Reservations Agent

The Bowery Hotel, a luxury boutique hotel in lower Manhattan, is seeking a full time reservations agent for $25.59 per hour.You will be responsible for taking reservations for room bookings via phone and email; communicating with in-house guests, potential guests, and travel agents; taking room service orders; and assisting guests in general as a member of our Guest Services team. Customer service, personal assisting, travel industry, administration or production experience is a must. Ability to work in a high volume environment with a calm and cool demeanor is essential. This is a position where details matter and communication is key. - Existing Hotel and OPERA property management system experience is very strong plus.- Answering all incoming calls in a promptly, professional and efficient manner.- Attention to detail when entering reservations, noting requests, managing VIP's is crucial.- Entering group rooming lists in accordance with Group Blocks.- Research Daily Arrivals - Communicate with the Front Office, Back of House and Sales Team to ensure streamlined service for all guests.- Processing in-room dining phone orders from in-house guests.- PBX duties - Written communication with guests and potential guests via email- Other duties as assigned. - High School Diploma or equivalent required.- Experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.- College course work in Hotel/Hospitality field helpful.Benefits/Perks of Working with UsThe Bowery Hotel offers a fun and exciting opportunity for the right candidate to work in and learn about the hospitality industry. Employees are offered competitive compensation, career growth opportunities, holiday, sick and vacation pay, health, dental and vision insurance, a 401k plan and discounts at our restaurant Gemma.  {We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.}