Guest Relations Agent at Accor

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Guest Engagement, Feedback Collection, Problem Solving, Interpersonal Skills, Front Office Operations, Service Excellence, Coordination, Organization, Communication, Customer Service, Attention to Detail, Hospitality Knowledge, Conflict Resolution, Team Collaboration, Cultural Awareness, Time Management

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Company Description Join us at Accor, where life pulses with passion! As a pioneer in the art of responsible hospitality, the Accor Group gathers more than 45 brands, 5,600 hotels, 10,000 restaurants, and lifestyle destinations in 110 countries. While each brand has its own personality, where you will be able to truly find yourself, they all share a common ambition: to keep innovating and challenging the status-quo. By joining us, you will become a Heartist®, because hospitality is, first and foremost, a work of heart. You will join a caring environment and a team where you can be all you are. You will be in a supportive place to grow, to fulfil yourself, to discover other professions and to pursue career opportunities, in your hotel or in other hospitality environments, in your country or anywhere in the world! You will enjoy exclusive benefits, specific to the sector and beyond, as well as strong recognition for your daily commitment. Everything you will do with us, regardless of your profession, will offer a deep sense of meaning, to create lasting, memorable and impactful experiences for your customers, for your colleagues and for the planet. Hospitality is a work of heart, Join us and become a Heartist®. We are Heartists® “Heartist” describes both our culture and who we are. Everything we do comes from the heart, and we’re experts in what we do. Generous, attentive, and free, we ensure that everyone can come as they are, and feel like they belong. As one big team, we know that only together can we do amazing things! We believe that the world is more welcoming when we’re connected. So that we see what we have in common, instead of what sets us apart. Life in Movenpick The Place to Savour Life- We believe true hospitality is about turning small gestures into heartwarming moments. We enable our guests to Savour the flavor of life, balancing small indulgence with what’s good for them- and good for the world. Job Description The Role Under the direct guidance of the Front Desk Manager, the Guest Relations Agent is responsible for delivering a warm, personalized, and professional service to all guests throughout their stay. A key part of this role includes engaging with guests during breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the hotel’s dining venues to gather feedback, ensure satisfaction, and support service excellence. The Guest Relations Agent plays a vital role in enhancing the overall guest experience, resolving concerns proactively, and contributing to the improvement of guest satisfaction scores and Revenue Per Stay (RPS). This position requires close coordination with the Front Office and Food & Beverage teams to ensure seamless service and guest recognition. Key Responsibilities Guest Engagement & Feedback: Greet and interact with guests during meal periods in the restaurant. Engage guests in friendly conversation to gather feedback on their stay and dining experience. Record and report guest feedback to relevant departments for continuous improvement. Maintain a visible presence in the restaurant and lobby during peak hours. Assist in creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for all guests. Front Office Operations: Welcome and assist guests upon arrival and departure. Handle VIP arrivals, room allocations, and special requests. Coordinate with Housekeeping and F&B for guest preferences and amenities. Address guest concerns promptly and professionally, ensuring follow-up and resolution. Support the Front Desk team with check-ins, check-outs, and guest inquiries. Service Excellence & Coordination: Promote hotel services and experiences to enhance guest satisfaction and increase RPS. Collaborate with other departments to ensure guest needs are met efficiently. Monitor guest satisfaction trends and contribute to service improvement initiatives. Uphold the hotel’s standards of service, grooming, and guest interaction. Planning & Organizing: Organization of Repeat Guest filing administration Up-keeping of Hotel/Guest Information booklets and pamphlets. Co-operation with Housekeeping / F&B and Front Office. Room allocation, identify guest needs. MIPs & RIPs preparation. Awareness of outside activities/recreation etc. Perform as per OSM Standards and in line with the Company’s Values and Core Behaviors. Be fully aware of the daily information and activities. Properly groomed at all times Drive “Cherish” and Guest targets to be met. Show fullest cooperation and respect within the team and other departments Operations: Prepare for daily VIPs arrivals in terms of room allocation, amenities and special requests of Guests. Keep welcome pack ready for VIP arrival (Reg.-cards, room keys, welcome drink) Register and process check in/out for all VIPs guests efficiently and professionally, alert Front Desk Manager, the MOD or Operations Manager on arrival. Escort VIP gussets to their rooms. Greet all guests upon arrivals and departure. Update guest information into the computer after a complete check in. Good knowledge of cashiering duties, foreign exchange transactions, and settlement upon Guests’ departure. Updating RGR (Repeated Guest Ratio) report on daily basis. Provide friendly sand courteous service to guest and respond promptly to all requests and inquiries at all time Resolve guests’ complaints/ requests and liaise with the department concerned to ensure immediately follow up. Good communication with GMs PA in order to complete all Ex-Office requests regarding potential VIP arrivals. Handle issuance of guest room key cards and ensure effective control for guest security. Have knowledge of the hotel rate codes, package, segmentation, discounts and how to handle each. Follow up with Concierge regarding shuttle Bus timings. Daily courteous calls to VIP rooms, so too with other guests. Report any unusual occurrences or requested to manager. Be aware of the hotel accident Prevention Policies. Ensure the cleanliness and neatness of front office area. Review log book, verify outstanding and follow up pending. Identify if any special assignment for the day Re-announce VIP rooms to Housekeeping and F&B departments. Check if all departure details for the day have been taken, as well as for the next day. To arrange for bouquets, cake and cards in case of guest’s anniversary and birthdays. Check VIP rooms after amenities are placed. File daily guest relations report and documents systematically. At the end of the shift or the day, he has to communicate all information that the next shift has to know for a well running of the operations. Reviews Guest Comments daily and reply to all of them, consult the FDM when complains accurse. To effectively handle all guest complaints concerning the Front Office in co-ordination with the Front Desk Manager, taking corrective action to prevent recurrence and convert the guest into a repeat customer. Co-ordinate proper actions with other departments. He/she is familiar with all related company documentation and especially with the relevant Operational Standards Manual for his/her field of responsibility. Check Hotel / Residences situation, occupancy, functions, groups, VIPs. Generic Aspects on Hygiene / Personal Safety / Environment/Confidentiality: Ensure proper care of all equipment and furniture entrusted for Heartists use. Be well-familiar with the hotel's policies and procedures, well-acquainted with the physical layout of the hotel and its premises and knowledgeable of the hotel's emergency procedures in regard to fire, medical, bomb threat, black-out and evacuation. Knows the safety regulations and ensures their application & ensures the safety of people and property in the hotel. Respects and ensures respect of the hotel's commitments to the "Environment Charter" of Sustainability program (saving energy, recycling, sorting waste etc). Understands and strictly adhere to the Rules & Regulations established in the Heartists Handbook and the Hotel’s policy on Fire, Hygiene, Health and Safety. Ensure that confidential records and other confidential information are properly safeguarded and are not removed from the office. Does not disclose any financial information or any other information of the Accor Hotels. Our Values Our values are our common language, they drive us every day. Embodied in and flowing through our Heartist program, a symbol of our identity and culture, these values are the bedrock that binds us to the Group. They perpetuate and spread -beyond professions, persons, countries and cultures- the sense of hospitality and service, our strength and nourishment of the Group’s success worldwide. Guest Passion We obsess over our customers. Our guests are the driver of our decisions and our actions. We put them first, we care for them. We go the extra mile for them. We enjoy doing it. Sustainable Performance We believe that hospitality has the power to unlock a better tomorrow. We act for good to support & empower the communities in which we live and protect the planet that you visit. Respect We are connected with the world, and to others. We enjoy the mix of cultures. We are proud of our differences. We put you first and we value you, whoever you are. We care for the planet. Spirit of Conquest Our guests are globetrotters, and so are we. We want to be where they want to be. We explore, we initiate, and we develop. We are ambitious for our guests. We make the impossible possible, we have fun doing it. Trust Hospitality is a team sport, and we’re stronger when we trust and support each other. We believe in natural kindness, respect our differences and value all voices. We work as one team, to say what we do, and do what we say. Innovation We dare to challenge the status quo. We embrace innovation and challenge ourselves to do things better and faster. We take risks, dream the impossible and make it possible. Qualifications Diploma or Degree in Hotel Management Additional Information Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities Fluency in English and Arabic, additional languages are a plus Job-Category: Rooms Job Type: Permanent Job Schedule: Full-Time

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Responsibilities

The Guest Relations Agent is responsible for delivering personalized service to guests, engaging with them during meal periods, and gathering feedback to enhance their experience. This role also involves coordinating with various departments to ensure guest satisfaction and addressing any concerns promptly.