Telephone Operator - Arabic Speaker Preferred | DoubleTree by Hilton Sharjah

Hilton Worldwide, Inc.; Sharjah; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global hospitality company in Sharjah is looking for a Telephone Operator. The role requires answering calls, directing inquiries, and providing guests with necessary information. Successful candidates will have prior customer service experience and a commitment to high service standards. Proficiency in IT and additional language skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a customer-focused industry.
• Commitment to delivering a high level of customer service.
• Ability to work on your own and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Answer hotel telephone and direct calls to the appropriate extension or room.
• Clearly communicate with guests regarding hotel information and emergencies.
• Demonstrate a high level of customer service at all times.

Skills

Customer service

IT proficiency

Teamwork

Additional language ability

Job description

Overview

Telephone Operator - Arabic Speaker Preferred | DoubleTree by Hilton Sharjah

Job Number: HOT0BZLO

Work Locations

DoubleTree by Hilton Sharjah Waterfront Hotel & Suites Sharjah Al Majaz waterfront Sharjah 500200

What will I be doing?

As a Telephone Operator you are expected to answer hotel telephone and direct calls to the appropriate extension or room. Clearly communicate with guests regarding hotel information and emergencies. Contacts hotel executives and city services in cases of emergency.

• Achieve positive outcomes from Guest queries in a timely and efficient manner
• Demonstrate a high level of customer service at all times
• Attend appropriate training courses, when required.
• Demonstrate a knowledge of hotel room categories, room rates, packages, promotions and other general product knowledge necessary to perform daily duties.
• Follow company brand standards
• Assist other departments, as necessary
• Answer calls originating from external and internal sources.
• Direct caller to appropriate extension or room.
• Assist guests with directions or other required information.
• Communicate to callers in a clear and concise manner.
• Input/writemessages using proper grammar and spelling.
• Verify names and telephone numbers.

In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of the following supportive functions, with the percentage of time performing each function to be solely determined by the supervisor based upon the particular requirements of the company.

• Operate facsimile to send and receive transmissions for guests.
• Notify guests of receipts using computer system.
• Call for repair and technical support of all computers-based PBX equipment.

What are we looking for?

Telephone Operators serving Hilton brands are always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

• Previous experience in a customer-focused industry
• Commitment to delivering a high level of customer service
• Ability to work on your own and as part of a team
• Competent level of IT proficiency
• Additional language ability preferred

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across itsglobal brands. Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

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