Reservations Agent

  • The Wickaninnish Inn
  • Front-line
    • Full Time | 
    • Permanent
  • 500 Osprey Lane Tofino, Tofino
  • 2 position available
  • Accessible Employer: Yes
  • Open to International applicants with valid Canadian Work permits: Yes
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Posted on September 27, 2024

Job Description

Join our Front Office Team as a Reservations Agent, where you have the opportunity to learn and grow in a Relais & Chateaux property, also recognized by Forbes, Michelin (Two Keys), AAA 4-Diamond, and T&L’s World’s Best Hotel.

The Reservations Agent works alongside the Reservations Supervisor to be the primary contacts for all room reservations for the Wickaninnish Inn. This position is available on a full-time basis however it can be combined as two part-time positions within the Front Office such as Reservations Agent & Small Groups Coordinator or Guest Service Representative.

Financial Commitment Incentive available.

As a Reservations Agent you will:

• Take and process reservation calls.
• Monitor and respond to all email inquiries.
• Manage the day to day flow of online bookings.
• Facilitate group rooming list entry.
• Ongoing checks for accuracy and guest confirmations.
• Clerical duties such as maintenance of reservations files and day to day operational paperwork are required
• Daily administration tasks such as filing and faxing
• This position will also be expected to assist on the Guest Reception desk in a limited capacity as a Guest Service Representative when necessary
• Some Concierge related tasks

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Our ideal candidate will embody the West Coast culture, while still being committed to the art of hospitality and pursuit of excellence. They will have:

• Exemplary guest service skills and demonstrated willingness to exceed guest expectations
• Superior communication skills
• A calm and capable demeanor
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to multi-task in a high pressure environment, and creative problem solving skills are necessary
• A professionally groomed appearance
• A positive and pro-active attitude
• Minimum 2 years experience in the Service Industry or 1 year of experience in a high-end luxury facility is necessary
• Previous Reservations or Guest Service experience
• A valid Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent an asset
• A desire to contribute exciting and innovative ideas towards the ongoing improvement of the Front Office Department and the Wickaninnish Inn as a whole
• Working knowledge of Maestro, Epitome, Online systems (e.g. Synxis), Pro Salon, Word and Excel an asset

A mutual understanding of your employment duration will be determined during your interview

Salary/Wage

21.00

Other Perks/Benefits

Team Member Benefits: https://www.wickinn.com/about-employment/

Job Application Process

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