Phone Operator

Omni Hotels & Resorts; Bedford (Bedford County); On-site; USD 20,664 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

Omni Bedford Springs Resort & Spa in Bedford, PA, is seeking a friendly front desk/phone operator to greet guests, route calls, and support departments with courtesy.

You'll log requests, assist with wake-up calls, and uphold Moments of Service standards while providing professional service across hotel outlets and amenities.

Qualifications

• Previous customer service experience preferred.
• Ability to clearly and professionally communicate in English.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Proficient with basic computer data entry and guest folio details.
• Ability to log and relay guest requests accurately to appropriate departments.

Responsibilities

• Answer all incoming hotel phone calls using proper protocol and greetings.
• Direct calls to appropriate departments and assist guests as needed.
• Log wake-up calls and ensure timely delivery with correct wording.
• Take guest requests or transfers and follow up on maintenance issues and repairs.
• Log guest requests, service deficiencies, and work orders in Synergy and Opera.
• Assist with billing inquiries and be familiar with guest folios.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Professional/clear communication

Tools

Synergy

Opera

Job description

Omni Bedford Springs Resort & Spa

Join a team where hospitality isn’t just what we do; it’s who we are. At Omni Bedford Springs Resort & Spa, we believe our associates are the heart of our success. Here, you’ll find more than just a job. You’ll discover opportunities to learn, grow, and build a lasting career with a company that values your passion and potential. As part of the Omni family, you'll enjoy comprehensive training, mentorship and pathways for advancement, all within the inspiring setting of our historic, award-winning resort.

Overview

This team member will direct phone calls to appropriate personnel and assist all guests and associates in a courteous and professional manner. We are looking for motivated and energetic individuals who love contributing to a winning team. If you have operator / phone agent experience in a hotel environment and a passion for serving others, we would love to speak with you about this role.

Responsibilities

• Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Omni standards, as required by scheduling which will vary according to the needs of the resort.
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include wearing the proper attire/uniform and name tag when working.
• Answer all incoming phone calls to the resort using the proper protocol, greetings and closings as determined by management.
• Take requests from guests or transfer to the appropriate department and assuring requests for maintenance or repairs are logged and promptly dispatched to the corresponding department including following up with the guest regarding all concerns when applicable.
• Demonstrate current knowledge of all key personnel and departmental functions of the resort.
• Assist guests with telephone dialing instructions, or to dial for them using all types of calls including, room to room, local, long distance and/or international dialing using correct protocol.
• Correctly and accurately log all wake-up calls. Perform wake-up calls promptly and on time using appropriate greeting as determined by management.
• To be thoroughly acquainted with the AM and PM checklist.
• Process guest check-outs according to Omni’s Moments of Service and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Be familiar with all systems and equipment as related to the Front Desk
• Accommodate room changes expediently.
• Assist with billing inquiries and be knowledgeable of all details included within guest folios
• Log all guest requests, service deficiencies, and work orders in Synergy and Opera.
• Be thoroughly knowledgeable of all Front Office and PBX Moments of Service scenarios, emergency procedures and execute to standard.
• Be familiar with all hotel amenities (Wireless Internet, Select Guest Program, GHA Discovery Program, Laundry Services, and Omni Kids Program).
• Be familiar with all hotel facilities (F&B Outlets, Membership, Business Center, Gift Shops, Coffee Market, Fitness Center, Spa, and Golf Pro Shops).
• Understand the importance of our Medallia scores.
• Assist management with miscellaneous front office tasks including but not limited to, organizing, filing, and delivering requested items to guests.

Qualifications

• Ability to clearly and professionally communicate both verbally and in writing in English with guests, management and co-workers, both in person and by telephone.
• Ability to accurately and efficiently input information into computer systems.
• Ability to work cohesively with co-workers both within and outside of your department.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, organize and follow up.
• Previous customer service experience and cashiering is preferred.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule and willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Omni Hotels & Resorts Is An Equal Opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran Employer. The EEO Is The Law Poster Is Available Using The Following Link.

EEOC is the Law Poster. Omni Hotels & Resorts does not discriminate on the basis of any protected category with respect to the payment of wages.