Reservations & Events Manager

Do you want to Be A Part of something unique?
We are a boutique lifestyle hotel based in the cultural, creative and trendy scene of Shoreditch and we are currently on the hunt for a dynamic and charismatic Reservations & Events Manager!
Our team strives to be friendly, supportive and inclusive and we are always looking for people who live and breathe these values.
Your role as a Reservations & Events Manager..
Ensure the efficient and smooth day to day management of the Reservations & Events department
Work with the Commercial Director & Sales & Marketing Manager to ensure that the Occupancy levels & Average Room rate are maximised through the delivery of the hotels pricing policies and business strategies for all segments
Manage the overall reservation functions to maintain the highest possible room occupancy
Monitor & develop a quality Reservations service to be offered to all customers
Support on day to day Individual Reservations by processing reservations, answer all inbound calls, emails and general enquiries
Thorough knowledge of OnQ PMS and responsibility to ensure the system is well maintained and the most up to date information is loaded into it
Ensure that all team members are at all times aware of hotels packages and offerings to market
Determine from reservations any sales lead for future business and ensure these are followed up within the Commercial team
Maximise all Group, Conference, and Event revenue opportunities
Accurate administration and control of all Groups, Conference & Events related reservations and blocks
Meet & greet nominated conference contact or organizer to check on their satisfaction and the setup of the meeting rooms on the day of the event
Conduct show rounds for customers in line with the company policy
Send accurate groups & events proposal in line with hotel requirements
Ensure that all BEOs are created with accuracy along with all the event planning and handed over to all Operations teams on a weekly for the following week plus any last minute event
Ensure reservations are taken accurately & traces are in place for front office to follow up as required
Maintain the in-house reservations systems; check duplicate corporate and agencies profiles; create new profiles / master when needed, link the production to accurate corporate profiles
Day-to day team management of Reservations & Events Agent with continuous development and structuring of the role
Your rewards..
28 days holidays increasing with length of service
Discounted rates in Hilton hotels with Go Hilton team member and Friends & Family program
Access to Perks at Work with amazing discounts and collection of points on online stores
Companys Pension
Meals on duty with e-vouchers
Discounts on F&B outlets
Access to Employee Assistance Program
Life Assurance
Recommend a Friend Scheme
Most importantly: Trainings to get started and continue to grow and loads of opportunities to progress
A bit about you..
Previous experience within the hotel industry is required
Previous experience with Delphi mandatory
Previous experience with OnQ PMS is a plus
High level of IT proficiency
Great interpersonal and communication skills
Accountable and resilient
Commitment to delivering a high level of customer service
Ability to work under pressure
Flexibility to respond to a variety of work situations
Ability to work on your own and as part of a team
About Curio Collection by Hilton Hotels
Hiltons Curio Collection brand appeals to travellers seeking one-of-a-kind discoveries and authentic experiences. Each Curio Collection by Hilton hotel is part of the destination it calls home authentically embodying the distinct culture and spirit of the community in which they reside.
In line with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, we do require all applicants to have the eligibility to live and work in the United Kingdom. Documentation will be required at interview stage.
Looking forward to receiving your application!

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