Reservations Agent

**Copthorne Hotel Manchester** is seeking a **Reservations Agent **who will be responsible for handling all room reservation requests to the required standard, maintain accurate and complete records of all reservations and maximise revenue potential for the hotel.

**The Reservations Agent Key Responsibilities will include**:

- Being knowledgeable in the operation, functionality and standards required in using the OPERA reservations system.
- Adhering to the Minimum Rate/Minimum Stay Selling strategies, where required, as implemented by the IDEAL Yield Management System, whilst always attempting to gain the highest possible revenue advantage for the hotel based on the agreed strategy.
- Inputting Reservations into the OPERA reservations system, ensuring all details are accurate and complete in line with the agreed departmental standard.
- Maintaining accurate filing systems for all correspondence within the department and ensure all filing is completed daily.
- Working closely with the Front Office team and supporting them with the provision of up to date, accurate details of reservations.

**The Experience & Qualifications for a Reservations Agent**:

- Previous experience as a Reservations Agent or Receptionist
- Knowledge of a computerised Property Management System, e.g., OPERA
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent written and communication and the ability to communicate effectively
- Confident individual who is adept in prioritising and managing multiple tasks simultaneously
- Ability to take the initiative and deal with unexpected situations and last minute changes
- Ability to deal with sensitive and confidential data appropriately complying with GDPR requirements
- Enthusiastic, self-motivated, proactive, resourceful with excellent attention to detail
- Demonstrate excellent presentation, negotiation and communication skills with the guests and other hotel departments
- A team player
- Have the ability to work to a high standard in a fast paced environment

**About the Hotel**

The Copthorne Hotel Manchester sits peacefully on the attractive Salford Quays waterfront and is within easy reach of MediaCityUK. The hotel offers modern guest rooms with a choice of Standard, Club or Suite accommodation. The Clippers Brasserie offers a traditional menu with views over Salford Quays. The Clippers Bar serves hearty pub food throughout the day with pre-dinner and pre-match drinks available.

**About the Group**

Millennium Hotels and Resorts owns and operates a portfolio of over 120 hotels worldwide. In Europe, our 21 hotels provide the perfect gateway to explore landmark locations, with many iconic attractions and business hubs close by.

Properties under the group are placed into four collections; Leng’s Collection, M Social Collection, Millennium Collection and Copthorne Collection. Each collection has its own distinct personality, character and clearly defined hotel brands within it; tailored to suit different types of guests

**For you**

We offer a benefits package including:

- Cash Health Plan cover option
- Career development pathways and regular salary reviews
- Employee Discounted Accommodation and F&B discounts worldwide
- Life Assurance, where applicable
- Apprenticeship/Placement/Training opportunities
- Meals Provided on Duty
- Free/subsidised car parking
- Social Events, Wellbeing and Team Activities
- Uniform
- Length of Service related holiday scheme
- Recommend a Friend Scheme, where eligible

and many more

We are an equal opportunities employer.

**To apply**:
**Benefits**:

- Free or subsidised travel

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: RES_AGENT