ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Job Number25129249
Job CategoryRooms & Guest Services Operations
LocationThe Westin Cape Town, Convention Square, Cape Town, South Africa, South Africa, 8000
ScheduleFull Time
Located Remotely?N
Position Type Non-Management

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• An appropriate recognised qualification would be advantageous
• A minimum of two years’ experience in a similar position within a Hotel environment
• Computer literate & extensive knowledge of Opera and Microsoft Office Package
• Professional and pleasant disposition
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills essential
• Strong planning and organizing skills to meet deadlines with regards to operational requirements essential
• Strong and effective communication, problem solving and decision making skills at all levels essential
• Opera systems knowledge
• Ability to work within a pressurized environment
• Extensive knowledge about Cape Town tours and best restaurants
• Quality and customer service driven
• Ability to use Initiative and be proactive and self-motivated
• Foreign language speaking candidate would be advantageous

• Complete all daily duties as set out in departmental duties and requirements.
• Be flexible within Front of House operations to complete additional tasks as and where directed by the Front of House Management team.
• Ensure that the standards of service excellence and guest satisfaction are maintained.
• Lobby duty – interacting and rooming guests
• Perform an efficient administrative support function as and when required
• Ensure that every guest complaint is handled and solved to the satisfaction of the guest.
• Ensure that the standards of service excellence and guest satisfaction are met and maintained.
• Anticipate the needs of a guest and focus on attention to detail. Recognize every guest as an individual, treating them with warmth and taking every opportunity to make a positive impression.
• Liaise with other departments and associates to ensure the smooth running of Guest Services to ensure strong collaboration between Operations Teams.
• As a Guest Experience Expert whilst your primary function will serve as guest relations you will also be required to fulfil a dual function across the Front Office operation, i.e switchboard and receptionist duties as and when operation requires.
  At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.
  

  LI-Onsite

At Westin, we are committed to empowering guests to regain control and enhance their well-being when they need it most while traveling, ensuring they can be the best version of themselves. To achieve the brand mission of becoming the preeminent wellness brand in hospitality, we need passionate and engaged associates to bring the brand’s unique programming to life. We want our associates to embrace their own well-being practices both on and off property. You are the ideal Westin candidate if you are passionate; you are active and take pride in how you maintain your well-being; you are optimistic; you are adventurous. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing globalteam, and become the best version of you