Sun International·Western Cape, south-africa·Full Time·Internship
HospitalityFull TimeInternship
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Job Purpose
The Concierge is responsible for being the point of contact for all guest queries, co-ordinating guest activity requests and providing exceptional, personalised customer service to guests throughout their stay in the hotel to ensure that their stay is worth remembering.
Key Performance Areas
Prepared Work Station
Identify issues with regards the floor appearance/ functioning of equipment and systems
Check overall cleanliness of the front of house areas
Check and restock information brochures
Review the arrival and VIP lists daily and understands special requirements
Assist in preparing and distributing welcome / VIP amenities.
Be familiar with the hotel and resort facilities, promotions and activities
Co-ordinated Guest Activities
Acknowledge and greet all guests with a friendly smile and treat guests with respect at all times
Interact with guests and provide professional service standards and solutions to questions and enquiries
Attend promptly to customers' inquiries and assist them with co-ordinating activities during their stay including:
Restaurant reservations
Game drives
Transport
Sporting and entertainment activities
Any other activity as is relevant to business unit facilities
Provide feedback to guests with regards confirmation of arrangements or any challenges experienced
Assist with answering the telephone at the concierge desk and porte cochere
Handle guest complaints, and escalate when required.
Log the day's activities in a logbook to ensure that the next person on duty is familiar with everything that needs extra attention.
Be present in the hotel lobby and maintain proper decorum at all times.
Promotes and upsells the facilities of the hotel and knows the surrounding areas when asked for directions.
Stakeholder Engagement
Communicate and update the business unit and relevant departments, as well as external suppliers with regards special requests.
Build effective internal and external relationships to ensure synergy of guest experience
Follow up with internal departments to ensure that guest requests are met on time
Liaise with suppliers in co-ordinating guest activities
Job Requirements
Education
Grade 12
Skills and Knowledge
Hotel Product Knowledge (facilities and activities)
Communication skills
Telephone skills
Listening skills
Proficient computer skills (MS Office, Opera)
Experience
2 years experience in a customer service environment in a hotel environment
Work conditions and special requirements
Ability to work shifts that meet operational requirements
Physically able to move around, and stand for extended periods of time
Have an open attitude perform similar functions to those contained in this document, in alternative outlets due to operational requirements
Knowledge of an additional language (relevant to market) is an advantage