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IHG

Global hotel company

Telephone Operator

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
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Bachelor's
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Food Service & HospitalityHotel Guest Services

About the job

Requirements
  • A diploma or degree in Hospitality Management, Tourism, or a related field is an advantage.
  • Previous experience in a Guest Service Center, Telephone Operator, Front Office, or customer service role is preferred.
  • Experience in a five-star or luxury hotel environment is an advantage.
  • Excellent verbal communication skills in English are required; additional languages are an asset.
  • Basic computer literacy and the ability to learn hotel operating systems are required.
  • Strong telephone etiquette, active listening, and interpersonal skills are required.
Responsibilities
  • Answer incoming internal and external telephone calls promptly and professionally, following the hotel's telephone etiquette standards.
  • Handle guest inquiries, transfer calls accurately, and provide relevant information about hotel facilities, services, operating hours, and ongoing promotions.
  • Manage wake-up calls, message taking, call forwarding, and other telephone-related services accurately and efficiently.
  • Record messages completely and deliver them to the appropriate recipients without delay.
  • Handle external callers courteously and direct calls to the relevant departments or colleagues.
  • Receive, record, coordinate, and follow up on guest requests received through telephone calls and other designated communication channels.
  • Coordinate with Housekeeping, Engineering, Room Service, Front Office, Concierge, and other relevant departments to ensure timely service delivery.
  • Monitor pending requests and follow up with responsible departments to ensure completion within established service standards.
  • Communicate updates to guests when necessary and ensure outstanding requests are properly handed over between shifts.
  • Escalate complaints, urgent requests, and service recovery situations to the appropriate supervisor or manager.
  • Deliver personalized, warm, and professional service in every interaction, demonstrating care and commitment to guest satisfaction.
  • Anticipate guest needs and provide clear, accurate, and helpful information.
  • Handle guest complaints and concerns with empathy, patience, and professionalism, taking appropriate action within the scope of authority.
  • Ensure every guest interaction reflects the hotel's brand standards and service culture.
  • Maintain a positive and composed attitude when dealing with demanding situations or high call volumes.

About the company

IHG is a global hospitality company operating and franchising a portfolio of hotel brands. The company supports hotel development, reservations, loyalty programs, revenue management, brand standards, technology, and guest services. It serves travelers, hotel owners, franchisees, corporate clients, loyalty members, and hospitality partners. Its operating model centers on a primarily franchised and managed hotel network connected through brands, distribution, commercial systems, and regional support. Teams work across hotel operations, development, revenue, technology, marketing, loyalty, finance, and owner support. Teams support coordinated daily delivery.

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