Job Information
Marriott Switchboard Operator in London, United Kingdom
Job Number 24111596
Job Category Rooms & Guest Services Operations
Location Sheraton Grand London Park Lane, Piccadilly, London, London, United Kingdom
Schedule Full-Time
Located Remotely? N
Relocation? N
Position Type Non-Management
We are hiring a Switchboard Operator for our Guest Service Centre !
Based at The Sheraton Grand London Park Lane Hotel - a Grand Experience Crafted in Mayfair.
Rewards for work…. Benefits for your lifestyle
Part of Marriott International, the largest hospitality brand in the world - this means national and internal promotion opportunities for the right candidates. The sky is your limit here
World class training and development programmes tailored to enhancing your skills and help you grow within the Marriott family.
Work alongside some amazing talent - award winning, experienced hospitality professionals
Discounted room nights & food and beverage - because your well-being means so much
Complimentary laundry, free meals on duty
Access to fabulous and flexible benefits to help you in and out of work.
POSITION SUMMARY
Answer, record, log, and process all guest calls, requests, questions, or concerns.
Operate telephone switchboard station. Process guest requests for wake-up calls, screening calls, do not disturb, call forwarding, conference calls, TDD relay calls, and non-registered guest calls. Advise guest of any messages received.
Monitor busy or unanswered lines, check back with callers on hold to update status, and offer to take a message.
Receive, record, and relay messages accurately, completely, and legibly. Activate/deactivate guest room message lights as appropriate.
Instruct guests on how to access the internet; transfer guests with problems to provider's customer support line.
Test communications equipment to ensure it works properly.
Respond to special requests from guests with unique needs.
Contact appropriate individual or department as necessary to resolve guest call, request, or problem.
Follow up with guests to ensure their requests or problems have been met to their satisfaction.
Follow all company policies and procedures; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets. Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards; anticipate and address guests’ service needs; assist individuals with disabilities; thank guests with genuine appreciation. Speak with others using clear and professional language; answer telephones using appropriate etiquette. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support team to reach common goals. Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards. Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time. Enter and locate information using computers and/or POS systems. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.
Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.
When you join the Sheraton family, you become a member of its global community. We’ve been a place to gather and connect since 1937. At Sheraton, associates create a sense of belonging in more than 400 communities around the world. We invite, we welcome, and we connect guests through engaging experiences and thoughtful service. If you’re a team player who is excited to deliver a meaningful guest experience, we encourage you to explore your next career opportunity with Sheraton. Join us on our mission to be ‘The World’s Gathering Place’. In joining Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.