Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

Process all incoming and outgoing calls accurately and courteously

• Ensure smooth internal telecommunication as per Sofitel Standards
• Accurately record and control wake-up calls
• Assist guests with international calls and directory queries
• Call guests by name whenever possible
• Handle guests requests promptly and report complaints to the Supervisor
• Aware of local telephone listings and frequently dialed numbers
• Strictly abides by standards policies and procedures.
• Advise defects on switchboard equipment to Supervisor
• Maintain a clean work environment
• Maintain detailed knowledge of the Hotel s fire, life and safety system
• To attend and handle all guest requests received for internal services, as per the hotel standards and procedures.
• To answer and handle calls and messages, properly using the telephone etiquettes and Sofitel standards.
• To ensure that all guests enjoy their stay being offered the finest personal service.
• To respect the privacy of the guests and the confidentiality of the information.
• To report any guest comment or complaint.
• To set-up inventory and monitor supplies and other commodities upon guest requests.
• To be aware of and to follow emergency and security procedures.
• To fulfill administrative tasks, front office coordination and filing.
• To respect key handling procedures.
• To read and update logbooks.
• To carry out special projects according to given assignments.
• To coordinate with all departments as per guests and operational needs.
• To inform concerned division or department heads whenever a matter is delayed or not solved.
• To be entirely flexible and adapt to rotate within the different sub sections of the Front Office Department.
• To carry out any other reasonable duties as assigned by the Front Office Manager.

Desired Candidate Profile

• SAUDI National
• Written and verbal communication skills in English
• Ability to work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times
• Ability to promote positive relations with all hotel guests & patrons
• Able to exercise good judgment with difficult guests
• Understanding and ability to work in a multi-cultural environment
• Secondary Education or relevant qualifications in Hotel Management