Concierge Agent

Company DescriptionFairmont The Palm is a luxury, world-class resort located on the iconic Palm Jumeirah Island in Dubai. The hotel features 391 guest rooms and suites with dedicated Fairmont Gold rooms and lounge. A total of 11 food and beverage outlets on property offer international dining options including Michelin Guide recommended 2022 and 2023 Little Miss India, Frevo - Brazilian Churrasco experience, Seagrill Bistro, Ba Restaurant and Lounge, Blowfish, Flow Kitchen, The Cigar Room, Vuvuzela and others. Fairmont The Palm also features an expansive pool and beach area with a health club, Willow Stream Spa and the Fairmont Falcons Kids’ Club.Job DescriptionBe knowledgeable about hotel facilities, updated on activities, promotions and happenings in the hotel/city and be able to provide accurate information to guests.Act as an ambassador of the hotel and provide assistance to variety of requests. Expected to make what seem to be impossible and unusual happen.Maintain a network of service providers for the efficient conduct in coordinating guest requirements.Ensure availability of printed materials such as brochures of local attractions, sister hotels, restaurants, city maps, etc. which may be handed over to guests.Manage the facilitation of guest request relating to dining activities (both inside and outside of hotel), shows, recreation, tours, transport, florists, doctor, dentist, child care and any other services which are not available at the hotel.Respond to queries positively.Develop guest preference records and guest history.Follow through all endorsements at the concierge and ensure completion.Ensure that all luggage, messages, parcels, etc. are handled, delivered, retrieved or stored efficiently.Be transparent and responsible on matters involving finances.Maintain absolute integrity and trustworthiness in the team.Promote and follow a safe work environment.Promote and lead a service driven, results driven work environment.Follow departmental SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedures) including all safety policies.Other duties as assigned.QualificationsPassion for guest serviceExcellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.Highly organized, results-oriented with the ability to be flexible and work well under pressureStrong interpersonal and problem solving abilities. Highly responsible & reliable.Fluency in English, secondary language preferred.Minimum of 1 year previous experience in a customer service industry.Must have the ability to handle a multitude of tasks and Guest requests.Computer proficiency in a Windows environment (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).Knowledge of Micros-Fidelio Property Management System an asset.Ability to work cohesively with fellow colleagues as part of a team.Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times.Additional InformationVisa Requirements: Please note that you must be eligible to live and work in Dubai.Why work for Accor?We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.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! #BELIMITLESS