On Call Receptionist - NH Copenhagen Grand Joanne
Copenhagen, DK Denmark
Your Day-to-Day at NH Collection
- Welcome and complete the check-in process for all guests and group arrivals in a timely and professional manner as well as complete the check-out process for departing guests and groups.
- Manage room allocation in regards to guest characteristics (VIPs, traditional, new customers, etc.) with the correspondent department.
- Handle if necessary, and ensure to keep the front office and management team fully informed of guest requests, inquiries, complaints and/or suggestions given by both guests and other departments.
- Display a knowledge of all hotel products, services, price rates, available promotions and discount packages, as well as daily VIP and special events.
- Be aware and communicate hotel services available (dry cleaning, restaurant reservations) and general safety information.
- Maximize room occupancy at best rates (this includes closing sales and extranets if necessary).
- Use up-selling techniques (promote the DISCOVERY loyalty program and Rewards, other destinations, food and beverages, hotel transportation and facilities).
- Handle incoming guest room reservations.
- Provide information to guests about the property and the surrounding area (museums, monuments), including special events, sights, restaurants, activities, etc. in the city.
- Respond to guest requests for special arrangements or services (e.g., transportation, reservations, dry cleaning) by making arrangements or identifying appropriate providers.
- Follow company brand standards.
- Assist other departments, as necessary.
- Inform and provide night services to guests (e.g. wake-up call).
- Manage invoicing payments and cash operations during the night shift.
- Run rounds, check for irregularities, shutdown windows, doors, etc.
- Responsible for the night audit reports.
Excellence begins with you – Your qualities
- Previous experience in the Front Office department, preferably in a hotel of similar size and complexity.
- Degree or diploma in Hotel Management or equivalent.
- Fluency in local language is a must and high level of English is required.
- Working knowledge of various computer software programs (Microsoft Office,TMS, etc) and Front Office systems.
- Customer service focus.
- Flexibility to respond to a variety of work situations.
- Strong communication skills.
- Sales oriented.
- Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.
Beyond the ordinary: Your Benefits at NH Collection
At Minor Hotels Europe & Americas we are committed to shaping exciting careers worldwide and cross-cultural experiences. Our journey is fuelled by the passion and dedication of our incredible teams, who also enjoy inspiring and exclusive benefits such as:
- Worldwide experience – diversity of 150 different nationalities.
- Career development opportunities full of national and international challenges.
- Wide range of training programmes to enhance your skills.
- Wellbeing initiatives, including flexible working conditions.
- Team member recognition programmes, including Memorable Dates.
- Ability to make a difference through our sustainability programme and volunteering initiatives.
- Team member rates and promotions, offering discounted rates in our hotels around the world and exclusive benefits through our corporate loyalty programme.