Southall Experience Specialist Supervisor (Reservations)

Southall • Franklin, TN

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About The Position

Southall Farm & Inn is a premier destination bringing nature, produce and people together in a powerful and unique way. At Southall, the Southall Experience Specialist Supervisor is a critical part in leadership of our reservations team. The Supervisor will be responsible for driving revenue through meeting monthly team and individual goals and anticipating guest needs and desires to create a unique, personalized experiences. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and consistent with an appetite for growth and a desire to learn.

Requirements

• Ability to effectively communicate with customers in a friendly and positive manner in order to solicit business, meet client needs and resolve complaints
• Ability to listen, speak and write English to ascertain and respond to client needs
• High School degree or equivalent
• Must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays

Nice To Haves

• 1+ years of customer service or sales experience in a luxury hotel or resort environment preferred; supervisory experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Coach Specialists on answering phones promptly, and directing incoming calls of prospective guests, in-house guests, vendors, team members, third parties and travel agents
• Take appropriate action when an emergency call is required; monitor automated systems including fire alarms, telephone equipment, etc.; maintain full awareness of health, safety, fire, and bomb-threat procedures
• Communicate with guests via chat, email, or phone, providing our guests with a 5-star experience and utilizing hotel systems to initiate service requests and ensure prompt follow-up
• Book reservations for guests that will include accommodations, dining, transportation, spa and activities while maintaining the Southall standards
• Monitor and review reservations prior to service to ensure proper flow of service utilizing reservation management system
• Maintain and clearly communicate appropriate, site-specific knowledge regarding all resort dining outlets, spa, activities, events and room accommodations as part of the selling process
• Ensure guest profiles and reservation details are complete
• Charge deposits, cancel reservations and enter amenities as needed
• Identify VIP guests and maintaining confidentiality for each guest
• Promote positive guest relations by providing prompt, courteous, and efficient service
• Complete a thorough two-week training program and participate in monthly training sessions; being receptive to positive & constructive feedback designed to encourage growth and success
• Meet or exceed monthly team and individual revenue and conversion goals
• Act as the escalation point-of-contact for each guest, handling questions and concerns in a manner which promotes positive outcomes
• Learn and inform team of any promotional rates / packages
• Other duties as assigned by Southall Leadership

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, company-provided life insurance
• Generous paid time off accruals
• 9 paid holidays annually
• Weekly pay
• 401k and company match
• Education reimbursement
• Best-in-class Employee Assistance Program
• Free weekly outdoor activities and wellness classes
• 30% internal discounts
• Fresh and free daily meal
• Bountiful internal growth opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees