In-room Dining Order Taker

2 weeks ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Marriott International, Inc Full time

Job Number

Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary

Location The Westin Cape Town, Convention Square, Cape Town, South Africa, South Africa VIEW ON MAP

Schedule Full-Time

Located Remotely? N

Relocation? N

Position Type Non-Management

Function


As an In-Room Dining Service Order Taker you are responsible to co-ordinate all service requirements addressed to In-Room Dining department, Primarily responsible for guest orders from room or pool area via phone or any other ordering devices like mobile apps, etc.

Assist the F&B Management team with achieving high scores on guest satisfaction surveys, recognizing repeat guests and following standard procedures.


Required Experience & Qualifications

  • 1 to 2 years' experience in similar role in a full service hotel preferred
  • Ability to communicate with the guests and anticipate their needs.
  • Ability to smile and diffuse anger naturally.
  • Have an enthusiastic and positive personality.
  • Profound knowledge of customer service and of all beverage products and services.
  • Education: Hotel Management diploma holder or similar qualification.

Key Responsibilities

  • Responsible for answering all telephone calls and prioritizing said calls.
  • Punches the food and beverage orders on to the Point of Sales systems like Micros POS.
  • Coordinate guest amenities and organizes guest table pickups on completion of meals in a timely manner.
  • Should have very good telephone etiquettes.
  • Directly involved in the order taking and order placing process while dealing with guest requests and orders, courteously, efficiently and promptly.
  • Should have good knowledge of room service menu's and ongoing promotions in other F&B outlet.
  • Should be able to provide recommendations and suggestions to guests upon request.
  • Be knowledgeable of all services, facilities and products offered by the hotel.
  • Consider the satisfaction of all guests by ensuring prompt, courteous and efficient service at all times.
  • Display excellent conversation skills and selling techniques at all times.
  • Pay attention to guest orders, and know the menu thoroughly.
  • Write down all information's clearly. Highlight special requests.
  • Communicate with the kitchen regarding menu questions, the length of wait, recook orders, and product availability.
  • Approximate delivery time is given to the guest according to this time evaluation system established by the Outlet Manager and the Sous Chef.
  • If the order has not been sent up by this time, a call must be placed to the guest to apologies and reevaluate the delivery time.
  • Ensure correct posting in POS system for communication to the service and kitchen department.
  • Able to perform all duties and tasks per the tasks required at the outlet.
  • Assist the department to drive guest satisfaction by providing consistent guest experiences.
  • Coordinate with Room Service Waiter/ Waitress, Captains & Minibar Attendant.
  • Report positive and constructive guest feedback to the manager.
  • Promptly handle guest queries, complaints and all issues in a professional manner.
  • Have the knowledge and understanding to explain and perform upselling all items offered by the department assigned as well as offering alternatives or suggestions to guests.
  • Ensure proper handover is given to the next shift and also to the IRD manager.
  • Report cleanliness and maintenance issues to the immediate supervisor
  • Assist in carrying out scheduled inventories of products and operating equipment.
  • Ensure that the place of work and surrounding area is kept clean and organized at all times.
  • Ensure proper appearance and grooming while on duty.
  • Perform any other assigned reasonable duties and responsibilities as assigned.
  • Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, peoplefirst culture. We are committed to nondiscrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law._


At Westin, we are committed to empowering the well-being of our guests by providing a refreshing environment, thoughtful amenities, and revitalizing programming to help ensure that they leave feeling better than when they arrived.

We recognize that travel can be disruptive to our guests' well-being, and we're energized to assist as partners in helping them maintain control and soaring above it all while on the road.

Everything we do is designed to help guests be at their best, and they appreciate our supportive attitude, anticipatory service and extensive knowledge on how to best assist them throughout their stay.

We are looking for dynamic people who are excited to join the team and ready to jump into any situation to give a helping hand.

If you're someone who has is positive, adaptable and intuitive, and has a genuine interest in the well-being of others around you, we invite you to discover how at Westin, toge

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