Reservations Manager (local only) at Voco Makkah

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RESERVATION S MANAGER
DEPARTMENT - Sales & Marketing
REPORTS TO - Director of Sales & Marketing
If there's one thing we know, it's that a great host is at the heart of every
great stay. And it might be stating the obvious, but at home or in a hotel, we
think the trick to being a great host is understanding what your guests want
and when they want it. Knowing when to add those little touches and small
thoughtful gestures that make every stay special and when to take a step back.
Our guests are by and large pretty unstuffy and laid-back. And while they may
not be looking for us to hang onto their every word, they do want us to be
there when they need us to be. So at voco™, we find the right balance. The
perfect mix of thoughtful, easy-going but attentive service, that allows our
guests to get on with relaxing.
At voco™, everyone's a host
WHAT'S THE JOB? Ensures the smooth and efficient operations in the department
through prompt, effective and proper reservations service to achieve maximum
room revenue in order to meet or exceed the revenue target. Supervising
General Job Performance of reservation staff implementing of policies and
procedures under guidance of Front Office Manager, training, responsible and
perform any other duties might requested by Front Office Manager or Room
Division Manager.
YOUR DAY-TO-DAY
* Having knowledge of entire Reservation Procedure according to International Hotel manual system.
* Responsible for Hotel and Local Reservations and Reservation - Links to Best Western Worldwide.
* Handling of correspondences, sorted - out letters, telexes, fax, cables which are checked already by Director of Sales & Marketing.
* Allocate daily tasks to Reservations staff .
* Review reservation booked daily.
* Review arrival report daily.
* Responsible for preparation of occupancy forecast.
* Responsible for training staff.
* Responsible for implementation of policies and procedures.
* Responsible for recording Company/Travel Agent Rates both in system and correspondence file.
* Liaise with Sales Department in regards to occupancy, Rates Reservation's Analysis.
* Identify Top Producing Accounts ensure proper recognition by Reservation staff.
* Knowledgeable in hotel and guest room facilities/services and ensures reservations agents are equally knowledgeable.
* Responsible for various Production reports and supply to each department concerned.
* Monitoring Telephone Manner and general performance of reservations staff daily.
* Ensure special handling of repeats guest and very VIP guest.
* Observes and ensures that proper telephone manners are maintained at all times.
* Monitors and coordinates group reservations activity with the Sales Department and Revenue Manager.
* Follows up tentative bookings and update reservation status.
* Reviews no-show and cancelled reservations and processes charges according to hotel's policy.
* Review room blocking for Long Stay. Suites and special group request.
* Supervising of Group Reservations.
* Maintain cordial relations with commercial clients.
* Bring to the attention Front Office Manager when the hotel availability status be changed and prepare for necessary action.
* Responsible for work schedule
* Responsible for maintaining a Neat and Orderly position at all times.
* In general, perform any other duties might requested by Director of Sales & Marketing.
WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU
* Minimum ‎3 years experience as Reservation supervisor or Asst.
* English essential (Read, Write & Speak)
* Graduation from an accredited college or university.
HOW DO I DELIVER THIS?
We genuinely care about people and we show this through living out our promise
of True Hospitality each and every day. It's what connects every colleague in
all IHG® hotels.
Each IHG® hotel brand delivers True Hospitality in their own way, and at the
heart of it all are specific, core service skills.
* True Attitude: being caring, wanting to make a positive difference, and building genuine connections with guests
* True Confidence: having the knowledge and skills to perform your role, and giving guests the confidence that they can trust you to help and support them during their stay
* True Listening: focusing on what your guest is saying, picking up on body language that is often overlooked, and understanding what the guest wants and needs
* True Responsiveness: is about providing guests with what they need, and doing so in a timely and caring manner
The statements in this job description are intended to represent the key
duties and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be ALL
responsibilities or qualifications of the job


If there's one thing we know, it's that a great host is at the heart of every
great stay. And it might be stating the obvious, but at home or in a hotel, we
think the trick to being a great host is understanding what your guests want
and when they want it. Knowing when to add those little touches and small
thoughtful gestures that make every stay special and when to take a step back.
Our guests are by and large pretty unstuffy and laid-back. And while they may
not be looking for us to hang onto their every word, they do want us to be
there when they need us to be. So at voco™, we find the right balance. The
perfect mix of thoughtful, easy-going but attentive service, that allows our
guests to get on with relaxing.
At voco™, everyone's a host.
WHAT'S THE JOB? Ensures the smooth and efficient operations in the department
through prompt, effective and proper reservations service to achieve maximum
room revenue in order to meet or exceed the revenue target. Supervising
General Job Performance of reservation staff implementing of policies and
procedures under guidance of Front Office Manager, training, responsible and
perform any other duties might requested by Front Office Manager or Room
Division Manager
The statements in this job description are intended to represent the key
duties and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be ALL
responsibilities or qualifications of the job.
There's so much
more to the job than we can capture here. It's simply about creating great
experiences, doing the right thing and understanding people.


At IHG, we've made a promise. As one of the world's leading hotel groups,
we're here to deliver True Hospitality for Good. Making our guests and
colleagues feel welcome, cared for, recognised and respected - wherever they
are in the world. Want to be part of the journey?
voco brand comes to life in hotels that you can count on but that are
different enough to be fun. Unstuffy hotels, where people feel comfortable to
relax, and just get on with relaxing. Hotels that are built on sustainability
where we look after the planet with the same care as we look after our guests
and colleagues. Let's Go Further Together.
Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great
fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start
your journey with us today and let's #GoFurtherTogether.

Job Summary

  • Advertiser: InterContinental Hotels Group
  • Announcement date: 04/12/2023
  • Type of employment: -
  • Experience level: -
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  • Job location: Mecca
  • Salary: -
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