Job Description
Reservations Agent (Parental Leave Cover)
Pan Pacific Hotels Group has over 50 Hotels, Resorts and Serviced Suites worldwide.
Our guests and our team are at the heart of everything we do.
In Australia, Pan Pacific Hotels Group operates six hotels including PARKROYAL Parramatta, conveniently located in the epicenter of Parramatta's busy eat street.
Featuring 286 guest accommodation rooms, 13 meeting spaces, Table 30, BAR30 & Bistro, PARKROYAL Parramatta is the best choice among Parramatta's hotels.
Pan Pacific Hotels Group is proud to be thefirst hospitality group in Oceaniato be awarded theGlobal Sustainable Tourism Council(GSTC)certificationforall six of our Australian properties!
This is a significant achievement that demonstrates our unwavering commitment to sustainability and responsible tourism.
We are seeking a motivated Reservations Agent to join our team on a full-time fixed-term contract, reporting to the Reservations & Distribution Manager.
This position is offered to provide parental leave cover.
This is a great opportunity to work within a robust team to develop your career in a supportive and fun environment.
Attractive salary package
Discounted parking onsite
Hotel discounts through our global alliance program Discovery
50% off food and 50% off beverages at the hotel's outlets
Discounted accommodation across worldwide Pan Pacific Hotels Group properties
Ongoing learning and development through our learning experience platform
Complimentary meal whilst on shift
Health and Wellbeing - Employee Assistance Program & access to discounted BUPA health cover (offered at a special rate and not part of the standard package)
Reward and Recognition Program
You will be responsible for:
Processing reservations and enquiries across all booking channels
Accurately entering and maintaining reservations within Opera
Completing pre-arrival checks to ensure guest profiles, preferences and booking details are up to date
Responding to guest, corporate and travel agent enquiries in a professional and timely manner
Developing positive relationships with regular guests, clients and booking agents
Coordinating with Front Office and other departments to ensure a seamless arrival experience
Maintaining knowledge of current room rates, packages and promotions
Contributing to the achievement of departmental service and performance objectives
Ideally you will have:
A passion for delivering exceptional customer service and memorable guest experiences
Strong attention to detail
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
Previous experience using Opera Cloud and/or Opera PMS is preferred
Ability to multitask and work accurately and efficiently in a busy environment
Excellent time management and organisational skills
Previous Reservations, Front Office, Hospitality or Tourism experience will be advantageous
Availability to work Saturdays as part of a 7-day rotating roster