Room Service - Order Taker

Company Description

Swissotel Al Ghurair & Swissotel Living Al Ghurair Hotel is a 620-room-and-suite upper upscale property. Catering for both business and leisure clientele. The hotel is located in Deira in the heart of Dubai and within easy reach of major tourist landmarks, leisure destinations and city services. It is linked to the Al Ghurair Shopping Centre, only 3 stops away on the Dubai Metro from the Dubai World Trade Centre and a 10-minute drive from Dubai International Airport.

Job Description

Passionate about the Food & Beverage, you will be an ambassador for the exceptional service and cuisine that are hallmarks of our food & beverage experience. As a Room Service Order taker, you will coordinate all service requirements addressed to Room Service and ensure their immediate action, aiming for the highest possible guest satisfaction.

What’s In It For You

• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide
• Learning programs through our Academies
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
  
  

What You Will Be Doing

• Directly involved in the order taking and order placing process while dealing with guest requests and orders, courteously, efficiently and promptly.
• Attends all meetings and briefing sessions to maintain open communication within the assigned team.
• Knows all menus and ongoing promotions in the outlet by heart and gives recommendations to guests upon request.
• To promote efficiency, confidence, courtesy and an extremely high standard of social skills.
• Refers guest complaints directly to the immediate person in-charge / Room Service Manager.
• Assures the well-being of all guests by maintaining a close and friendly, yet discrete contact.
• Observes the cleanliness and maintenance of the assigned Room Service area and operating equipment.
• Works (hands on) with the team to prepare the daily service mise en place.
• Takes reservations for other outlets during break times, if the situation requires.
• Performs cashier duties, if the situation calls for.
• To report any equipment failures/problems to the Maintenance Department.
  
  

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities
• Highly responsible & reliable
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times
• Experience in the field is a strong asset
  
  

Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to):

• Constant standing and walking throughout shift
• Occasional kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting
• Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps
  
  

Additional Information

Visa Requirements

Please note that you must be eligible to live and work in Dubai. Swissotel Al Ghurair & Swissotel Living Al Ghurair will cover visa costs and flights for selected candidates from place of origin.

Our Commitment To Diversity & Inclusion

We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Why work for Accor?

Guided by our purpose “Pioneering the Art of Responsible Hospitality, Connecting Cultures, with Heartfelt Care.” we empower every team member to bring their passion and creativity to life.

At Accor, we believe that hospitality is a work of heart. We understand the ways in which individual passion for our work and a shared sense of accomplishment create a more rewarding experience for our guests. We foster this culture through a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the contribution of each and every member of our team. We are committed to taking positive action in terms of business ethics and integrity, responsible tourism, sustainable development, community outreach, and diversity and inclusion. With an expansive portfolio of iconic hotels and brands, Accor offers boundless opportunities for career advancement and professional development across the globe.

Joining the team where you can be all you are, grow and create your path, work with purpose, and enjoy and feel valued.

By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/

Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #HOSPITALITY IS A WORK OF HEART