At Your Service / Switchboard Agent

AYS / Switchboard - EXPLORE MARRIOTT

Marriott International portfolio of brands includes both JW Marriott and Marriott Hotels.

JW Marriott is part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than 110 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come first. Because if you’re happy, our guests will be happy. It’s as simple as that. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where you’ll be part of a community and enjoy a true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly, a place where you can really pursue your passions in a luxury environment. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take care of our associates. That’s The JW Treatment™.

Grosvenor House Located on Park Lane in the heart of Mayfair, our distinguished 5-star hotel offers exceptional accommodation, epicurean delights and sweeping views over Hyde Park. This grand 5-star hotel celebrated its 90th anniversary in 2019. JW Marriott Grosvenor House London welcomes celebrities, royalty and business leaders to Mayfair throughout its history and continues to do so. London is on the doorstep, the hotel is a stone’s throw from Bond Street, Knightsbridge, Regent Street, Buckingham Palace, V&A, Natural History & Science museums and the West End. Our guests are able to experience modern luxury in a place where they can be mindful and present, and indulge in the inspired service and nourishing surroundings. 
We are currently recruiting for an ambitious and passionate At Your Service / Switchboard operator who strives to provide and inspire incredible guest service that creates truly memorable experiences for our guests. Join our amazing and diverse team and grow your career with Marriott International, the world’s largest and most celebrated hospitality brand. 

What we are looking for

•    An individual with strong interpersonal skills and good people management ability 
•    Being innovative, pro-active and reliable, able to work alone and within a team.
•    Sufficient experience in a similar position 
•    An ambassador who must have a passion for hospitality.

POSITION SUMMARY
A real people person and at ease in building relationships with the hotels high profile guests. The position requires a self-motivator with a positive attitude and an understanding of superior guest satisfaction to ensure the hotel’s internal and external guests are looked after with the highest level of proactive guest service. The At Your Service agent will also; 
•    Answer, record and process all guest requests, questions, or concerns via telephone, email, chat, and mobile communication devices. 
•    Operate telephone switchboard, process guest requests for wake-up calls, and connecting and directing calls to the appropriate extension. 
•    Receive, record, and relay messages accurately and in a timely manner. 
•    Become familiar with our systems where you will log all guest guests requests. 
•    Supply guests with information regarding property amenities, services, room features, and local areas of interest and activities.
•    Assign and ensure work tasks are completed on time and that they meet appropriate quality standards.

CANDIDATE PROFILE
Experience 
•    Previous experience working within a Customer Service environment preferred
Skills and Knowledge
•    Strong Communication skills (verbal, listening, writing)
•    Pro-active and reliable
•    Able to work alone and within a team
Education or Certification
•    Good level of English essential

REWARDS FOR WORK… BENEFITS FOR YOUR LIFESTYLE
As a world-class leader in the travel industry, there’s no better place than Marriott International to make your mark. Joining us, you’ll get to entertain and meet people from all over the world as you build your experience. You’ll find a place where your personality and ideas are appreciated just as much as the work you do. You’ll grow through opportunities to explore the business, opening yourself to various career options. If you have the natural ability to communicate and enjoy working with others, we welcome you to join our global family.
We’ll support you in and out of the workplace by offering:
•    Team-spirited co-workers
•    Encouraging management
•    Wellbeing programs
•    Comprehensive Training and Development program
•    Marriott Discount Card enabling to benefits from hotel room, gift shops and F&B across 130 countries.
•    Recognition programs
•    Meals at work
•    Uniform
•    Enrolment of Perks at Work - Access to unlimited deals of retailers and more
•    20 days holiday increasing with service
•    Cycle to work scheme
•    Pension & Life Assurance
•    Awards and recognition celebrations and many more….
Our highest priority is making you feel as welcome as our guests. We want you to know you’re important to us and that you’ll make an impact in your role, and for that, you’ll be appreciated and valued.
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.