Situational English for Hotel

2/46 2 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 HBVCFL Situational English for Hotel Task 3 Concierge Service

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4/46 4 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 Objectives 1 Warming-up Activities 2 Post Introduction 3 Vocabulary 4 Action Learning 7 Reading 8 Useful Sentences 5 Dialogue 6 Contents

5/46 5 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 Offer concierge service for guests. Teaching Objectives:

6/46 6 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 1. Match the duties on the left with the corresponding pictures on the right. Warming-up activities Making dining reservationsHandling luggage AB

7/46 7 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 Warming-up activities Arranging transportationPicking up guests at the airport CD

8/46 8 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 (1) Have you ever enjoyed good concierge service at a hotel? What do you think of the importance of a concierge? (2)What do you know about concierge service Les Clefs d’Or ( 金钥 匙组织 )? (open) Warming-up activities 2. Questions for discussion

9/46 9 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 Concierge Service Post Introduction The Concierge serves a valuable function in larger, and sometimes more upscale, hotels. The ideal Concierge should be friendly, outgoing, helpful, courteous, knowledgeable, and professional. The Concierge has numerous duties. These may include, but are not limited to: (1) Handling baggage for hotel guests (2) Providing hotel-specific information (3) Supplying directions (4) Securing the services of outside companies, such as for:  Picking up guests at the airport;  Making bookings;  Arranging travel;  Informing guests of local services available;  Delivering mail

10/46 10 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 (5) Suggesting local hotspots and entertainment, such as: Post Introduction  Restaurants;  Tourist and sightseeing attractions;  Shops;  Nightlife;  Theaters and shows;  Sporting events In the service industry, the word “ concierge ” was first used by Mr. Ferdinand Gillet, who founded Les Clef d ’ Or in Paris, France in Les Clef d ’ Or (pronounced: “ lay clay door ” ), is the oldest surviving personal, professional, international network service-industry organization in the world. It has no religious or political affiliation, but is solely focused on a genuine desire to serve hotel guests around the world.

11/46 11 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 Les Clefs d ’ Or boasts more than 5,000 concierge members located in more than 40 countries worldwide. Their motto, “ There will be, in every country, Clefs d ’ Or members who are able to continue with our mission: to be of service to our profession, and the hotel and tourist industry, ” speaks of their commitment to guest-service and satisfaction. Yearly, Les Clefs d ’ Or organizes and sponsors a global congress whose goal is to their brand and service-oriented network development through friendship, cooperation, education, and training. Post Introduction

12/46 12 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 Post Introduction Questions for Discussion (1) What should an ideal Concierge be like? (2) Who found Les Clefs d’Or? Please introduce the organization.

13/46 13 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 Vocabulary Study

14/46 14 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 Vocabulary Study

15/46 15 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 Useful Sentences

16/46 16 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 Useful Sentences

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18/46 18 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 Useful Sentences

19/46 19 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 Situational Dialogue

20/46 20 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 Situational Dialogue To be continued

21/46 21 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 Situational Dialogue To be continued

22/46 22 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 Situational Dialogue The End

23/46 23 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 Task Practice 任务操练 Challenges 问题挑战 Solutions 探索解决

24/46 24 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 Task Practice

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26/46 26 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 Task Practice Role-play

27/46 27 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 C: Concierge G: Guest G: Excuse me, could I ask you something? C: Yes, of course. You are more than welcome to do so. What is it? G: Well, I am planning to take a friend of mine to dinner. You see, we both love Chinese dishes. I'm wondering if you could recommend to me a good local restaurant where I can find some good local dishes. C: Well, if local dishes are what you are looking for, there is no other place in the whole city that'll please your appetite better than the Hujin Restaurant. The restaurant serves very good local dishes. G: How far is it from here? C: It's located on the Bayi Road, Wuchang District. It is quite a distance from our hotel. I would suggest you take a taxi. G: Shall I make a reservation for the dinner? C: That will be good. The restaurant usually is crowded with clients at nights. Task Practice Sample: To be continued

28/46 28 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 G: OK, we'll go there by taxi. But do you mind writing down the name of the restaurant on this piece of paper for us so that I can show it to our taxi driver? C: No, not at all. Here you are. G: Can you make a reservation for us? C: My pleasure. G: Thank you. One last thing, do you have any idea how much we should pay the taxi driver for the trip? C: Twenty-five yuan would be plenty to cover it. That's about three U.S. dollars. G: Thank you for your information. C: It's my pleasure. Have a good time! Task Practice The End

29/46 29 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 Task Practice Listening Practice

30/46 30 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 1) arrange a bus to send them to the airport. 2) acquire necessary information about the guest’s request, e.g. the number of people in the group, the time to leave, etc. to arrange for guests. Keys Task Practice

31/46 31 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 Limousine Service C: Concierge G: Guest G: We'll leave this afternoon. I've just come to say goodbye. C: I hope you enjoyed your stay. G: It was great, thanks. We've had a very nice time. C: Where are you going? G: We're off to the airport. Can you arrange a bus to send us to the airport? C: Yes, I can. When does your plane leave? G: It goes at 5:30, but I like to get to the airport with plenty of time. C: How many people are there in your group? G: There are 8. C: It takes about one hour to go to the airport. When do you like to leave? G: How about 3:00? C: That's OK. A bus will wait for all of you at 2:45 at the entrance. And two bellmen will help with your luggage. C: That'll be fine. Thank you. G: You are welcome. I hope you have a good trip. Task Practice Typescript

32/46 32 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 1. If you were a bell man, what would say when you open the car door for the guest? Solutions: a) Please be careful as you step down. b) Watch your step while stepping down, please. Challenges and Solutions

33/46 33 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 2. If you were a bellman, how would you direct the guests to park their cars? Solutions: You can say: a) The parking area is at the end of the hotel drive. b) Please park your car around the corner. Challenges and Solutions

34/46 34 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 3. If you were a bellman, what would you say to guests who have checked out and are leaving the hotel? Solutions: a) I hope you have enjoyed your stay with us. b) We hope you have a nice journey. Goodbye. c) We look forward to seeing you again. Challenges and Solutions

35/46 35 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 4. If you were a bellman, how should you help the guests to store their luggage? Solutions: a) Ask the guest if there any valuables in it and, if so, deposit the valuables at the front desk. b) Place a tag with the words, “Handle With Care” on any luggage that may be fragile. c) Check the bags to make sure they are in good condition. If there is any damaged luggage, notify the guest and indicate there was previous damage on the luggage claim tag. d) Ask the guest to sign his name on the luggage slip. e) Ask the guest to keep the receipt and present it when he comes to claim his luggage. Challenges and Solutions

36/46 36 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 5. If you were a bellman, how should you escort guests to their room? Solutions: a) Ask the guest if he needs you to show him to the room, and if he requires assistance with his luggage b) After entering the room, ask the guest where he prefers for you to place the luggage. c) Give a brief introduction to the room. d) Be prepared to answer any of the guest’s questions concerning the room or the city. e) Ask the guest if he has any other questions, and then wish him a pleasant stay at the hotel. Challenges and Solutions

37/46 37 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 6. If you were a bellman, how do you receive a guest at the airport? Solutions: a) Identify the guest and then introduce yourself. (Ex.: “Excuse me, but are you Mr. Smith? I’m Li Yan from the Great Wall Hotel. I’m here to meet you. How do you do?”) b) Offer to help with the guest’s luggage. (Ex.: “Let me take your suitcase.”) c) Escort the guest to the hotel car or limousine, then drive the guest to the hotel.

38/46 38 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 7. If you were a bellman, how do you book flight tickets for guests? Solutions: a) Ask the guest for his departure day, departure time, return date (if applicable), the number of tickets needed, and the seat class desired, etc. Then, according to their demands and schedule, choose the proper flight for the guest. b) Find out the guest ’ s contact information: name, room number, telephone number, etc. c) Let the guest know the time that he may pick up his ticket.

39/46 39 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 Culture Extension Time Talks

40/46 40 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 1. What is the main idea of this passage? _____ A. It is not customary to telephone someone in the morning and in sleeping hours in the U.S. B. The role of time in Social life over the world. C. If people are not prompt ． they may be regarded as impolite or not fully responsible in the U.S. D. Not every country treats the concept of time as the same. Exercise 1 Multiple Choice To be continued

41/46 41 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 2. What does it mean in the passage if you call someone during his or her sleeping hours? A. A matter of work. B. A matter of 1ife or death. C. You want to see him or her. D. You want to make an appointment with him or her. Exercise 1 Multiple Choice To be continued

42/46 42 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 3. Which of the following time is proper if you want to make an appointment with your friend? A. At 7: 00a.m. B. At 4: 00p.m. C. At the midnight. D. At 4: 00a.m. Exercise 1 Multiple Choice To be continued

43/46 43 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 4. Which of the following statements is true according to the passage? A. In the U.S.A. guests tend to feel they are highly regarded if the invitation to a dinner party is extended only three or four days before the party date. B. There is no misunderstanding arising between people from different cultures about the concept of time ． C. It may be considered foolish to make an appointment well in advance in the U.S.A. D. Promptness is valued highly in American life ． Exercise 1 Multiple Choice To be continued

44/46 44 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 5. From the passage we can safely infer that ______. A. it ’ s a matter of life or death if you call someone in day time B. the meaning of time differs in different parts of the world C. it makes no difference in the U.S. whether you are early or late for a business party D. if a person is late for a date ， he needn ’ t make some explanation Exercise 1 Multiple Choice The End

45/46 45 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 Exercise 2: Discuss the Following Questions 1. Do you have a strong sense of time? Are you often late for classes? 2. What do you think of the role of time in your future work? (open)

46/46 Task-3 Concierge Service 结束返回 目录 The End