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Reservations Agent / Guest Service Agent

Posted on Feb. 20, 2025

Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
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Full Time

Reservations Agent / Guest Service Agent

Overlooking scenic Lake Tekapo, in the heart of New Zealand's central South Island, is Peppers Bluewater Resort. The resort is comprised of one, two and three bedroom suites and villas set amongst the purest natural landscape of Mt Cook & Mackenzie region. Guests can enjoy stunning views from Rakinui Restaurant & Bar and experience the farm to table dining concept. Many a special event has taken place at Peppers Bluewater with the team creating bespoke weddings and conferences. On your days off immerse yourself in the peaceful lifestyle by enjoying the abundance of relaxing activities Lake Tekapo has to offer such as horse-riding, hot pools and stargazing.

Purpose
As a Reservation Agent/ Guest Service Agent, you play a crucial role in assisting our hotel guests from their initial inquiry to check out. Think of yourself as the go-to expert for room availability, rates, and the wonderful experiences our hotel offers. You bring a touch of excitement by suggesting enticing upgrades and are at the forefront delivering exceptional hospitality and ensuring our guests have a memorable stay.

Location: Peppers Bluewater, State Highway 8, Lake Tekapo 7945, New Zealand
Contract Type: Permanent Full-Time
Hours: 40 hours weekly
Pay Rate: $26.00-26.50 base hourly rate

Primary Responsibilities

Manage reservations made via phone, email, and online platforms, providing guests with accurate information on room availability, rates, and special offers
Be the first point of contact for our guests, addressing inquiries, answering questions, and assisting with reservation modifications and cancellations
Allocate rooms based on guest preferences, availability and business demands, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay
Safely and securely handle payment transactions, verifying billing details for accuracy
Suggest room upgrades, offer special amenities, and fulfil specific guest requests to elevate their stay
Maintain meticulous reservation records to monitor room availability and ensure smooth check-ins and check-outs
Facilitate the resolution of guest complaints, transforming challenges into opportunities

Skills and Experience

Customer service-oriented with exceptional communication skills
Previous experience in a similar role in the hospitality industry is preferred
Proficiency in using reservation and property management systems is a plus
Problem-solving skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure
Team player with a positive attitude and willingness to go the extra mile
Capable of embracing a flexible rotating schedule that may include evenings, overnights, weekends, and public holidays

Accor Benefits

ALL Heartist Membership - Take advantage of discounts on accommodation and food & beverage worldwide!
Family & Friends Discounts - Available on a range of accommodation, services and events for those who mean the most to you
Accor Live Limitless (ALL) Loyalty Program - Earn status & reward points on your worldwide stays
Learn Your Way - Support your career development with access to Accor’s industry leading training platforms, Accor Academy and Typsy
Build Your Network - With more than 300,000 Accor professionals globally sharing the same guest passion, you have the ability to grow your hospitality network worldwide
Worldwide Opportunities - We are a world leading hotel operator! With over 400 hotels in the Pacific and more than 5,000 across 110 countries, offering limitless opportunities to grow your career

At Accor, we welcome you as you are. We help you grow and learn, so that work brings purpose to your life. By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write, and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Accor is an inclusive company, building diverse teams across the globe.

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