Hotel Telephone Operator (Work from Home)

PARKROYAL PICKERING HOTEL PTE. LTD.; Singapore; Remote; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel in Singapore is seeking a Reservations Agent to manage all reservation and guest communication tasks. The ideal candidate will have experience as a telephone operator and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include coordinating with departments and assisting guests with inquiries. This role requires flexibility for rotating shifts and a commitment to client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Relevant work experience as a telephone operator or call centre agent preferred.
• Able to perform 12-hour rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and public holidays.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office required.

Responsibilities

• Handle reservation-related matters and bookings.
• Serve as contact for guests via calls, emails, and messages.
• Liaise with various hotel departments for coordination.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Reservation management

Tools

Opera Cloud

StayPlease

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Handle all reservation-related matters, including individual and group bookings, ensuring accurate input of details such as rate codes, room types, guest details, flight information, mode of guarantee, and cancellation policies.
• Serve as the central point of contact for guests, responding professionally to all incoming and outgoing calls, emails, and messages, and transferring them accurately to the relevant departments.
• Liaise with the Central Reservations, Sales, Revenue, and Front Office teams to ensure seamless coordination of room blocks, rate loading, guest requests, and billing instructions.
• Provide prompt and courteous assistance to guest inquiries, including hotel services, room availability, local attractions, transportation, restaurants, and any special requests.
• Manage rooming lists and pre-arrival arrangements efficiently; ensure timely communication of updates to all relevant departments.
• Monitor and follow up on group reservations, highlighting pending rooming lists, cut-off dates, and any changes or cancellations that may affect room inventory or contracted room nights.
• Track and support amendments to reservations such as extensions, early departures, or date changes.
• Ensure clear and effective communication of hotel promotions, packages, and updates across departments to maintain consistency in guest experience.
• Support the hotel’s administrative and operational functions by handling basic tasks such as invoice inquiries, lost and found coordination, and guest follow-ups.
• Maintain strong system proficiency in Opera Cloud, StayPlease, and the hotel’s telephony systems to manage daily operations and guest requests accurately.
• Participate in training and onboarding of new hires, using a buddy system to maintain high service standards and consistency in processes.
• Uphold guest privacy and safety, and follow all hotel emergency procedures and workplace safety protocols.
• Maintain excellent grooming standards and represent the hotel professionally at all times.
• Support additional tasks or assignments as directed by management, in line with operational needs.

Requirements:

• Relevant work experience as a telephone operator/call centre agent will be preferred.
• Able to perform 2 rotating duties 12-hours shift on 4 4-day work week) With the option to work from home, including overnight shifts, weekends and public holidays
• Good communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Basic computer skills, with basic Microsoft Office knowledge

PARKROYAL COLLECTION Pickering, Singapore is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities, including individuals with disabilities.

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