Guest Relations Agent, The Savoy Hotel

Accor Hotels; London; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Ein etabliertes Unternehmen im Gastgewerbe sucht einen leidenschaftlichen Guest Relations Agent, um ein außergewöhnliches Gästeerlebnis zu schaffen. In dieser Rolle sind Sie verantwortlich für die Begrüßung und Unterstützung der Gäste, um sicherzustellen, dass ihre Bedürfnisse während ihres Aufenthalts erfüllt werden. Sie werden Teil eines innovativen Teams, das sich der Bereitstellung von 5-Sterne-Service verpflichtet hat. Mit einem Fokus auf Beziehungspflege und einem Auge für Details, haben Sie die Möglichkeit, einen echten Unterschied im Erlebnis unserer Gäste zu machen. Genießen Sie ein wettbewerbsfähiges Gehalt und zahlreiche Vorteile in einem der ikonischsten Hotels der Welt.

Benefits

31–33 Tage Urlaub

Wettbewerbsfähiges Gehalt

Cashback für Gesundheitsausgaben

Exklusive Rabatte

Kostenloser Aufenthalt nach der Probezeit

Zugang zum Fitnessstudio

Fahrrad-Leasing-Programm

Mitarbeiterunterstützungsprogramm

Qualifications

• 1 – 3 Jahre Erfahrung in der Luxus-Hotellerie.
• Ausgezeichnete Kommunikationsfähigkeiten, sowohl verbal als auch schriftlich.

Responsibilities

• Erstellung eines 5-Sterne-Gast-Erlebnisses.
• Begrüßung und Unterstützung der Gäste bei allen Anfragen.

Skills

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Beziehungsaufbau

Multitasking

Detailgenauigkeit

Problemlösungsfähigkeiten

Flexibilität

Education

Erfahrung in der Luxus-Hotellerie

Tools

OPERA PMS

Opentable

Silverware

Job description

Company Description

The Savoy, a Fairmont Managed Hotel, is one of the world's most iconic hotels. A renowned leaders in the hospitality industry, The Savoy has a reputation for outstanding service and excellence. Originally built in 1889, the hotel has a rich history and has played host to royalty, world leaders and legends of the stage and screen. Today, colleagues pride themselves on being innovative and inspirational, delivering the very best in five star luxury. Passionate about developing and promoting talent, The Savoy offers unwavering support and recognition to colleagues, as well as having a very competitive benefits plan.

Job Description

Job Title: Guest Relations Agent

Department: Guest Relations

Inspired and Supported by: Guest Relations Manager

Salary:£30,753 (including service charge)

Your purpose will be: To deliver an exceptional, seamless guest service experience where process becomes an illusion and personalisation is perfected. Building meaningful relationships with our guests throughout their stay ensuring future loyal guests.

You will be accountable for:

• Passionately and expertly creating a 5 star luxury guest experience, characterised by flawless efficiency and authentic emotional connection

• Taking ownership of any guest request which comes your way seeing it through until completion

• Maximising internal communication networks, adapting to new working methods and supporting all key players to ensure a smooth guest journey

Your key responsibilities & contribution will be:

• Ensuring the Front Hall is covered at all times and providing a warm welcome for all guests.

• Greeting valued guests and assisting them with any requests, ranging from arrival to departure needs.

• Reviewing all arrival reports and ensuring that VIP information is shared with the FOH teams.

• To confidently assist the Guest Executives in all elements of the front desk operation including arrivals, check out and billing.

• To drive revenue through upselling and cross selling.

• Communicating clearly with other teams and through RSM to ensure efficient service for our guests.

• Seeking opportunities to surprise and delight our guests.

• To meet all service standards in every guest interaction.

• Building connections with our guests during their stay when meeting them in the Front Hall.

• To pay keen attention to guest preferences and update profiles accordingly.

Qualifications

What you will need to do in this role?

• 1 – 3 years’ experience in a luxury hospitality environment

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written with the ability to communicate effectively with people of all levels

• Enthusiastic and positive personality with the ability to build trusting relationships

• Ability to multi task and problem solve in a fast paced environment

• Keen eye for detail

• Flexibility to work different shifts

• Knowledge of OPERA PMS

• Previous experience of guest complaint handling and going the extra mile to meet guest needs

• Knowledge of Opentable, Silverware

Please note that we believe in flexibility and multi-skilling, and you may be asked to do different tasks from time to time to enable us to meet the needs of our guests and colleagues.

Additional Information

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary, pension, and life assurance
• 31–33 days of holiday (including public holidays)
• Cashback for wellbeing/healthcare expenses & Perkbox
• Exclusive discounts:
  • Savoy, Fairmont, Raffles, and Accor hotels (friends & family rates included)
  • 50% off at American & Beaufort Bars, Afternoon Tea, spa, florist, and select Gordon Ramsay restaurants
  • 20% off at other Gordon Ramsay restaurants and Restaurant 1890
• Free stay at The Savoy after probation
• Colleague restaurant, interfaith prayer room and wellness room
• Laundry services for all colleagues
• Gym access, cycle-to-work scheme and Virgin Active membership discount
• Season ticket loan for commuting
• Employee assistance program
• English classes, optician reimbursements, and local discounts for F&B and retail