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Area Reservations Agent

  1. The Vanderbilt
Company Description

The Vanderbilt, Auberge Collection is a former mansion-turned-storied 33-room luxury resort located in downtown Newport. Originally built in 1908 by scion Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt, the property is the coastal city’s social hub and a vibrant, historic gem waiting to be explored. Brimming with alluring eccentricities, the mansion has been meticulously restored to its glory, boasting elegant fireplaces and museum-quality artwork in the welcoming lobby entrance, Mezzanine and Parlor Room. Dining options include The Dining Room at the Vanderbilt, which features a forward-thinking menu of coastal New England classics, The Living Room, offering light bites and bar favorites, and The Conservatory, where guests can dine indoors as well as outdoors on the Garden Terrace. Guests can also enjoy evening drinks at the popular rooftop bar, The Roof Deck, which offers sweeping views of Newport Harbor. The Vanderbilt presents a spa and fitness center with indoor and outdoor pools, as well as a variety of local experiences, such as sailing journeys on the Newport coast, private culinary classes, and more.    


For more information: auberge.com/vanderbilt/
Follow The Vanderbilt on Facebook and Instagram @VanderbiltAuberge


Job Description

Embark on an extraordinary journey as a Reservations Agent across The Vanderbilt, Mayflower Inn & Spa, White Barn Inn, and Wildflower Farms, where your role transcends boundaries and becomes a captivating symphony of hospitality. As the orchestrator of reservations for multiple properties, you'll weave a tapestry of opulence, seamlessly curating bespoke experiences for our discerning guests across diverse destinations. Your commitment to excellence will unfold on a grand scale, ensuring that each reservation reflects the pinnacle of luxury unique to each property. With grace and sophistication, you'll be the luminary guiding our guests through a world of refined choices, transforming reservations into harmonious preludes to unforgettable stays. Join us in crafting a narrative of unparalleled elegance and distinction across a spectrum of luxurious destinations within our illustrious portfolio.

  • Creating a genuine, informative, and personalized guest resort reservations experience by accurately inputting guest contact information. Adding information to guest history such as; previous stay experience, special occasions, preferences, and other pertinent information.
  • Responding to guests’ inquiries regarding room reservations, availability, general questions about accommodations, pricing, and special offers.
  • Maintaining complete knowledge of the resorts and other information including the following:
    • All resort facilities/services offered and hours of operation
    • All accommodations, layout, décor, attributes and locations
    • All studio rates, special packages and promotions
    • All spa treatments and offerings, their benefits and costs
    • Daily stats, including availability
    • Entertainment/special events scheduled on property and in the area
    • Directions to the resort from airports and other major landmarks
    • General info, descriptions and directions for local services, restaurants, wineries and points of interests.
  • Assisting and ensuring effective guest challenge resolution. Working closely with fellow guest service team members and other departments to resolve any challenges; ensure follow-through and exceed guest expectations when possible.
  • Ensuring that all billing and financial transactions are accurately and efficiently executed on behalf of guests.
  • Upselling services and offerings as appropriate, ensuring that each guest is fully educated about the resorts’ offerings.

Qualifications

  • Two years in a hospitality, spa, or reservations position, preferably at a luxury resort.
  • Ability to create professional business letter correspondence.
  • Must possess gracious people and sales skills, excellent phone manner and ability to engage in a positive manner with each and every guest.
  • Ability to work cohesively with other departments and co-workers as part of a team.

Additional Information

About Auberge Collection
Auberge Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences and private clubs. While each property is unique, all share a crafted approach to luxury and bring the soul of the locale to life through captivating design, exceptional cuisine, innovative wellbeing, and gracious yet unobtrusive service. With 30 one-of-a-kind hotels, resorts, and residences, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in some of the world’s most desirable destinations.

For more information: auberge.com

Connect with Auberge Collection on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and LinkedIn @Auberge and #AlwaysAuberge

About Friedkin
Friedkin is a privately held family of global brands spanning automotive, entertainment, hospitality, investments, and sports.

Founded in 1969 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, the company is led by Chief Executive Dan Friedkin, and united by a mission to build breakthrough brands that redefine the status quo.

The Friedkin portfolio includes Gulf States Toyota, 30WEST, Accelerated Solutions Group, AS Roma, Ascent Automotive Group, Auberge Collection, Congaree, Copilot Capital, Diamond Creek, Everton Football Club, GSFSGroup, Imperative Entertainment, Legendary Expeditions, NEON, Northside Lexus, Pursuit Sports, The Friedkin Group International, USAL and Westside Lexus.

For more information, please visit www.friedkin.com

Vanderbilt Hotel LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. Vanderbilt Hotel LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Vanderbilt Hotel LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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