Job Description - Cluster Reservations Agent (HOT0BLBO)
Job Number: HOT0BLBO
Work Location: Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus, Cumhuriyet Caddesi Harbiye, Harbiye-Istanbul 34367
Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus - Making Hotel History in Istanbul Since 1955
Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus holds a special place in history as the first Hilton hotel built outside the Americas. Since 1955, we’ve set the scene for some of the grandest moments, most exciting events, and biggest stars in modern Turkey. Learn how it all began before you make your own memories at Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus.
Historic Moments at Hilton Istanbul
- Hilton Istanbul was the first modern hotel built in Europe after World War II.
- It appears in the opening scene of 1963’s From Russia with Love, starring Sean Connery as James Bond.
- İstanbul’s first discotheque, Cloud 9, opened at Hilton Istanbul in 1972.
- Pilsen Pub, built in Hilton Istanbul in 1972, was the home of Istanbul’s first happy hour.
- Muhammad Ali was staying at Hilton Istanbul when he announced his retirement from boxing in 1976.
- Hilton Istanbul has hosted royalty, politicians, and famous figures including Grace Kelly, Sophia Loren, and Louis Armstrong.
Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus has been described as the university of tourism and filling the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality since 1955.
As Hilton Türkiye, we have been awarded the Great Place to Work Academy – Best Place to Work award multiple times.
THE ROLE:
A Cluster Reservations Agent will serve as the main contact for room reservations at the hotel, offering excellent service and influencing guest decisions to stay at the property.
BENEFITS :
- Health Insurance or Private Pension after 6 months of service
- Carpark subscription at team member rate
- Free laundry and dry cleaning for business attire
- Go Hilton: Team member rate while staying in Hilton Hotels both in & out of Turkey
- 50% discount on personal food & beverage consumption in the hotels
- Social aid package
- Extended nursing hours of 1.5 hours until the baby reaches 18 months (for new mother team members)
- 1 day paid leave on the first school day of children (only the first day of first class) for female team members
- Unlimited training and development opportunities, including Hilton University online courses
What will I be doing?
- Accepting and entering reservations via telephone and email
- Converting inquiries into contracted business quickly
- Responding positively to sales inquiries to develop future sales leads
- Identifying sales leads as appropriate
- Responding to all customers professionally, ensuring reservations are accurate and meet guest expectations
- Providing prompt, efficient service while maintaining hotel brand standards
- Being aware of occupancy, revenue forecasts, and planned figures to meet targets
- Preparing and circulating weekly reports on summary, group inquiries, cancellations, and tour series forecasts to senior management
What are we looking for?
Since 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry, known for innovation, quality, and success. We look for candidates who demonstrate our core values:
- Hospitality - Passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences
- Integrity - Doing the right thing always
- Leadership - Leading in industry and community
- Teamwork - Being a team player
- Ownership - Taking responsibility for actions and decisions
- Now - Operating with urgency and discipline