Guest Relations Manager
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Melbourne - Flinders Street
270 Flinders Street
Melbourne,
Victoria
3000
Australia
Description
About Hilton Melbourne Little Queen Street
Hilton Melbourne Little Queen Street combines old world charm with modern luxuries! This newly opened hotel is located in the heart of the CBD, and features 244 stylish guest rooms, including 10 spacious suites, a restaurant and bar, fully equipped gym and five meeting & event spaces.
About the role
Leading the way with your passion for hospitality and customer service you will be responsible for mentoring and coaching the team of Front Office Guest Service Agents. You will also manage the shift, ensuring check-in, check-out and related services are provided to guests with exceptional service. Reporting to the Front Office Manager, you will enjoy working as part of a team in a fast-paced environment, on a rotating shift basis. Your daily duties will include:
- Assisting the Front Office Manager with the management and support of daily Front Office Operations
- Manage and support the Front Office team, ensuring that brand standards are met and guest expectations are exceeded
- Handle guest requests, inquiries and complaints promptly
- Handle any management issues or emergencies that arise, record and resolve as necessary
- Assisting with Maintenance and Housekeeping related concerns outside business hours
- Assisting with Reservations quality checks and inventory management
- Maximise sales revenues through up-selling and marketing programs within the department
- Ensure your team maintains a professional manner and are up to date with VIP guest movements, hotel events, local attractions and activities
What are we looking for?
- A minimum of 1 year experience in a leadership front office role in a similar sized hotel
- Fluent in English and able to communicate professionally with guests and team members, both in person and over the telephone
- Excellent leadership, inter-personal, training and development skills
- A passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences
- Demonstrated ability to resolve problems and conflict, and work efficiently under pressure
- Well-presented, organised and calm personality
- High level of IT skills, including Excel and Word
Hilton Employee Benefits
- Worldwide travel discounts at unbelievable rates for you and your friends and family!
- 25% off Food & Beverage in the hotels.
- Free dry cleaning for your uniform
- Free access to growth and development opportunities from top class providers; Harvard University and LinkedIn Learning just to name a few
- A workplace culture that foster personal wellbeing and gives you free access to Employee Assistance Programs to support your mental and physical wellbeing
- Team Member Recognition Programs, including monthly celebrations and quarterly team events.
- Hilton's 2030 corporate social responsibility goals, volunteering and community engagement opportunities.
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Melbourne - Flinders Street
At A Glance
Located in the heart of Melbourne’s dynamic central business district, just steps from the vibrant arts and entertainment district, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Melbourne – Flinders Street offers an ideal base for business and leisure travelers. Our modern Melbourne hotel is situated directly opposite historic Flinders Street Station and Federation Square, and is within walking distance of many corporate offices, the famous Melbourne Laneways and the South Bank precinct. Enjoy easy access to Melbourne attractions, restaurants, sporting venues and retail precincts, including Etihad Stadium, Melbourne Cricket Stadium, Bourke Street Mall and Collins Street. Melbourne International Airport is just 22km from our inviting Melbourne hotel.
Stylish, modern and spacious, each guest room offers WiFi (fee applies), a flat-screen HDTV and a desk with a designer chair. Refresh with a selection of elegant amenities in the contemporary bathroom and enjoy a restful night’s sleep in the plush Sweet Dreams® by DoubleTree bed.
Plan a cocktail reception or corporate event for up to 140 people at this modern hotel in Melbourne with three versatile meeting spaces, all with contemporary A/V equipment.
Relax with a glass of wine or a cold beer and savor contemporary Australian cuisine in our on-site restaurant and bar, Platform 270. Energize with modern cardio, resistance and weight equipment in the complimentary fitness center. Our friendly staff looks forward to greeting you on arrival with a signature DoubleTree chocolate chip cookie.
