Reservations Agent
Internship Southwark, UNITED KINGDOM Sales
Job description
Company Description
We’re looking for a Rooms Reservations Agent to provide brilliant & genuinely helpful customer service for every guest looking to stay in our London Hoxton hotels.
London is where it all began for Hox, and our four sites; The Hoxton, Shoreditch, Holborn, Southwark and most recently Shepherd’s Bush embody the Hoxton mood perfectly. Set across a series of lively, interesting city neighbourhoods, our London hotels are packed with individual design vibes; whether we’re reviving existing buildings or creating exciting new spaces.
Job Description
What you’ll do…
· Manage new and existing individual rooms reservations through telephone, email and website reservations
· Anticipate needs and proactively provide solutions so that our guests’ expectations are not only met, but exceeded
· Keep an eye on our booking channels
· Maximise revenue and identify sales opportunities
· Work with corporate clients/bookers and agents
· Anticipate needs and proactively provide solutions so that our guests’ expectations are not only met, but exceeded.
· Communicate with the Front Office Team or Restaurants Teams to facilitate the guests’ stay
· Step in for the Reservations Supervisor or Manager when needed
Qualifications
What we're looking for...
· A previous experience in hotel reservations is preferred but not mandatory – it’s all about how you contribute to the team! We can teach you everything you need to know about the world of hotel reservations
· Proficiency in another language is a plus (French, Spanish, Italian, Dutch)
· You’re great with computers and on the phone
· Since we’re opening in several exciting places, speaking additional lingos is an advantage
· You’re looking for a place where you can be you; no clones in suits here
· Passion for hospitality – whether that’s a drink, a meal, an event or a bed for the night
· You’re all about having a positive impact on the people you interact with, leaving them with a memorable experience
· You’re not precious. We leave our egos at the door and help get shit done
· You’re up for doing things differently and trying (almost) everything once
· If we got stuck in a lift together we’d have a good time and share a few laughs
· You want to be part of a team that works hard, supports each other and has fun along the way
Additional Information
What's in it for you...
· Competitive salary
· 28 days holidays (inclusive of bank holidays), pension, and life insurance.
· A health cash plan to claim money back and get access to lots of ways to support your physical & mental wellbeing
· It’s ok not to be Ok, we have a confidential hotline for any support you require about anything and a network of mental health first aiders
· Treat yourself once in a while with lots of retail & hospitality perks through our partners
· Enjoy a free night at The Hoxton and a meal for two when you first start with us
· Goes without saying, but we’ll feed you during your shift
· Excellent discounts across the Ennismore family for you and your nearest and dearest (even if you decide to leave us!)
· Free night at The Hoxton every year and something a little extra £££ when you hit the big milestones!
· Lots of opportunity to progress and switch it up as part of a global family of brands
· Training to get you settled into your role, learning academies to broaden your skillset and development that helps you think, make and thrive at work
· Extra time off to volunteer with one of our partner charities
· Regular team get togethers, from our team drinks to our (pretty special!) bi-annual parties – we know how to have a good time!
· Enhanced family leave for when you’re expanding your family
· An annual diversity and inclusion calendar of events creating opportunities for you to learn, celebrate and make a positive impact.