Job Description

Company Description

Mercure Chennai Sriperumbudur


Hotel for travellers looking for local and authentic experiences


Mercure Chennai Sriperumbudur, the only international brand in Sriperumbudur-Oragadam industrial area and automobile hub. It is a 45-min drive from Chennai airport, and Mahindra world city and just 29 mins from Marimalai Nagar. The hotel features an all-day dining restaurant with alfresco, multiple meeting spaces, a fitness center, travel desk and entertainment facilities. This hotel, located opposite to Apollo Tyres, is also in close proximity to major corporations & IT companies.


Singaperumal Koil and Chengalpattu industrial areas are in vicinity. Kanchipuram famous for its historic temples and Kanjeevaram sarees, Mahabalipuram for its historic monuments and beaches are within an hour drive. Guests can visit historical monuments at Mahabalipuram, the famous Ekambareshva and Kailasanatha temple at Kanchipuram amongst many others. Chennai city Centre is easily accessible to guests via the highway.

Primary Responsibilities

Responsible for the smooth functioning and for the satisfactory rooming and welfare of all guests of Mercure Chennai Sriperumbudur. Responsible for Reception, Concierge operations, Hospitality and Cashier. Liaise with different departments for smooth and coordinated work. Ensure cleanliness of all areas under the Front Office viz., Lobby, corridors, main staircase and drive away. Ensure to interact with the guests & enable the team to understand guest requirements.

Operational Management

Adhere to the Standard Operating Procedures & policies. Check outstanding of in-house guests on a daily basis. To check whether the following records are kept in order and up to date. "C" forms Reception / Information Log Book Ensure that all mail and messages awaiting arrival of incoming guests are promptly delivered. Ensure all V.V.I.P room inspection in coordination with House Keeping Department. Ensure that newspapers and parcels are delivered in the rooms without delay. To be readily available at all times to deal with problems or complaints. Ensure effective and speedy check-in & check-out facilities. Deal with the inquiries and complaints of the Guests tactfully and initiate follow-up action. Conduct briefing for all associate team members.

Qualifications

Diploma in Tourism / Hospitality Management Minimum 1-2 years of relevant experience in a similar capacity Excellent reading, writing and oral proficiency in English language Ability to speak other languages and basic understanding of local languages will be an advantage Good working knowledge of MS Excel, Word, & PowerPoint

Additional Information

Competencies

Strong leadership, interpersonal and training skills Results and service oriented with an eye for details Ability to multi-task, work well in stressful & high-pressure situations * A team player & builder