Provides services that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention.
• Improves service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed.
• Intervenes in any guest/employee situation as needed to insure the integrity of the property is maintained, guest satisfaction is achieved, and employee well being is preserved.
• Serves as a leader in displaying outstanding hospitality skills.
• Sets a positive example for guest relations.
• Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service
• Observes service behaviors of employees and provides feedback to individuals.
• Maintains high visibility in public areas during peak times.
• Provides immediate assistance to guests as requested.
• Interacts with customers on a regular basis throughout the property to obtain feedback on quality of product, service levels and overall! satisfaction.
• Records guest issues in the guest response tracking system.
• Reviews comment cards and guest satisfaction results with employees.
• Emphasizes guest satisfaction during all departmental meetings and focuses on continuous improvement.

Managing and Conducting Human Resource Activities

• Identifies the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
• Provides guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
• Assists as needed in the interviewing and hiring of employee team members with the appropriate skills.
• Additional Responsibilities
• Provides information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
• Analyzes information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Informs and/or updating the executives, the peers and the subordinates on relevant information in a timely manner.
• Maintains a strong working relationship with all departments to support property operations and goals and to expedite the resolution of any problems that may arise through the general operation of the property.
• Communicates any variations to the established norms to the appropriate department in a timely manner.
• Participates as needed in the investigation of employee and guest accidents.
• Performs Front Desk duties in high demand times.

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POSITION SUMMARY

• Oversee accuracy of room blocks, reservations, and group market codes. Communicate company values and/or culture to new employees. Review and implement new Reservations procedures. Process all reservation requests, changes, and cancellations received by phone, fax, or mail. Identify guest reservation needs and determine appropriate room type. Verify availability of room type and rate. Explain guarantee, special rate, and cancellation policies to callers. Accommodate and document special requests. Answer questions about property facilities/services and room accommodations. Follow sales techniques to maximize revenue. Input and access data in reservation system. Respond to any challenges found for accommodating rooming requests. Set-up proper billing accounts according to Accounting policies. Troubleshoot, resolve, and document guest issues and concerns or escalate/refer to appropriate individual.
• Assist management in training, scheduling, counseling, and motivating and coaching employees; serve as a role model and first point of contact of the Guarantee of Fair Treatment/Open Door Policy process. Follow all company policies and procedures; ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets. Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards; anticipate and address guests’ service needs; thank guests with genuine appreciation. Speak with others using clear and professional language; prepare and review written documents accurately and completely; answer telephones using appropriate etiquette. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others. Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards. Read and visually verify information in a variety of formats. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

Policies and Procedures

• Protect the privacy and security of guests and coworkers.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary materials and information.
• Follow company and department policies and procedures.
• Ensure uniform, nametags, and personal appearance are clean, hygienic, professional and in compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Protect company tools, equipment, machines, or other assets in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

Guest Relations

• Address guests' service needs in a professional, positive, and timely manner.
• Actively listen and respond positively to guest questions, concerns, and requests using brand or property specific process (e.g., LEARN, PLEASED, Guest Response, LEAP) to resolve issues, delight, and build trust.
• Anticipate guests' service needs, including asking questions of guests to better understand their needs and watching/listening to guest preferences and acting on them whenever possible.
• Assist other employees to ensure proper coverage and prompt guest service.
• Thank guests with genuine appreciation and provide a fond farewell.
• Engage guests in conversation regarding their stay, property services, and area attractions/offerings.

Communication

• Answer telephones using appropriate etiquette including answering the phone within 3 rings, answering with a smile in one's voice, using the callers' name, transferring calls to appropriate person/department, requesting permission before placing the caller on hold, taking and relaying messages, and allowing the caller to end the call.
• Speak to guests and co-workers using clear, appropriate and professional language.
• Talk with and listen to other employees to effectively exchange information.
• Provide assistance to coworkers, ensuring they understand their tasks.
• Exchange information with other employees using electronic devices (e.g., pagers and two-way radios, email).
• Prepare and review written documents (e.g., daily logs, business letters, memoranda, reports), including proofreading and editing written information to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Discuss work topics, activities, or problems with coworkers, supervisors, or managers discreetly and quietly, avoiding public areas of the property.

Assists Management

• Coordinate tasks and work with other departments to ensure that the department runs efficiently.
• Serve as a departmental role model or mentor by working alongside employees to perform technical or functional job duties.
• Assign and ensure work tasks are completed on time and that they meet appropriate quality standards.
• Encourage and motivate employees to perform their best, take responsibility for tasks and assignments, make decisions and provide input on possible improvements.
• Ensure that hourly employees are trained on company core values, job roles, responsibilities, and technical and service aspects of the job.

Working with Others

• Support all co-workers and treat them with dignity and respect.
• Handle sensitive issues with employees and/or guests with tact, respect, diplomacy, and confidentiality.
• Develop and maintain positive and productive working relationships with other employees and departments.
• Partner with and assist others to promote an environment of teamwork and achieve common goals.
• Actively listen to and consider the concerns of other employees, responding appropriately and effectively.

Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement

• Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards.

Physical Tasks

• Enter and locate work-related information using computers and/or point of sale systems.
• Read and visually verify information in a variety of formats (e.g., small print).
• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance.

Reservation Services

• Verify all reservation information with callers to ensure accuracy.
• Accommodate and document special requests in an accurate and efficient manner.
• Assign confirmation/cancellation numbers and clearly relay this information to callers, giving them the option of emailing and/or faxing these numbers.
• Determine the most appropriate room type to meet guest requirements and maximize room rate.
• Explain guarantee and cancellation policies to callers.
• Use sales techniques when assisting guests in making reservations, including personalizing calls, obtaining complete guest needs, suggesting alternate dates or directing guests to sister properties on sold out days.
• Answer guest questions about property facilities/services (e.g., hours of operation, room availability, restricted dates, rates and room types, packages, promotions, entertainment, restaurants, special events).
• Describe room accommodations and benefit feature sale amenities to guests.
• Communicate information regarding designated VIP reservations, including VIP name, company, and title to upper level management.
• Identify guest reservation needs by asking open-ended questions to obtain all necessary information, including enrollment in Marriott Rewards program.
• Identify repeat guests using appropriate codes.
• Follow “up selling” techniques and sales strategies in order to maximize property revenue.

Reservation Processing

• Input and access data in reservation system by entering correct information into proper fields, including Marriott Rewards number, and asking for travel agency IATA and FIT numbers (i.e., flags, comments, guest messages).
• Process all reservation requests, changes, and cancellations received by phone, fax, or mail.
• Verify availability of room type, rate, and occupancy before confirming any reservations.
• Inform guests of rules and regulations regarding qualifying rates (e.g., government and special corporate rates and discounts).
• Indicate special room reservation types (e.g., complimentary rooms, employee discounts, travel agent inspection rates, and wholesale reservations) by inputting the correct code and rate into the reservation system.
• Document information for manual reservations on designated forms and enter information into the reservation system.

Inventory/Rooms Control

• Respond to any challenges found for accommodating rooming requests by communicating with guest or group contact, Sales Department, or Front Desk.
• Oversee accuracy of room blocks and reservations.
• Remove group room blocks from general inventory by entering information into reservation system (MARSHA, Fidelio, OPERA).
• Communicate with Sales Coordinators and property staff to resolve errors related to group market codes not matching in the PMS and MARSHA systems.

Reservation Billing

• Set-up proper billing accounts (i.e., share-with, room/tax/incidentals, tax exempt, direct/special billing, group bookings) according to Accounting policies.

Reservation Training

• Communicate and instill company values and/or culture to new employees.
• Review and implement new Reservations procedures.

Guest Relations

• Troubleshoot and resolve guest issues and concerns or refer to appropriate contacts, based on the type of issue.
• Follow proper escalation procedures when addressing guest concerns.

Education

• High school diploma/G.E.D. equivalent

Related Work Experience

• At least 1 years of related work experience

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POSITION SUMMARY

• Process all reservation requests, changes, and cancellations received by phone, fax, or mail. Identify guest reservation needs, determine appropriate room type, and verify availability of room type and rate.
• Explain guarantee, special rate, and cancellation policies to callers.
• Accommodate and document special requests.
• Answer questions about property facilities/services and room accommodations.
• Follow sales techniques to maximize revenue.
• Communicate information regarding designated VIP reservations. Input and access data in reservation system.
• Respond to any challenges found for accommodating rooming requests by communicating with appropriate individual or department.
• Oversee accuracy of room blocks and reservations. Input group rooming lists using reservation systems, revise room blocks to maintain the required number of available rooms and keep organized files of all groups. Set-up proper billing accounts according to Accounting policies.
• Follow all company policies and procedures; ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets.
• Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards; anticipate and address guests’ service needs; assist individuals with disabilities; thank guests with genuine appreciation. Speak with others using clear and professional language; prepare and review written documents accurately and completely; answer telephones using appropriate etiquette.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support team to reach common goals; listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees.
• Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards.
• Read and visually verify information in a variety of formats. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.        

CRITICAL TASKS

Policies and Procedures

• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary materials and information.
• Protect the privacy and security of guests and coworkers.
• Follow company and department policies and procedures.
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

Guest Relations

• Address guests' service needs in a professional, positive, and timely manner.
• Actively listen and respond positively to guest questions, concerns, and requests using brand or property specific process (e.g., LEARN, PLEASED, Guest Response, LEAP) to resolve issues, delight, and build trust.
• Anticipate guests' service needs, including asking questions of guests to better understand their needs and watching/listening to guest preferences and acting on them whenever possible.
• Welcome and acknowledge each and every guest with a smile, eye contact, and a friendly verbal greeting, using the guest's name when possible.
• Engage guests in conversation regarding their stay, property services, and area attractions/offerings.
• Assist other employees to ensure proper coverage and prompt guest service.
• Thank guests with genuine appreciation and provide a fond farewell.

Communication

• Answer telephones using appropriate etiquette including answering the phone within 3 rings, answering with a smile in one's voice, using the callers' name, transferring calls to appropriate person/department, requesting permission before placing the caller on hold, taking and relaying messages, and allowing the caller to end the call.
• Speak to guests and co-workers using clear, appropriate and professional language.
• Prepare and review written documents (e.g., daily logs, business letters, memoranda, reports), including proofreading and editing written information to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Talk with and listen to other employees to effectively exchange information.

Working with Others

• Support all co-workers and treat them with dignity and respect.
• Develop and maintain positive and productive working relationships with other employees and departments.
• Partner with and assist others to promote an environment of teamwork and achieve common goals.
• Handle sensitive issues with employees and/or guests with tact, respect, diplomacy, and confidentiality.

Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement

• Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards.

Physical Tasks

• Enter and locate work-related information using computers and/or point of sale systems.
• Read and visually verify information in a variety of formats (e.g., small print).
• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance.

Reservation Services

• Accommodate and document special requests in an accurate and efficient manner.
• Verify all reservation information with callers to ensure accuracy.
• Assign confirmation/cancellation numbers and clearly relay this information to callers, giving them the option of emailing and/or faxing these numbers.
• Explain guarantee and cancellation policies to callers.
• Answer guest questions about property facilities/services (e.g., hours of operation, room availability, restricted dates, rates and room types, packages, promotions, entertainment, restaurants, special events).
• Describe room accommodations and benefit feature sale amenities to guests.
• Communicate information regarding designated VIP reservations, including VIP name, company, and title to upper level management.
• Determine the most appropriate room type to meet guest requirements and maximize room rate.
• Identify repeat guests using appropriate codes.
• Use sales techniques when assisting guests in making reservations, including personalizing calls, obtaining complete guest needs, suggesting alternate dates or directing guests to sister properties on sold out days.
• Identify guest reservation needs by asking open-ended questions to obtain all necessary information, including enrollment in Marriott Rewards program.

Reservation Processing

• Process all reservation requests, changes, and cancellations received by phone, fax, or mail.
• Verify availability of room type, rate, and occupancy before confirming any reservations.
• Input and access data in reservation system by entering correct information into proper fields, including Marriott Rewards number, and asking for travel agency IATA and FIT numbers (i.e., flags, comments, guest messages).
• Inform guests of rules and regulations regarding qualifying rates (e.g., government and special corporate rates and discounts).
• Indicate special room reservation types (e.g., complimentary rooms, employee discounts, travel agent inspection rates, and wholesale reservations) by inputting the correct code and rate into the reservation system.

Inventory/Rooms Control

• Oversee accuracy of room blocks and reservations.
• Respond to any challenges found for accommodating rooming requests by communicating with guest or group contact, Sales Department, or Front Desk.

Group Reservations

• Input group rooming lists using reservation systems (e.g., MARSHA, Fidelio, OPERA).
• Keep organized files of all groups for easy and accurate reference for an event.
• Revise room blocks in the reservation system (e.g., MARSHA, Fidelio, OPERA) to maintain the required number of available rooms after rooming lists are entered.

Reservation Billing

• Set-up proper billing accounts (i.e., share-with, room/tax/incidentals, tax exempt, direct/special billing, group bookings) according to Accounting policies.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Grade 12 or equivalent

Related Work Experience

• At least 1 year of related work experience

Supervisory Experience

• No supervisory experience is required