Description
Raffles Club Lounge Agent
Raffles The Palm
Location Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Category Rooms
Raffles the Palm Dubai is on the western crescent of Palm Jumeirah, the world's largest manmade island and archipelago. This luxurious five-star hotel with 391 spacious rooms, suites and villas is embellished with hand-crafted Italian touches and offset by carefully selected amenities to complete the atmosphere of elegance. Guests can enjoy panoramic views, a private beach, state of the art entertainment and recreational facilities, including specialist boutiques, a VIP movie theatre, signature and private restaurants complemented by exquisite banqueting and conference spaces.
When visiting Raffles, guests will discover the individual personality and story offered by the hotel. At the essence of every Raffles is the delivery of thoughtful, personal and discreet service to well-travelled guests. Raffles Hotels & Resorts is an award-winning, luxury international hotel company with a history dating back to 1887 with the opening of Raffles Hotel, Singapore. The portfolio currently comprises eleven luxurious properties, from secluded resorts to city hotels in key locations around the world.
THE POSITION
To be responsible for all activities relevant to Raffles Club guests such as the reception, private check in / out, cashiering, foreign exchange and assisting guests with inquiries.
KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Greet guests at all times in a friendly and helpful manner
Register and room all Raffles Club guest arrivals according to established procedures
Perform check-in, check-out and room change procedures and ensure all data is accurately entered into the hotel system
Liaise closely with Butlers to escort and do follow-ups on guest requests or requirements
Maintains cashier float and ensure accurate daily report of all money received
Cashes hotel guests' personal and travelers checks and assists with currency exchange
Keeps abreast of all modifications to accounting policies and procedures
Knowledgeable of all special promotion procedures for programs such as Seasonal Packages, Frequent Flyers Programs and Hotel Loyalty programs (Raffles Ambassadors)
Attend to guest's complaints, inquiries and requests; refer problems to supervisor/Assistant Manager if he/she unable to assist
Is familiar with other Raffles properties so that guests indicating any next destination on the registration card can be "sold" on an onward booking to another Raffles property
Ensure that guests depart the hotel with a positive impression of the hotel service
Perform audit balances and prepare all reports for audit in an orderly fashion
Maintain comprehensive knowledge of standard reservation procedures
Offer secretarial duties for guests such as faxing, posting, copying, scanning etc.
Maintain exemplary department standards of behavior and appearance and attitude
Ensure that Reception and Lounge work area is clean and in an orderly state at all times
Performs related duties and special projects assigned
Adhere to OH&S policies and procedures
Set up for Breakfast, High-Tea & Cocktail Hour & ensure timely replenishment of amenities
Forecast weekly stock intake on food and beverage in the lounge
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Good level of engagement with guests
Ability to work cohesively as a team with a multi-cultural workforce
Excellent communication skills
High level of integrity, enthusiasm, dedication, support for continuous improvement
Good knowledge of Front Office and F&B Operations
QUALIFICATIONS
Post-Secondary school education or Diploma from School for Tourism & Hotel Management
EXPERIENCE
Minimum 1 - 2 years' relevant experience in customer service/guest relations
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