
Island Host - Chinese/Turkish/German Speaking
- Maldives Pullman, WA
- Permanent
- Full-time
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- Manage day-to-day operations of Front Office Department service.
- Assist the Front Office Supervisor / Managers in planning, implementing, organizing and coordinating the smooth and efficient operation of the guest service.
- Welcomes the guest at the jetty and availing Villa Host service.
- Provide guest recognition at all times by addressing guests by name and interacting with them on a personal level throughout their stay.
- To never say 'no' to a guest by offering alternative options.
- To check the cleanliness and set-up of assigned villas are in accordance with hotel standards.
- Ensure and reconfirm all the flight details are correct upon check-in according to guest reservation.
- Liaise with all departments to ensure high standard of guest service.
- He/she should be fully conversant with all services and facilities offered by the hotel and about the local vicinity.
- To be able to drive the buggy whenever and wherever requested.
- Always provide flexible and personalized service at all times.
- Always well groomed, clean, pleasant and creating renowned memorable experiences for the guests.
- Take care of all assigned guests and coordinate with all concerned departments to fulfill guest needs and requests.
- Fully aware of the Room Service and other outlets menu, answers questions on menu selections, communicates with the kitchen regarding menu questions and product availability.
- Keeps concerned departments informed about the guest allergies and food preferences.
- Update Opera with guest preference, likes and dislikes on to the guest profile section.
- Follow up all the guest needs until they are completed up to the guest satisfaction.
- Serves welcome drinks and escorts the guests to their assigned Villas.
- Conducts the island orientation and in room check-in process in a fast and efficient manner, following all the standards and liaising with concierge for luggage delivery.
- Takes care of the guest requests and liaise with respective departments or areas: e.g. Concierge, Reception, Lifestyle, Housekeeping, F&B, Watersports & Spa bookings, and any special requests etc.
- Knowledge of using the point of sale, Property management software and any other system or software to perform the duties.
- Able to perform software operations like check-ins / check-outs, update profile, room reservations, requests, apply payment, verify and adjust billing, activate room keys, process checkout etc. on the hotel PMS software.
- Records transactions and order items in Point of sales (POS) system.
- Updates guest feedback and comments on to the system.
- Fully conversant with accommodation features: layout, room type, location, decor, in room facilities and equipment.
- Fully aware of operating procedures for all electrical and electronic equipment in the guest Villas.
- Serves the guests in a calm, discrete and courteous manner, respecting timing standards.
- Supports the other departments such as, Housekeeping and Room service with the guest requests if required.
- Diploma in Hospitality Management or equivalent qualifications
- Minimum 1-3 years of relevant experience in a similar capacity
- Proficiency in working with MS office, Point of sale (POS) and Property management system (PMS) are an added advantage.
- Additional certification(s) in Tourism management will be an advantage
- Good reading, writing and oral proficiency in English language
- Ability to speak other languages, including Mandarin, Turkish, and/or German
- Past experience of working in the Maldives will be an advantage
- Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor Hotels Worldwide
- Develop your talent through learning programs by Academy Accor
- Opportunity to grow within your property and across the world!
- Ability to contribute to local community and make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities.