Location: Savannah,GA, USA
Why us?
Sage Hospitality Group is set to hire a Reservation Supervisor to join us! The Ann Savannah, Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy will be joining Sage's growing portfolio of lifestyle properties as it completes its conversion to an Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy concept by early 2025. This is a unique opportunity to shape the creation of one of the first Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy properties in North America! An opportunity to leave a lasting impression and to be a part of the footprint of such an dynamic concept.
Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy offers the luxury of space of a hotel combined with the warmth of home – where a guest can feel like a local in well-appointed upscale lifestyle boutique spaces complete with full kitchens, space for dining, and living rooms for, well, living.
The Ann Savannah, Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy marks an exciting new chapter for both Savannah's hospitality scene and Sage Hospitality. We're thrilled to bring our 40+ years of expertise to Marriott's new Apartments by Bonvoy concept, which we believe has tremendous growth potential across many of our target markets nationwide. We are grateful to partner with Tidal on this exciting conversion project and look forward to partnering with Marriott on growing the Apartments by Marriott brand as we continue our journey to become America's favorite lifestyle hospitality company,” said Daniel del Olmo, president of Sage Hospitality Group.
As part of Sage Hospitality Group, we passionately strive to be the best and create excellence in everything we do. We believe in enriching lives one experience at a time. More than a slogan, we empower our employees to make positive impacts on the communities in which we live and work. By providing genuine service we build relationships with our guests and value for our shareholders, and we create unforgettable experiences.
We are looking for independent thinkers. Those who harness their entrepreneurial spirit so that it breaks preconceived notions. We're not afraid to forge our own path. After all, it's what industry leaders do. That's why we welcome risk takers and creative spirits alike. No matter your daily role, Sage recognizes that your success is about more than the work you do—it's really about who you are, which is why we invest in your personal and professional growth. We hope you consider joining us!
Job Overview
Responds in a professional and courteous manner to telephone inquiries regarding reservations and hotel information by providing accurate and timely information and service. Use selling techniques to make reservations that support the properties selling strategies. Maximizes yield opportunities and meets revenue goals, as established by leadership.
Responsibilities
Responds to telephone inquiries and reservation requests by explaining product, amenities and service options in order to sell rooms.
Gathers needed information from customer in order to confirm reservation.
Negotiates rates and upsells rooms in order to increase occupancy and maximize revenues.
Promotes the hotel and its services in order to capture customers and increase revenues.
Operates reservations system by entering and accessing data in order to provide callers with accurate information.
Duties will include manual and computerized skills and completion of daily checklist functions.
Provides accurate and up-to-date manual and computerized reports on daily and monthly room reservation information in order to assist management with forecasting, tracking and staffing.
Enters all special room requests into computer system and alerts front desk staff of special requests in order to ensure department follow-through and guest's satisfaction.
Keeps up-to-date on all local and hotel functions and services in order to efficiently respond to telephone inquiries.
Inputs group and tour reservations as they are received from the sales department in order to best utilize hotel facility and maximize revenues.
Maintains a friendly, cheerful and courteous demeanor at all times.
Manages resources including franchise systems, yield systems and tracking systems.
Qualifications
Education/Formal Training
High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience
No previous experience required.
Knowledge/Skills
Must have basic customer service skills and PC operation.
Must be extremely adept communicator and fluent in oral and written English.
Must have ability to detect and trace computer and manual errors when reviewing reservations data for report preparation.
Must be able to use tact and understanding when dealing with demanding customers.
Must be able to memorize facts and figures.
Must be organized and display patience when handling more than one call at a time.
Must be friendly, enthusiastic and helpful.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must have ability to read small details on computer screen, detailed computer printouts and written communications.
Must be able to use computer key board and handle written material.
Must have ability to communicate and to follow written or verbal instruction.
ID: 2024-25469
Position Type: Regular Full-Time
Property : The Ann Savannah
Outlet: Hotel
Category: Reservations
Address : 110 Ann St
City : Savannah
State : Georgia
EOE Protected Veterans/Disability