06 Aug
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Belconnen Way Hotel
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Hawker
06 Aug
Belconnen Way Hotel
Hawker
Belconnen Way Hotel & Serviced Apartments is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Casual Receptionist to join our friendly team.
This position is ideal for a mature-aged candidate who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, has excellent customer service skills, and is confident learning recent systems and technology.
About the Role
This is a casual position with shifts rostered to meet the operational requirements of the hotel. Applicants must be available for some weekday morning shifts commencing at 7:30am, weekday afternoons from 12 - 5pm with the flexibility to work evening, and weekend shifts when required.
Key Responsibilities
- Welcoming guests and providing exceptional customer service.
- Managing guest check-ins and check-outs efficiently.
- Handling guest enquiries and resolving complaints with a calm, professional, and positive approach.
- Operating the hotel switchboard and maintaining excellent telephone etiquette.
- Communicating effectively between Reception, Housekeeping, and Maintenance departments.
- Coordinating and delegating housekeeping room allocations and daily requirements.
- Monitoring stock levels and reporting replenishment needs.
- Assisting with sales and upselling room types and hotel services.
- Performing general administration duties to support the General Manager during business hours.
- Maintaining accurate guest records and processing payments.
- Balancing and reconciling the reception cash till and EFTPOS transactions.
- Processing guest payments, and daily receipts accurately.
- Completing basic front office accounting duties and maintaining accurate financial records.
- Being accountable for your shift, ensuring all transactions, reports, and procedures are completed correctly before handover.
- Preparing an accurate shift handover for the incoming receptionist.
- Maintaining a tidy, organised, and professional reception area at all times.
Essential Requirements
- Previous experience working on a busy reception desk.
- Outstanding customer service and communication skills.
- Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Reliable, punctual, and professionally presented.
- Confidence using computers and learning new software systems.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure while delivering exceptional guest service.
Desirable Skills
- Previous experience using a Property Management System (PMS), particularly RMS, will be highly regarded.
- Experience in hospitality, accommodation, or hotel reception.
- Sales experience with the ability to confidently upsell rooms and hotel services.
What We Offer
- Immediate start.
- Supportive and friendly work environment.
- Ongoing training and development.
- Varied and rewarding work in a well-established hotel.
- Opportunity to develop your hospitality and administration skills.
If you are an organised, motivated, and customer-focused professional looking for a rewarding role in the hospitality industry, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now with your current resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience.
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