Front Office All Rounder

Description

About Hilton Hotels

Our team members are changing the world one stay at a time. They’re engaged and recognised in many ways for showcasing their talents. Join the most well known Hotel brand in the World and you’ll have more than just a job. You’ll have a challenging and rewarding career in the hospitality industry.

About the role

Responsible for being the welcoming face of this hotel, you will be based in our Front Office team whilst completing other shifts within out MAGIC (Communications) and Concierge Department. 

In the Front office role, you will be responsible for engaging with our guests from arrival to departure, you will welcome guests, respond to requests, inquiries, and act as a main point of contact in the hotel. In the Concierge role, you will manage guest luggage, coordinate mail and taxi services, and assist guests with your knowledge of current industry trends and local attractions. Within the MAGIC team you, you will act as the main connection between the Guest, the hotel, and the various hotel departments including deliveries of guests Amenities and requests.

Reporting to the Front Office Manager, you will work as part of a team on a rotating shift basis, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. There are Part Time and Full Time opportunities available.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Welcome guests and complete Check-in and Check-out procedures using the hotel system OnQ
• Make and adjust guest reservations
• Manage guest requests, inquiries and complaints
• Maintain current knowledge of daily VIP, hotel products, services, pricing and special promotional offers
• Maximise sales revenues through up-selling and marketing programs
• Manage guest luggage
• Park automatic and manual vehicles
• Arrange taxis and courier services
• Receive and deliver mail and messages
• Provide support to the Concierge desk
• Perform general incoming communication duties, including taking enquiries via telephone and electronic registration systems
• Deliver guest amenities and requests to rooms

Skills/Experience

• Previous reception experience preferably within a hotel reception team or Hospitality field
• Fluent in the English language in order to communicate professionally with guests and team members, both in person and over the telephone
• Computer literate
• Demonstrated ability to resolve problems and conflict
• Experience in cash handling
• Ability to lift heavy objects
• Available for flexible working hours according to business needs
• Confident communication skills and positive manner
• Full Manual driving license
• A passion for providing excellent customer service

Requirements

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. We are committed to an equitable and inclusive workforce an environment where Team Members can be their authentic selves with opportunity for all to learn, grow, succeed and thrive. Joining this award winning Great Place to Work culture means:

• Laundered uniform provided
• Free team member meals served fresh daily
• 100 discounted travel nights per year for you, your friends or family to enjoy at any of our 7000 hotels located in 122 countries and territories around the world
• Food & Beverage discounts so you don't just stay when you travel but also enjoy dining experiences
• Flexibility so you can Thrive and make space for what matters most