Overview
Reservations Agent Jobs in Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland at InterContinental Dublin
Title: Reservations Agent
Company: InterContinental Dublin
Location: Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
InterContinental Dublin are currently recruiting for a Reservations Agent to join our team.
The InterContinental Dublin is located in the leafy suburbs of Ballsbridge, within close proximity to the RDS, Aviva Stadium and is on a frequently serviced bus & DART line. At InterContinental, we place a great deal of importance on assembling the best team possible. We hire motivated people, train them to perform their jobs superbly and create a working environment where they can flourish guided by passionately held goals, beliefs and principles. InterContinental can offer what many hospitality professionals dream of an opportunity to build a lifelong career that has both global potential and a real sense of pride in work well done.
InterContinental employees make the difference for our guests by creatively demonstrating our culture of service excellence. It is this culture that sets us apart from our competitors; an intangible quality that keeps our valued guests returning again and again and drives us to deliver the best service in the industry.
The Reservations Agent is responsible for handling & processing all aspects of individual and group room reservations.
They make reservations, process payments and confirm arrangements. Agents need to have a pleasant phone voice and a professional but friendly attitude.
Main Duties & Responsibilities Include
Answer incoming calls and assist with reservations, confirmations, room need requests, and questions.
Ensure the reservations being entered into the PMS system are in the correct format
Communicate information to other departments with information that pertains to them
Check arrival lists and double check that all special requests are followed up correctly
Print reports and check details for reservations made
Follow up on reservation traces
Ensure blocks, party name lists and arrangements are updated correctly following up with sales where required.
Entering group rooming lists
The Ideal Candidate
Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
Exceptional attention to detail and a strong administrative background
Team player.
Accuracy and strong attention to detail.
Flexibility in day to day job demands, remain focused when priorities and practices change.
Be clear, concise and professional in all communications both written and verbal.
Work closely with other departments to achieve desired end result.
Be resourceful and creative when faced with obstacles.
Ability to follow up and see project through to completion.
Adhere to deadlines.
Take ownership for assigned responsibilities.
Genuine, approachable and enthusiastic.
Ability to take full ownership for specific market segment.
Polished and professional demeanor when client facing.
Opera PMS System Experience Is Essential.
This role includes working Saturdays.
The Benefits Package Offered At InterContinental Include
Excellent learning, development and career opportunities within our group
Uniform provided & dry cleaned
Complimentary staff meals while on duty
Employee Discounted Rates for IHG and MHL groups hotels.
Bike To Work & Tax Saver Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Recognition Awards
Recommend a friend recruitment bonus
Sports & Social Events throughout the year
Staff Gym
If you want to be part of something special come join our team at Intercontinental.
Skills
Reservations Agent bookings Telephone Skills
Benefits
Gym Meal Allowance / Canteen Discounted Room and F&B Rates