Reservations Agent (Groups) - Egyptians Only

Kempinski Hotels | القاهرة

Description : Reservations Agent (Groups) - Egyptians Only. Company : Kempinski Hotels. Location : القاهرة

Application Deadline: 18 March 2024

Department: Revenue & Reservations

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Egypt - Cairo

Reporting To: Reservations Supervisor

Compensation: ج.م0 / month

Description

SCOPE

The incumbent of this position is responsible to materialize the maximum number of requests and reservations.

OVERALL OBJECTIVES

The job of Reservations Agent is executed satisfactorily when:

  • Kempinski Reservation standards are implemented and complied to.
    • All relevant data is entered and maintained in the systems in a timely and accurate manner.
    • Data is reviewed on an ongoing basis.
Key Responsibilities

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Review daily reservation accuracy, rate compliance from segment and source, system close-out when necessary and rate availability.
  • Ensure clients' satisfaction and adherence to Kempinski service standards.
  • Follow internal credit policy.
  • Follow up on lost business and bring information about them to the knowledge of the department superiors.
  • Spot-check reservations made the previous day and check all VIP arrivals.
  • Test calls LQA / IFH results > 85%.
  • Follow the internal up-sell programme for Reservations department.
  • Perform any other duties as assigned to them by management.

Skills, Knowledge And Expertise

NATIONALITY: Eligible for a working permit in country of hire

EDUCATION:

  • Equivalent of high school diploma
  • Professional Certification (Bachelor, University Degree, Hotel School Diploma)

EXPERIENCE: To fill the position, the following is required:

  • Opera central systems knowledge
  • Knowledge of either Fidelio V6 or Opera PMS is imperative

LANGUAGE: Ability to work and communicate in a multinational environment:

  • English – excellent oral and written skills
  • Additional language - beneficial

COMPETENCIES: Competencies needed to fill the position:

  • Detail orientated
  • Good communicator
  • Good listening skills
  • Demonstrate energy and enthusiasm
  • Ability to investigate systems malfunctions or user-input errors
  • Ability to work under pressure

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES: Computer literacy adapted to the field of training:

  • Good Keyboard skills and proven working knowledge of Microsoft Office to include MSWord, MS Excel and PMS, Opera

INDIVIDUAL CHARACTERISTICS: To fill this position the candidate must identify with the Kempinski core values, in addition they should be especially:

  • People Oriented
  • Passionate for European luxury
  • Entrepreneurial
  • Straightforward
  • Results Driven
  • Proactive
  • Competitive

OTHER SKILLS: Depending on region and property.

Benefits

About KempinskiFounded in Germany in 1897, Kempinski Hotels has long reflected the finest traditions of European hospitality. Today, as ever, Kempinski is synonymous with distinctive luxury.

Located in many of the world's most well-known cities and resorts, the Kempinski collection includes hotels in a grand manner, pace-setting modern establishments and older hotels of individual charm. All blend gracefully into their surroundings and offer luxurious accommodation, superb cuisine and unrivalled facilities - complemented by impeccable service.

For leisure and business guests alike, the name Kempinski has long been synonymous with style, mobility and efficiency. Put simply, they are the first choice for the discerning individual.

In addition to operating many of the finest city hotels in the world, Kempinski is a name that can now be found in many exciting resort locations, each combining local flair and ambience with the international standards of service and luxury that Kempinski guests have come to expect.


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