Group Reservations Agent

Novotel Melbourne South Wharf features golden 26 level tower with 347 accommodation rooms & suites, Mr. Carpano Dining and Bar and Allora Café. The hotel is complemented with direct access to the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre (MCEC), the Southern Hemisphere's largest meeting space and adjacent to the DFO centre, with 180+ retail brands.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Group Reservations Agent to join our dynamic team at Novotel Melbourne South Wharf. As a Group Reservations Agent, you will play a key role in ensuring the seamless coordination of group bookings and reservations, providing exceptional customer service to both our clients and internal teams, within our portfolio hotels. Key duties include:

• Responsible for the management of all group bookings of 10 rooms or more.
• Handle enquiries for group bookings via email or phone during the shift, communicate immediately, and provide a reply or confirmation within a reasonable timeframe.
• Handle guest complaints and enquiries in an efficient and professional manner and ensure the Reservations Manager is informed of any guest feedback.
• Perform all reservations duties including making and entering reservations.
• Prepare group information sheets (group movements) and briefing of Hotel Stakeholders prior to arrival of group.
• Ensure a clear line of communication with other departments for special requests or other reservation-related matters.

• Experience in a Front Office or Reservations role is highly desirable.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office and Opera PMS is advantageous.
• Ability to work independently and demonstrated initiative in a dynamic environment.
• Confident and articulate communication, negotiation, relationship and networking skills.
• Time management skills with the ability to multitask.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts including mornings, nights, weekends and holiday periods.

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Benefits:

• Be a part of a global hospitality company and explore Accor’s limitless possibilities
• On-the-job training and mentorship
• Accessing pathways for career advancement and personal development within Accor
• Enjoy exclusive Accor discounts and global benefits