Reservationist (KwaZulu-Natal, Hluhluwe)

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• +- 2 Years experience as a reservationist
• Experience working with OPERA Cloud
• Excellent verbal and written, telephonic communication skills.
• Excellent command of English, multilingual proficiency beneficial.
• Strong organizational skills, time management and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in computer software, including reservation systems and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work accurately in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Problem-solving abilities.
• Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and varied shifts.
• Needs to show initiative and work independently.
• Self-disciplined and motivated
• Team player with a positive attitude

Duties and Responsibilities

• Handle customer inquiries and reservations via phone, email, and in-person
• Written communication and correspondence for all inquiries
• Assist customers in choosing the right services or accommodations based on their needs.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date reservation records including but not limited to attaching travel agent vouchers to bookings, maintaining guest profiles etc.
• Confirm and modify reservations as requested by customers including but not limited to following up, securing guarantees / releasing all bookings made.
• Provide information about rates, availability, and special packages.
• Process payments and provide receipts
• Managing OTA Bookings
• Balancing inventory
• Collaborate with other team members to ensure a seamless customer experience.
• Resolve customer complaints and issues in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Carrying out of additional duties as requested
• Preparing for group bookings such as preparing rooming lists, collecting payments, etc
• Adhere to company policies and procedures.