As a Reservation Officer, you will be responsible for managing the entire booking process from initial inquiry to guest check-in, ensuring accuracy, maximizing revenue opportunities, and delivering exceptional guest service. You will maintain strong and professional communication with guests and internal departments to ensure a seamless and efficient reservation experience.
Key Responsibilities:
Reservation Management
- Manage the full reservation process from initial inquiry to guest check-in across all distribution channels in a timely and professional manner.
- Maintain accurate booking records in the system to ensure data integrity and proper inventory control.
- Identify upselling opportunities to increase total booking revenue.
- Coordinate all necessary details with the Operations teams to ensure smooth arrival arrangements.
Guest Communication
- Provide clear, prompt, and personalized communication with guests throughout the booking journey.
- Maintain proactive pre-arrival communication to ensure all arrangements are confirmed and the check-in experience is smooth.
- System & Administration
- Prepare and maintain accurate reservation data and reports to support management decisions and revenue optimization.
- Reconcile OTA bookings regularly to ensure booking accuracy and prevent discrepancies.
Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years of experience in Reservations, preferably in luxury villas, boutique hotels, or high-end hospitality.
- Proficient in Property Management Systems (such as VHP, GuestPro) and familiar with OTA extranets.
- Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken.
- Highly detail-oriented, well-organized, and capable of managing multiple bookings simultaneously with strong accuracy.
- Proactive and solution-oriented, with the ability to take initiative and ownership of responsibilities.
- Strong teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
- Excellent time-management skills and the ability to perform well under pressure.
- Join Lifestyle Retreats and be part of a passionate team dedicated to redefining luxury and creating unforgettable experiences for our guests.