Royal Service Agent (Hotel Phone Operator)

About the role

Since 1907, Fairmont has served as the San Francisco residence for U.S. presidents, world leaders and entertainment stars. The landmark hotel offers 606 well-appointed guest rooms and suites, three distinctive restaurants, a health club and easy access to the city’s most popular attractions. Fairmont San Francisco is located atop Nob Hill at 950 Mason Street.

Responsibilities

• Consistently offer professional, friendly and engaging service
• Process all external and internal calls, text messages, or emails either by redirecting calls or assisting the caller
• Take ownership of the caller’s request and ensure follow up according to the hotel’s standards and taking messages if necessary
• Have a sufficient working knowledge of all departments, in particular Housekeeping, Front Office and Engineering
• Maintain and monitor the “Royal Service” software system
• Serve as a liaison for Guests requiring information relating to all aspects of the hotel
• Handle and distribute faxes, voice messages and written messages for internal and external Guests
• Have full knowledge of the hotel’s emergency procedures
• Follow department policies, procedures and service standards
• Follow all safety policies
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Previous customer related experience an asset
• Must possess outstanding guest services skills and sophisticated verbal communication skills
• Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications required
• Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
• Highly responsible & reliable
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work cohesively with fellow colleagues as part of a team
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times

Skills

• Previous customer related experience an asset
• Outstanding guest services skills and sophisticated verbal communication skills
• Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications required
• Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
• Highly responsible & reliable
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work cohesively with fellow colleagues as part of a team
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times

Pay

Hourly Rate: $34.64 USD Gross per hour

Schedule

Full-Time