Reservations Sales Agent

Otesaga Hotel.•Cooperstown, NY

About The Position

The Reservation Sales Agent is responsible for providing extraordinary service to all guests during the reservations process, pre arrival, during their stay and after their stay. We provide the guest with information about the property and rooms so that when a guest stays, they get the experience we have sold them.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Prior hospitality experience preferred.
Customer service experience in an upscale or luxury business setting considered.
Reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work.
Enjoy working with people.
Ability to adhere to a flexible schedule which may/may not include mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Fit in well with a team environment.
Ability to work in a fast-paced as well as a slow-paced environment.
Be able to work towards team and individual goals.
Adhere to Otesaga Hotel's dress and grooming standards, presenting a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance and maintaining a positive, professional image to our guests.
Must be well spoken with a polite, engaging and patient personality.
Able to maintain positive guest relations.
Be able to resolve guest complaints and ensure guest satisfaction.
Ability to multi-task, plan and organize effectively using time management skills.
Conduct themselves in a professional manner when working with guests, co-workers, and managers at all times.
Work productively and efficiently with or without supervision when performing routine tasks.
Work independently, and under daily job stress while maintaining composure.
Work in an office setting subject to continuous interruptions and background noises.
Work up to five hours seated and viewing a computer monitor, operating a keyboard while on the telephone.
Perform basic mathematical skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and perform and record cash/credit transaction accurately.

Responsibilities

Assist guests in making new reservations and answering questions about existing reservations with the utmost accuracy and detail to capture all important information.
Learn, understand, and use proper procedures when processing reservations and communicating resort polices and information.
Sell and accurately represent the Resort and all our products and services to the guest.
Answer telephone calls and emails in a clear, concise, and professional manner.
Assist guests in booking on property amenities such as golf, spa and dining to help the overall on property spend of the guest.
Process special requirements and needs for guests through the proper channels.
Manage daily correspondences and sales leads in a timely and professional manner.
Attending regular departmental meetings and training.
Assist other departments with reservations questions, needs or requests.
Organize and maintain a clean workstation.
Answer guest questions with accurate information and demonstrate a friendly and helpful personality by speaking enthusiastically.
Demonstrate proficiency with Windows-based operating systems. Utilize hospitality reservations and sales software.
Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.