Reservations Group Coordinator (Full Time)

Accorhotel; Hawaii; On-site; USD 35,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Accorhotel is seeking a Group Rooms Coordinator to manage group room reservations, room blocks, and VIP arrangements within a luxury environment. You will ensure accurate rooming lists, coordinate with Sales and Revenue Management, and maintain master group accounts to maximize occupancy and guest satisfaction.

Ideal candidates will have luxury hospitality experience, excellent organizational skills, and proficiency with Opera and related systems.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Experience in luxury hospitality preferred.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and hotel reservation systems (Opera preferred).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all group room reservations and manage rooming lists.
• Monitor pick-up, cut-off dates, and block utilization.
• Maintain accurate group headers, rate codes, and billing instructions.
• Enter rooming lists and special requests accurately.
• Communicate inventory concerns to Reservations, Revenue Management, Front Office, and Sales.

Skills

Organization

Attention to detail

Communication

Multi-tasking

Microsoft Office

Opera (PMS)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's in Hospitality/Business

Tools

Opera PMS

ALICE

ACDC

Kipsu

Job description

The Group Rooms Coordinator is responsible for coordinating all group room reservations and ensuring seamless communication between Sales, Revenue Management, Front Office, Reservations, and Event teams. This role plays a critical part in delivering exceptional guest experiences by managing rooming lists, group inventory, VIP arrangements, and group-related communications with accuracy and attention to detail.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Group Reservations Management

• Manage and maintain all assigned group and tour room blocks in accordance with contracted agreements, booking recaps, and amendments.
• Monitor pick-up, cut-off dates, attrition, and block utilization to ensure inventory accuracy and optimal revenue performance.
• Coordinate room block adjustments with Sales and Revenue Management based on forecasted demand, contracted commitments, and group requirements.
• Maintain awareness of high-demand periods, sell-out dates, and room category availability.
• Coordinate pre-blocking of specialty accommodations, including suites, connecting rooms, accessible rooms, and VIP accommodations.
• Assist with cut-off date management and release of unused inventory.
• Communicate inventory concerns and group-related issues proactively to Reservations, Revenue Management, Front Office, and Sales teams.

Group Reservations Administration

• Review and interpret group contracts to ensure reservation setup aligns with contractual terms and conditions.
• Establish and maintain accurate group headers, rate codes, package inclusions, billing instructions, and reservation details within the property management system.
• Enter rooming lists accurately and efficiently while ensuring all special requests, room categories, rates, and package components are properly recorded.
• Create and maintain master accounts and group billing arrangements according to contracted requirements.
• Audit group reservations regularly to ensure accuracy and compliance with established procedures.

Client & Internal Communication

• Serve as the primary reservations contact for assigned groups from contract turnover through departure.
• Communicate professionally with meeting planners, travel partners, and group contacts regarding rooming lists, reservation status, room block utilization, and special accommodations.
• Partner closely with Sales Managers to fully understand client expectations and contract obligations.
• Participate in group meetings, forecasting discussions, and operational reviews as required.
• Provide timely responses to inquiries from guests, clients, and internal departments.

Revenue Optimization

• Support revenue management strategies by ensuring group inventory is managed according to established guidelines.
• Identify opportunities to maximize room revenue through inventory management, rate integrity, and upselling when appropriate.
• Monitor reservation trends and provide recommendations regarding block adjustments and availability controls.
• Assist in balancing group commitments with transient demand to optimize occupancy and profitability.

Guest Profile & Loyalty Management

• Maintain accurate guest records within Opera, ALICE, ACDC, Kipsu, and other hotel systems.
• Update guest profiles, preferences, stay history, and special requests.
• Support the Accor Live Limitless (ALL) loyalty program through enrollment, member recognition, profile management, and redemption support.
• Ensure VIPs, ALL members, repeat guests, and special celebrations receive appropriate recognition and amenities.

Service Recovery & Problem Resolution

• Take ownership of guest concerns from initial contact through resolution.
• Handle guest complaints with professionalism, empathy, urgency, and discretion.
• Coordinate recovery efforts and guest satisfaction initiatives.
• Escalate issues to leadership when appropriate.
• Document concerns, actions taken, and outcomes accurately.

Your experience and skills include:

• Previous experience in hotel reservations, front office, sales, or group housing preferred.
• Experience in a luxury hotel or resort environment strongly preferred.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and hotel reservation systems (Opera preferred).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality Management, Business, or related field preferred.
• Minimum one (1) year of luxury hospitality, guest services, concierge, reservations, or customer service experience preferred.
• Previous experience with luxury resorts, or LQA environments preferred.

Hourly Rate: $31.22 USD

Visa Requirements: Must be legally eligible to work in the United States. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining U.S. work authorization.

Your team and working environment: Join a collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional luxury e