F&B Sales Agent

Job Description

An Exhilarating Opportunity

Looking to be a part of an award-winning team that leads at the forefront of
Sales and Marketing innovation? We have the perfect opportunity currently
available and are looking for a dynamic individual, focused on delivering
unique, first-of-its-class experiences to our guests at FIVE Hotels and
Resorts - the dare-to-be-different entertainment experiential luxury
lifestyle destinations that capture the glamour and vibe of Dubai and Zurich.

Dubbed the hottest hotel on Palm Jumeirah, FIVE Palm Jumeirah is set
against a breathtaking backdrop of a 150m private beach and Dubai Marina
skyline. This lifestyle hotel boasts ‎470 luxurious rooms and suites with ocean
on one side and city views on the other.

The resort is a party and culinary hotspot with a range of restaurants, bars,
and a nightclub, inviting a new experience every day. Whether guests are
looking for a gourmet dining experience or want to dance the night away, FIVE
Palm Jumeirah creates laid back or high energy choices from breakfast to the
early hours, inviting guests to design their stay.

Experience a city chic vibe at FIVE Jumeirah Village. Boasting glorious
sunset views, this award-winning, cylindrically structured hotel is an
architectural marvel and captures the pulsating excitement of new Dubai.

Visitors can curate their own high-rise private pool celebrations (the
property boasts of ‎269 plunge pools), sunbathe in style or enjoy a special
dinner overlooking the world-famous sparkling Dubai skyline. Our award-winning
sky villas were designed with more than sleep in mind as FIVE Jumeirah Village
flawlessly combines a myriad of entertainment options, a range of award-
winning F &B venues and first-rate guest services - after all, FIVE knows how
to throw an exceptionally good party!

"This is unashamedly about luxury," - Daily Mail.

Epitomizing Swiss chic blended with Dubai glamour, FIVE Zurich is a luxury
lifestyle hotel and Swiss hotspot that has previously been visited by the
likes of Rihanna, Freddy Mercury, Grace Jones and Muhammad Ali. Overlooking
the city center from Zurich 's stunning Uetliberg plateau, this property is
home to ‎87 suites and rooms as well as ‎7 award-winning and new culinary
concepts centered around FIVE's hallmark musical stylings - including rooftop
lounge, bar and nightclub, The Penthouse, soul food meets street food at Soul
St. Zurich and MSG-free Gourmet Chinese at Maiden Shanghai along with FIVE's
signature wellness retreat, ReFIVE Spa Zurich. FIVE Zurich revives Zurich's
wild side and provides exceptionally indulgent experiences for guests from the
city and international visitors alike.

Watch out for FIVE LUXE, JBR

Proven to be a huge success and growing at an exponential pace, FIVE will be
launching its third property in Dubai, FIVE LUXE, JBR. A prime beach-side
property in the heart of Jumeirah Beach Road with sweeping sunset vistas of
Ain Dubai and Palm Jumeirah, this resort boasts ‎232 hotel rooms and suites,
‎212 lavish serviced residences, multiple culinary and nightlife venues, ReFIVE
Spa, and an iconic social pool - and is slated to open in ‎2023. This
incredible new property will truly imbibe the authentic and unique Vibe at
FIVE for 'FIVERs' that constantly flock to FIVE from around the globe to
enjoy the brand's bespoke entertainment offerings.

So, stay tuned!

The Team

Our Sales and Marketing team is an integral piece of the puzzle. They are
cultured yet trendy hosts with an innate ability to anticipate guests ' needs
by being in the right place at the right time and delivering a hospitality
experience that goes above and beyond - crafting exciting memories for our
guests that last a lifetime.

The Candidate

As Reservations Agent, **** you will join a committed Food and Beverage team,
driven with the intent of delivering 'FIVE-star' experiences to an
international diaspora in the heart of vibrant Dubai and Zurich.

The VIBE at FIVE is all about performing optimally while having the best
professional experience of your life. You will be expected to have a passion
for your role, disrupt norms all whilst having the best time of your life.

As our ideal candidate, you have proven experience in a highly active
environment. Your organizational, communication, and leadership skills are
second to none and you enjoy developing guest solutions that break boundaries.

We are looking for a natural self-starter who demonstrates creative and
critical thinking abilities, can focus on, and execute, tasks with a sharp eye
for detail. An outgoing, people-friendly personality with an ability to think
'on your feet' during changing situations is also essential.

You'll work closely with the management team to develop constantly evolving
service goals.

Key Responsibilities
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Possess full and accurate information about all F &B outlets, promotions and
special events
* Provide customers with any required information related to all F&B outlets, promotions and special events
* Handle all F&B inquiries coming through phone and e-mails
* Handle bookings for all F&B outlets before operational hours
* Handle group inquiries and bookings for F&B outlets, prepare offers and contracts for groups
* Advise and recommend food and beverage choices to customers while making offers
* Handle pre-payment for F&B reservations and special events bookings if needed
* Create reservations in ReserveOut system and clearly indicate all notes and preferences of the customer. Proceed with table allocation if needed
* Confirm and reconfirm bookings for all F&B outlets before outlets are open
* Responsible for control over the number of reservations taken for a day for any outlet
* Announce overbook of any outlet when necessary and stop bookings before the Outlet Manager is on duty
* Handle reservations for special events arranged by the hotel
* Handle ticket sales for special events arranged by the hotel
* Responsible for taking clear and accurate information about every booker and update it correspondingly in database
* Handle database and correct mistakes where applicable. Ensure all information is correct and up to standards
* Actively assist in promoting F&B outlets and special events by providing full and detailed information
* Ensure that all customer inquiries are handled timely, efficiently and with care
* Maintain efficient communication with Outlet Managers, F&B management and other departments in order to facilitate operation
* Maintain appropriate level of confidentiality

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Requirements
What We 're Looking For**
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Computer skills with a strong knowledge of Word, Excel, Power Point and
Outlook
* A meticulous eye for detail
* Excellent communication skills
* Previous experience with reservations
* The ability to work in an environment that demands excellence, time and energy
* A dedication towards improving customer delight, as well as company profitability
* A determination to build positive working relationships with team members to reach common goals
* A trustworthy colleague who can maintain confidentiality of proprietary information and protect company assets
* Fluency in multiple languages is preferred

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Benefits
Rewards At Work! Benefits For Life!**
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Live the exciting FIVE Life
* Attractive incentive opportunities
* Rapid career advancement

Department Name
Sales
Industry
Hospitality
Work Experience
‎1-‎3 years
City
Dubai
State/Province
Dubayy (Dubai)
Country
United Arab Emirates
Zip/Postal Code
‎337-‎1500