
Telephone Operator
Company: Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Sector: Telecommunication SaveAbout the job
As a Telephone Operator at Fairmont Doha, you’ll serve as the welcoming voice of the hotel – handling both internal and external communications with warmth, professionalism, and grace. You’ll facilitate guest service requests, ensure smooth inter-department coordination, manage emergencies, and safeguard guest satisfaction throughout their stay.
Key Responsibilities
- Promptly and courteously handle all incoming calls following established telephone etiquette.
- Log guest inquiries and requests accurately and follow up using systems like Opera PMS and Royal Service Manager
- Monitor and expedite guest requests, liaising with relevant departments to ensure timely delivery
- Serve as the central communication point in emergencies, coordinating responses per hotel safety protocols
- Manage wake-up calls, ensuring both accuracy and punctuality
- Record guest preferences, service interactions, and incidents in the appropriate systems
- Handle in-room dining orders and assist with coordination of guest-facing services as needed
- Uphold guest confidentiality and data privacy at all times
- Take proactive ownership of the guest experience, ensuring satisfaction through attentive communication and resolution
Qualifications
- Prior experience in a frontline role within luxury hotel/s and/or resort/s – Front Office, Royal Services, or Call Centres is a valuable asset
- Excellent written and spoken English. Additional languages are advantageous
- Strong computer literacy, especially with systems like Opera PMS and Royal Service Manager (or equivalent platforms)
- Impeccable telephone etiquette and the ability to remain calm and courteous under pressure
- A genuine passion for exceptional guest service and a track record of surpassing expectations
- Strong multitasking skills, good judgment, and composure in a high-paced environment