Reservation Agent
About this role
Job Location:
Avani+ Fares Maldives Resort

At Avani, we’re all about finding that perfect balance — between cool and kind, design and function, service and privacy. We’ve built our hotels and resorts around this philosophy: vibrant social spaces that vibe with the day, stylish rooms that simply work, and honest, locally inspired food. We embrace an upbeat service culture that genuinely respects the art of hospitality.
With a growing portfolio across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, Africa, and Australia, Avani is a brand on the move. If you take real pride in the little things — and believe that a warm welcome and a genuine smile make all the difference — you’ll fit right in here.
Minor Hotels is an international hotel owner, operator, and investor with a portfolio of more than 536 hotels in operation. Minor Hotels passionately explores new possibilities in hospitality with a diverse portfolio of properties designed intelligently to appeal to different kinds of travelers, serving new passions as well as personal needs. Through our Anantara, Avani, Oaks, Elewana, Tivoli, NH Hotel Group, Four Seasons, St. Regis, Marriott, and Minor International properties, across Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, the Indian Ocean, Europe, and South America.
Avani Hotels & Resorts is a vibrant upscale brand offering relaxed comfort and contemporary style. Avani was launched in response to an increasingly influential group of discerning travelers who appreciate stylish design and excellent service, but also demand great value. Avani hotels are designed for the way we travel now. And we think it’s all about balance. Balance between coolness and kindness, between design and function, and between service and privacy.
Avani+ is an uplifted extension of the Avani brand with Avani+ Fares being one of few within the brand and is the first such branded resort in the Maldives The resort will have 200 keys and multiple F&B outlets as well as Spa, Recreation Diving and Water Sports Facilities Avani teams pride themselves as Open-minded, Upbeat and Genuine.
- Support the smooth and efficient operation of the Reservations Department.
- Handle reservation inquiries, bookings, amendments, and cancellations promptly and accurately.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of room types, rates, packages, promotions, and resort facilities.
- Maximize revenue through effective upselling and achievement of monthly targets.
- Ensure all reservations are processed accurately in Opera Reservation System (ORS) and PMS.
- Follow all SOPs, hotel policies, and reservation procedures.
- Monitor VIP reservations and ensure guest requests are properly handled.
- Conduct quality checks and follow up on pending reservations, traces, cancellations, and no-shows.
- Maintain excellent guest service and promptly address reservation-related concerns.
- Coordinate effectively with Sales, Front Office, Central Reservations, IT, and other departments.
- Stay informed about market trends, competitors, seasonality, and booking patterns.
- Diploma or degree in Hotel Management, Hospitality, Tourism, or a related field.
- Minimum 1 –2 years of experience in hotel reservations, preferably in a luxury resort or hotel environment.
- Good knowledge of Opera PMS/ORS or other hotel reservation systems.
- Strong understanding of room types, rates, packages, promotions, and booking procedures.
- Excellent English communication and writing skills.
- Good knowledge of Maldives resort operations, tourism market, and seasonality is an advantage.
- Strong customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Good attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple reservations accurately.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
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Company at a glance
Minor Hotels is a global hospitality leader with over 560 hotels and resorts across six continents, a diverse portfolio of F&B businesses and a selection of luxury transportation services. With over four decades of experience, we build stronger brands, foster lasting partnerships, and drive business success by staying focused on what matters most to our guests, team members and partners.
Our diverse hotel brands - from the luxury of Anantara and Tivoli to the vibrant style of Avani and nhow - bring our guests to the most desirable hotel and resort destinations around the world. We also own a collection of related hospitality businesses, including luxury residences, private jets, restaurants and bars, spa and wellness, and river cruises and rail journeys.
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