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3. A Cloakroom facility is available near each event room.<br />
Preparation<br />
1. Reserved room/location(s) is/are properly prepared to<br />
agreed-upon requirements, including room temperature and<br />
lighting, at least 30 minutes prior to the scheduled arrival of the<br />
host/event planner and/or event.<br />
2. All light fixtures in the event areas are uniform, and in good<br />
working condition.<br />
3. The event name and company name, correctly spelled with<br />
the accurate logo, are clearly and attractively displayed.<br />
4. The art’otel M&E representative is in the hotel Lobby to greet<br />
the function host/event planner 15 minutes before the<br />
scheduled appointment time.<br />
5. The art’otel general manager will be on hand to greet and<br />
welcome the host/planner of all new business meetings and<br />
events.<br />
6. The art’otel M&E representative introduces the function<br />
host/event planner to the art’otel Team Member in charge of<br />
the event.<br />
7. The art’otel Team Member in charge discusses and confirms<br />
all pre-arranged requirements with the host/event planner.<br />
8. Equipment placement and functionality are checked at least<br />
1 hour prior to the event; functional difficulties are immediately<br />
remedied.<br />
9. An art’otel Team Member is on hand throughout the event to<br />
demonstrate or answer questions about the equipment,<br />
including audio-visual, Internet connectivity, air conditioning<br />
and lighting controls.<br />
10. A dedicated line is set up so that the host/event planner<br />
has direct contact when needed with the art’otel Team Member<br />
in charge of the event.<br />
11. Provide guests with a business card with contact details<br />
which guests can use during their event in case there are any<br />
questions.<br />
12. An art’otel Team Member is at the entrance to the function<br />
room 10 minutes before the scheduled start time to greet guests<br />
and provide assistance.<br />
4. Meeting rooms are serviced during breaks, and lunch, and<br />
is refreshed to the original condition.<br />
5. Arriving guests are greeted within 30 seconds with a smile<br />
and a welcome.<br />
6. During the event, equipment problems are responded to<br />
within 1 minute.<br />
7. The guest order is served as per the Event Order, with no<br />
confusion about special orders or substitutions.<br />
8. Tables are served in a clockwise direction beginning with<br />
ladies, or as instructed by the organiser or by local practice.<br />
9. All dishes are served at the correct temperature.<br />
10. Servings are portioned consistently.<br />
11. A new course is not served until the previous course has<br />
been cleared.<br />
12. Guests do not feel rushed; service continues until the host or<br />
local laws designate service to end.<br />
13. The host/event planner’s satisfaction is checked at least<br />
once during the event and again after it.<br />
14. Upon leaving, guests are genuinely thanked for their visit<br />
and wished a pleasant day/evening.<br />
15. Upon conclusion of the event, the accurate guest bill is<br />
neatly presented in an art’otel folder and made available to the<br />
host/event planner.<br />
16. Upon request, details of all charges are available and can<br />
be explained.<br />
17. Outstanding queries are resolved at the earliest but no later<br />
than within 3 business days.<br />
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Reservations<br />
Services<br />
1. All details are executed in accordance with the Event Order.<br />
2. art’otel hosts are informed of events and venues well in<br />
advance and are prepared to personally direct guests to their<br />
destination.<br />
First impression<br />
1. The hotel’s Reservation Agent will speak clearly, use a<br />
welcome greeting in a smiling and pleasant manner<br />
2. Is knowledgeable with all the hotel facilities signature art<br />
and current exhibitions, local services, attractions and points<br />
of interest.<br />
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