At a Glance
- Tasks: Welcome guests, manage bookings, and provide top-notch customer service.
- Company: Carmel by the Sea, a vibrant holiday accommodation complex.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, supportive team, and training provided.
- Other info: Casual role with potential for ongoing hours and varied tasks.
- Why this job: Join a friendly team and create memorable experiences for guests.
- Qualifications: Previous customer service experience and great communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 15.3 - 18.7 $ per hour.
Carmel by the Sea is seeking a friendly, professional and reliable Casual Front Office Receptionist to join our team.
This is a customer-focused role within our holiday accommodation complex, where you will be one of the first points of contact for our guests and owners.
We are looking for someone who enjoys providing excellent service, is confident dealing with people and can work well both independently and as part of a small team.
About the Role
- IMMEDIATE START - around 18-24 hours per week
- Operation of a PMS system - REI Cloud
- Welcoming and assisting guests on arrival and throughout their stay
- Processing guest check-ins and check-outs
- Answering telephone and email enquiries
- Assisting with guest requests and providing information about the property and local area
- Managing bookings and reservations
- Handling payments and basic reception administration
- Liaising with owners, tradespeople and contractors when required
- Responding to guest enquiries and resolving issues in a professional and friendly manner
- General reception and office duties
- Coordinating with housekeeping and maintenance teams
- Maintaining a high standard of presentation and customer service at all times
About You
- Has previous reception, hospitality, accommodation or customer service experience (is essential)
- Has a friendly, approachable and professional manner
- Is confident communicating with guests both in person and over the phone
- Has excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
- Can remain calm and professional when dealing with challenging situations
- Is reliable, punctual and well presented
- Has good computer skills and is comfortable learning new booking systems
- Can work independently and use initiative
- Ability to work between 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Monday to Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Saturday, and 8:00 am – 12:00 pm Sunday.
These are our typical operating hours and may vary during peak periods, annual leave coverage and other busy periods.
Primarily the role will be weekend work.
- Candidates must have Australian work rights
If you are a positive, reliable person who enjoys working with people and providing great guest experiences, we would love to hear from you.
What We Offer
- Casual position with flexible hours
- Friendly and supportive team environment
- Varied and interesting work within a busy holiday accommodation environment
- Opportunity for ongoing hours for the right person
- Training and support provided
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Front Office Receptionist employer: Carmel by the Sea
Carmel by the Sea is an excellent employer, offering a friendly and supportive team environment where you can thrive as a Front Office Receptionist. With flexible hours and opportunities for ongoing work, you'll enjoy a varied role in a bustling holiday accommodation setting, all while receiving training and support to enhance your skills. Join us to be part of a team that values excellent customer service and creates memorable experiences for our guests.
