Reservations Clerk

Organization Description

The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts with over 120 properties in more than 35 countries offers the promise of authentic experiences that evoke lasting treasured memories. Our more than 100 years of experience beginning in 1906 under the Italian CIGA brand a collection of Europes most celebrated and iconic properties serves as a solid foundation as we continuously evolve to exceed the desires of the luxury traveler.

From legendary palaces and remote retreats to timeless modern classics each luxury hotel and resort is a unique and cherished expression of its locale a portal to the destinations cultural charms and treasures. If you are someone with an appreciation for evocative storytelling a keen interest and passion for this destinations heritage and a desire to deliver genuine personalized and anticipatory hospitality then we invite you on our joining The Luxury Collection you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International.Bewhere you can do your best workbeginyour purposebelongto an amazing globalteam andbecomethe best version of you.

Job Description

The Gritti Palace a Luxury Collection Hotel belonging to Marriott International is currently recruiting for a Reservations Clerk.

The Reservations Clerk will report to the Reservations Manager and she/he will be part of a Reservations Department Family Function: Sales.

This is a great opportunity to work in a place of exceptional art and elegance where history and culture are met with renewed Venetian style. The Gritti is known for impassioned service a delectable culinary experience and an intimate wellness haven. The reference point for the worlds elite at international city events such as the Biennale Carnival and the Venice Film Festival.

What we offer

• Professional career progression at international level in more than 10.000 Marriott hotels
• Learning and development opportunities online on the job and in class
• Discounts on hotel rooms gift shop items food and beverage
• Experienced management & motivated and engaging colleagues
• Charity events Wellbeing activities and voluntary work in the community of Venice through the TakeCare program

• Canteen service and uniform

The impact youll make

First impressions are everything. And youll set the tone for every guests stay. With a genuinely warm welcome youll be ready with answers to any questions and happy to offer information about hotel services facilities and the local area. Anything to help make their visit that bit more special. And creating the smoothest check-out experience youll make sure they leave us happy too.

What youll do

Process all reservation requests changes and cancellations received by phone or mail. Identify guest reservation needs and determine appropriate room type. Verify availability of room type and rate. Explain guarantee special rate and cancellation policies to callers. Accommodate and document special requests. Answer questions about property facilities/services and room accommodations. Follow sales techniques to maximize revenue. Input and access data in reservation system. Indicate special room reservation types (e.g. complimentary rooms employee discounts travel agent inspection rates and wholesale reservations) by inputting the correct code and rate into the reservation system. Follow proper escalation procedures when addressing guest concerns.

Follow all company policies and procedures; ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets; protect the privacy and security of guests and coworkers. Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards; anticipate and address guests service needs; assist individuals with disabilities; thank guests with genuine appreciation. Speak with others using clear and professional language; answer telephones using appropriate etiquette. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support team to reach common goals; listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees. Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards. Move lift carry push pull and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

What were looking for

• Excellent communication skills in Englishand Italian (both writing and speaking)
• Previous Reservations/Front Office experience is a big plus
• Understanding of rooms operations and luxury hospitality
• Ideally technical knowledge of Micros and Opera
• A warm people-oriented demeanor and a team-first attitude
• Positive outlook and outgoing personality
• Flexibility problem-solving skills and multi-tasking ability
• The ability to stand sit or walk for extended periods of time across a work shift

Explore our very big world

As a world-class leader in the travel industry theres no better place than Marriott International to make your mark. Joining us youll get to entertain and meet people from all over the world as you build your experience. Youll find a place where your personality and ideas are appreciated just as much as the work you do. And youll grow through opportunities to explore the business opening yourself to various career options. If you have the natural ability to communicate and enjoy working with others we welcome you to join our global family.

Youre welcomed here

Our highest priority is making you feel as welcome as our guests. We want you to know youre important to us and that youll make an impact in your role and for that youll be appreciated and valued.