Reservation Executive

Accor Hotels; Chapora; On-site; INR 4,50,000 - 6,75,000; Full time

Job summary

A major global hospitality group in Goa, India is seeking a detail-oriented Reservation Executive to manage room reservations and deliver exceptional guest satisfaction. You'll be responsible for coordinating bookings, responding to inquiries, and implementing sales strategies while overseeing reservation associates. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience in hospitality, strong communication skills in English, and proficiency in applicable software. This role offers professional development opportunities and employee benefits.

Benefits

Employee benefit card for discounted rates

Learning programs

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role within the hospitality industry.
• Strong knowledge of reservation systems and hotel management software.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate room reservations to optimize occupancy and revenue.
• Implement effective selling techniques to maximize room sales.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth operations and guest satisfaction.

Skills

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Analytical mindset

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Education

Diploma in Tourism or Hospitality Management

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

PowerPoint

Hotel management software

Job description

Company Description

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Job Description

We are seeking a highly organized and customer-focused Reservation Executive to join our team. As a Reservation Executive, you will play a crucial role in managing room reservations, maximizing revenue, and ensuring exceptional guest satisfaction.

• Plan and coordinate room reservations to optimize occupancy and revenue
• Implement effective selling techniques and strategies to maximize room sales
• Prepare accurate forecasts, reports, and statistics on a timely basis
• Respond promptly to customer inquiries and resolve issues efficiently
• Maintain and update the corporate database with guest information and booking details
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth operations and guest satisfaction
• Train and supervise reservation associates, delegating tasks as needed
• Ensure adherence to company policies regarding discounts and corporate rates
• Monitor and analyze market trends to adjust reservation strategies
• Assist in developing occupancy forecasts for annual budgets
• Handle VIP reservations and special requests with utmost care and attention

Qualifications

• Diploma in Tourism or Hospitality Management
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role within the hospitality industry
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Strong knowledge of reservation systems and hotel management software
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Exceptional customer service skills with a focus on guest satisfaction
• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively
• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of additional languages is a plus

Additional Information

What’s in it for you:

• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide
• Learning programs through our Academies
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.