Reservations Specialist EGLS

Edwardian Hotels London; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel collection in Greater London is seeking a Reservations Specialist. This role involves maximizing revenue by effectively selling room reservations and delivering exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate has experience in a 4- or 5-star hotel environment, excellent communication skills, and knowledge of hotel booking systems like Opera. The position offers a competitive salary and a robust benefits package, including annual complimentary night stays and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

28 days Holiday

Complimentary meals

Recommend a Friend Scheme

Annual complimentary night stays

Preferential accommodation rates

Discounts for popular stores

Company pension scheme

Regular social events

Annual recognition events

Wellbeing champions

Access to company doctor

Online learning platform

Training programs for development

Qualifications

• Current reservations experience within a 4- or 5-star hotel environment.
• Ability to effectively listen and position hotels to meet guests needs.
• Technical knowledge of hotel booking systems.

Responsibilities

• Achieve maximum revenue through effective selling of room reservations.
• Identify guest needs to provide excellent service delivery.
• Be the guest advocate ensuring all guests' needs are met.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Tele sales ability

Hotel product knowledge

Listening skills

Revenue generation

Tools

Opera booking system

Job description

Join the UK’s most dynamic collection of hotels and restaurants

At Edwardian Hotels London, it’s the people who create unforgettable memories for our guests. We are always looking for hospitality professionals to join our family and bring new ideas to how we can provide the best possible experience. Professionals who understand and believe in our values : having Integrity, being Ambitious, and always Quality-Driven. Talented individuals who want to work alongside likeminded passionate people in a rewarding, fulfilling, and fun environment. We know that your unique talents and ambitions not only have the ability to exceed our guests’ exacting standards, but also propel your own career potential in a company that recognises and rewards.

We are currently recruiting for a Reservations Specialist to join our Central Reservations Team at Edwardian Hotels London.

Overview

An Amazing opportunity has arisen to join Edwardian Hotels as a Reservations Agent.

As Reservations Agent you will be responsible for achieving maximum revenue through the effective selling of room reservations and other ancillary revenue to customers via the telephone, e-mail or other channels deemed appropriate by the company.

Responsible for utilizing customer service and sales skills to identify guest needs, make accurate reservations which provide the optimal experience for our guests while maximizing revenue potential.

Ensure information is accurately recorded in appropriate systems and customers are provided with excellent service delivery as determined by the company standards.

Be the guest advocate ensuring all guests' needs from the initial booking to follow up.

About You

• Current reservations experience within a 4- or 5-star hotel environment.
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and written.
• Natural tele sales ability including closing skills, tone of voice.
• Ability to effectively listen and position hotels to meet guests needs.
• High level of hotel product and services knowledge.
• Ability to generate revenue by all means available.
• Technical knowledge of hotel booking systems, Including Opera.

Our Benefits Package

• Competitive salary
• 28 days Holiday per annum including Bank Holidays increasing with long service
• Complimentary hot meals, salad bar and unlimited beverages provided daily
• R ecommend a Friend Scheme of up to £500 per friend recommended.
• Annual complimentary night stays within our hotels
• Preferential accommodation rates for all Edwardian Hotels for Hosts, their family and their friends
• Access to a discount platform for all of the most popular stores and outlets
• Auto enrolment into our company pension scheme
• Regular social events across all hotels
• Annual company recognition events held in January each year
• Wellbeing champions across all of our hotels
• Access to our company doctor for medical appointments and occupational health support
• Access for all hosts to our online learning platform Edwardian Academy
• Opportunities for promotion and a wide range of training programs to support your development

Eligibility

In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK . Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.