Reservations Manager Job in Wayanad

Wayanad, Kerala Full Time Date: 13 May 2024

Job description

Managing Reservation Systems: Overseeing the implementation and maintenance of reservation management systems, ensuring they are user-friendly, efficient, and capable of handling booking requests, cancellations, and modifications in real-time. Reservation Coordination: Coordinating reservations for guest accommodations, dining reservations, event bookings, and other services, ensuring optimal utilization of available inventory and maximizing revenue opportunities. Handling Guest Inquiries: Responding to guest inquiries, requests, and reservation inquiries via phone, email, or online channels, providing accurate information, rates, and availability, and assisting guests with booking arrangements as needed. Group Reservations: Managing group reservations and bookings for events, conferences, weddings, or other gatherings, coordinating with event planners, organizers, and internal departments to ensure smooth execution and guest satisfaction. Rate Management: Setting and adjusting room rates, pricing policies, and promotional offers based on demand, market conditions, competitor analysis, and revenue management strategies to optimize revenue and occupancy levels. Forecasting and Reporting: Analyzing reservation data, booking trends, and performance metrics to forecast demand, identify opportunities for growth, and generate reports for management review and decision-making. Inventory Management: Monitoring room availability, allocation, and distribution across various distribution channels, including direct bookings, online travel agencies (OTAs), global distribution systems (GDS), and central reservation systems (CRS). Confirmation and Follow-Up: Sending confirmation emails or letters to guests upon booking, providing details of their reservation, terms and conditions, and any special requests, and following up to confirm arrangements and address any additional needs or preferences. Customer Relationship Management (CRM): Maintaining guest profiles and contact information in the reservation system, tracking guest preferences, past stays, and feedback to personalize service and enhance the guest experience. Training and Supervision: Training and supervising reservation staff, including reservation agents, coordinators, and assistants, providing guidance, support, and performance feedback to ensure high standards of service and professionalism. Collaboration with Other Departments: Collaborating with other departments such as front office, sales, marketing, and revenue management to align reservation strategies with overall business objectives, promote cross-selling opportunities, and optimize guest satisfaction and revenue generation. Quality Assurance: Ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance with company policies, brand standards, and industry regulations in all reservation-related activities, conducting periodic audits or quality checks to identify and address any issues or discrepancies.