FOOM- Finals Quiz 1 Flashcards
the most important visitor on our premises. He is not dependent on us.
customer
T/F: We are independent from our customers.
F (independent- dependent)
He is not an interruption in our work. He is the purpose of it. He is not an outsider on our business.
customer
T/F: Customers are the purpose of our work. They are an outsider on our business.
F (an outsider- not an outsider)
play a vital role in presenting a strong customer service front.
reservation personnel
the first point of contact for guests, whether that is over the telephone, in person or by mail.
reservation staff
the ___ established by reservation staff at this stage is very important.
rapport
examples of common accommodation amrkets:
- holiday makers
- business travelers
- families
- honeymooners
- groups
- backpackers
Traits needed to prosper in reservation field:
- provide timely service
- be approachable
- listen to customers
- provide security
- provide honest info
responsibilities of reservation team:
- sell core accommodation products
- forecast demand
- manage occupancy
- establish rates
- create promotional plans
You may receive an inquiry in different ways:
- phone
- walk-in clients
- letter
Always answer the call by stating the following:
- time of day
- department
- name
- offer assistance
info needed to determine availability:
- date of stay
- no. of people
- reason of visit (corporate/ leisure)
this is important to help you choose what suits your potential client well and to offer what is best for them at a reasonable price.
determine availability
reservation process:
- receive the inquiry
- determine availability
- explain and sell
- record information
- confirm details