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Completing hotel specialist ______ occurred two weeks before starting a trial week at Lesy Hotel.

training

The trial week at Lesy Hotel serves primarily to determine whether a ______ position will be offered to the trainee.

permanent

At Lesy Hotel, the employees, known as the ______, exhibit kindness and are respectful in their interactions with each other.

staff

The hotel's management software, crucial for handling reservations and guest information, is taught by ______.

<p>Maria</p> Signup and view all the answers

A significant aspect of the job that is enjoyed is ______ guests, which involves addressing their needs and ensuring their satisfaction.

<p>serving</p> Signup and view all the answers

Phone duties include handling new reservations, addressing questsions or requests, and processing ______.

<p>cancellations</p> Signup and view all the answers

Creating plans for cleaning rooms is done in collaboration with another ______ member, ensuring all rooms meet the hotel’s standards.

<p>staff</p> Signup and view all the answers

Going above and beyond, the hotel aims to ______ special requests from guests, such as arranging for champagne and flowers in a room to create a romantic atmosphere.

<p>accommodate</p> Signup and view all the answers

Daily tasks includes replacing used towels and ensuring they are sent to the ______ for cleaning.

<p>laundry</p> Signup and view all the answers

A key responsibility involves providing guests with information about local ______, such as museums and parks, which can enhance their visit.

<p>attractions</p> Signup and view all the answers

Future duties may include assisting with hotel ______, such as seminars, conferences, and weddings, providing opportunities to develop event planning skills.

<p>events</p> Signup and view all the answers

To ensure accuracy, it is important to double-check preparations using a detailed ______.

<p>checklist</p> Signup and view all the answers

Effective teamwork involves checking in with team members to make sure that everything is on ______.

<p>track</p> Signup and view all the answers

To maintain cleanliness, a routine task involves wiping down tables and ______ in the dining and event areas.

<p>surfaces</p> Signup and view all the answers

Part of the morning routine is assisting with breakfast setup, which includes arranging decorations, plates, and ______.

<p>cutlery</p> Signup and view all the answers

Mastering every aspect of the job is crucial for creating the perfect guest experience in the field of ______.

<p>hospitality</p> Signup and view all the answers

The hotel’s management software provides access to several features, including room ______, which involves assigning specific rooms to guests.

<p>assignments</p> Signup and view all the answers

When the hotel is not fully booked, there is ample ______ to complete tasks carefully and thoroughly, ensuring high-quality service.

<p>time</p> Signup and view all the answers

George exemplifies helpfulness and ______, contributing positively to the hotel’s atmosphere.

<p>politeness</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ______ is very welcoming, ensuring the trainee feels like part of the team and supported in their new role.

<p>kitchen</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Training

Learning skills to do a job.

Staff

People working together in a place.

Expertise

Special skill in a specific area.

Reservations

Arrangements to keep a place/service.

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Assign

Provide someone a task.

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Accommodate

Fulfill someone's needs/wishes.

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Replace

Remove something and put something else in its place.

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Attractions

Places people like to visit.

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Hospitality

Friendly behavior towards guests.

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Hotel Management Software

Software used to manage reservations, room assignments, billing, and guest information.

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Daily Hotel Responsibilities

Tasks such as arranging rooms, updating details and answering phones.

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Accommodating Special Requests

To make sure that customers' needs are met.

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Towels and Linens

Replacing used items and sending them to be cleaned.

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Recommending Local Attractions

Providing information on interesting places for tourists to visit.

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Breakfast Setup

The setup of decorations, plates, and cutlery.

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Assisting Guests at Breakfast

Helping guests with their needs during breakfast service.

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Perfecting Details

Paying attention to every small aspect of the guest experience.

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Study Notes

  • Completed hotel specialist training two weeks prior to starting a trial week at Lesy Hotel.
  • The trial week will determine if a permanent position is offered.
  • Staff are kind and respectful.
  • George is polite and helpful.
  • Training is provided by various hotel employees.
  • Maria is training staff to use the hotel's management software, which gives access to:
    • Reservations
    • Room assignments
    • Billing
    • Guest information
  • Serving guests is a favorite part of the job.
  • Room assignments and updating details are part of the job.
  • The hotel isn't fully booked, allowing time to complete tasks carefully.
  • Answering phones to address guests' questions/requests, new reservations, and cancellations is part of the job.
  • Plans for cleaning rooms are created with another staff member.
  • Housekeeping is part of the job.
  • Special guest requests are accommodated.
    • An example is champagne and flowers delivered to a room for a romantic evening.
  • Used towels are replaced and sent to the laundry.
  • The initial days at the hotel have been positive.
  • The staff in the kitchen is welcoming.
  • Information about local attractions is provided to guests, many of whom are tourists.
  • Assisting with events like seminars, conferences, and weddings is a potential future responsibility.
  • There is excitement about getting more involved in planning events.
  • Double-checking preparations using a checklist is part of the job.
  • Team members are checked in with to confirm that everything is on track.
  • Tables and surfaces are wiped down.
  • The next morning, there is help with breakfast setup.
  • The breakfast setup includes decorations, plates, and cutlery.
  • During breakfast service, guests are assisted with their needs.
  • Mastering details creates the perfect guest experience in hospitality.

Vocabulary

  • Training: Learning skills to do a job.
  • Staff: People working together in a place.
  • Expertise: Special skill in a specific area.
  • Reservations: Arrangements to keep a place/service.
  • Assign: Provide someone a task.
  • Accommodate: Fulfill someone's needs/wishes.
  • Replace: Remove something and put something else in its place.
  • Attractions: Places people like to visit.
  • Hospitality: Friendly behavior towards guests.

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