Central Services Representative

-In a friendly, efficient and professional manner perform PBX duties such as but not limited to: Coordinate/process hotel room reservations; answer incoming/outgoing telephone calls Receive internal and external calls in order to answer questions, direct calls or provide general information, transfer calls to appropriate guest rooms, staff or departments; record and relay complete and accurate messages for hotel guests; offer a variety of services to accommodate guests; handle guest requests, complaints or service recovery issues, communicate complaints to appropriate department/manager.
-Maintain strong knowledge of the hotel property management system and how to use the system to maximize hotel revenues.
-Communicate on a daily basis with the central services manager, central services lead and front desk supervisor, to stay informed on all guest related issues.
-Sell rooms as needed to reach occupancy goals.
-Maintain a clean, safe, hazard-free work environment within areas of responsibility.
-Resolve problems/conflict in a professional, diplomatic and tactful manner; maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
-Make quick decisions in a fast past environment.
-Adhere to departmental procedures, safety rules and health regulations.
-Communicate with area hotels to establish occupancy, rates and up-selling opportunities.
-Utilize approved ways of improving guest satisfaction and work applications.
-Request supervisor assistance when needed.
-Participate in Laguna Development Corporation meetings and events as scheduled.
-Cooperate with the TGRA to ensure compliance with all rules and regulations established within the gaming operation.
-Follow selling strategies to insure maximum occupancy within designated market segments.
-Build relationships and loyalty with guests both in person and on the phone through sincere and meaningful interactions (e.g., learn guests' names and preferences; connect with them individually and professionally; smile; make eye contact and verbally greet guests from arrival to the property through departure; and provide fast and friendly service to guests).
-Be a team player (e.g., work toward team goals and foster a collaborative and positive work environment; put the team first; assist coworkers; treat all coworkers with kindness, courtesy and respect; never engage in negativity; maintain openness to coaching, learning and improving; receptive to change and willingness to embrace challenges with team-spirit).
-Develop a thorough knowledge of hotel staff, services, room locations, room types and rates, group business, amenities, and surroundings, hours of operation for hotel and casino, providing accurate directions and information for guest inquiries about promotions and special events.
-At all times maintain a courteous, positive and professional working relationship with all LDC personnel and the general public (e.g., coworkers, clients and vendors).
-Work under pressure; maintain regular and punctual attendance including working odd and unusual hours, weekends and holidays.
-Work with the Security department in emergency situations. Demonstrate a complete understanding of all emergency procedures and is able to implement these procedures immediately if a situation should arise (bomb scares, emergency evacuation, etc.).
-Receive and record wake-up call requests. Perform wake-up calls in a timely manner.
-Knowledgeable with the Players Club and encourages all guest to utilize this service.
-May cross train with the Front Office and assist when necessary.
Perform additional duties and responsibilities as necessary or assigned