Reservations Specialist (Agent)

The Reservations Specialist Agent is to answer telephone inquiries in a friendly and courteous manner, and employ sales techniques in order to secure and process reservations for guest accommodations in a timely manner consistent with our high standards of quality. The incumbent is authorized to take reasonable action necessary to carry out assigned duties and responsibilities, provided such action is consistent with position guidelines as outlined below or though the exercise of sound, reasonable judgement and initiative in the performance of job responsibilities. Position guidelines include, but are not limited to, established company and department policies and procedures and all supervisory directives.Summary of essential duties:1. Handles individual phone reservations2. Greet prospective guests in a friendly manner using clear, verbal communication3. Inputs and retrieves date using knowledge of the computer reservations system.4. Assigns reservations based on guest preferences and availability.6. Provides accurate and prompt information regarding availability7. Assists Reservation Manager on any project needed.8. Handles complaint in a tactful manner and negotiate resolutions9. Answer questions regarding hotel facilities and services, local attractions, directions, etc.10. Sends confirmation and hotel information packets upon guest requests.11. Even out room types as needed.12. Charge 72hour deposits in a timely manner.13. Accept and review third party reservations.14. Follow the reservations department checklist.15. Cross sell the Moody Gardens Attractions and the Moody Gardens Golf Course.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Handle individual phone reservationsGreet prospective guests in a friendly manner using clear, verbal communicationInput and retrieve dates using knowledge of the computer reservations systemAssign reservations based on guest preferences and availabilityProvide accurate and prompt information regarding availabilityAssist Reservation Manager on any project neededHandle complaints in a tactful manner and negotiate resolutionsAnswer questions regarding hotel facilities and services, local attractions, directions, etc.Send confirmation and hotel information packets upon guest requestsEven out room types as neededCharge 72 hour deposits in a timely mannerAccept and review third party reservationsFollow the reservations department checklistCross sell the Moody Gardens Attractions and the Moody Gardens Golf CourseAny and all other duties as assigned; duties are subject to change as management deems necessary to best serve the needs of Moody GardensEDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:High School diploma preferredCall center experience preferredREQUIRED SKILLS:Educational/Experience RequirementsHigh School diploma preferredComputer literate preferredCall center experience preferredElegant phone voice preferredMultitasking skills preferredPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Must be able to sit for long periods of timeAbility to work in a confined space #J-18808-Ljbffr Moody-Gardens,-Inc.-Resort-and-Attractions