About the Business
Australian & New Zealand owned and operated for more than 30 years, Rydges operates quality city, suburban, and resort-style hotels in key destinations across Australia and New Zealand, with a refreshingly down-to-earth approach. Rydges provides genuine local hospitality with quality essentials alongside its trademark ‘too easy’ service.
Rydges South Bank is a highly-regarded 4.5 star, award-winning hotel boasting 304 rooms and suites, multiple food and beverage outlets, and conferencing facilities. The hotel is located on Grey Street in South Bank neighbouring the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre.
Our core values are Empowerment, Possibilities and Community. These pillars form the foundation of our purpose, which is to make each day better for our customers, our team, the community and… ourselves!
About the Role
We are seeking experienced Guest Services Agents (GSA) to join our Front Office team on a casual basis, depending on the candidate and availability.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Ensuring guests feel welcomed as soon as they enter the hotel
- Completing guest check-in, check-out and cash/payment procedures
- Take reservations and respective enquiries when required
- Operate hotel switchboard
- Answering guest phone calls, general enquiries and assist in resolving complaints
- Take room service orders and restaurant bookings
- Be an expert, advocate and up seller of hotel products and services
- Communicate special requests including VIPs with other departments
- Assist Concierge with parking vehicles and delivering luggage when required
Benefits and Perks
- Incredible team member discounts from your first day on-the-job.
- Up to 50% off stays at EVT hotels – Rydges, QT, Atura, Lylo, Independent Collection and more.
- $2 movie tickets, plus Moonlight, Gold Class, Candy Bar discounts and more.
- Awesome winter and summer savings and discounts at Thredbo.
- Rapid career growth opportunities through our EVT network.
- Local community involvement, volunteering and charitable giving.
- Australia and NZ’s largest and most diverse experiences company.
Skills and Experience
This role will suit a well-rounded hospitality or customer service professional with the flexibility and experience to work a variety of shifts through the week including weekends.
The successful candidate will have had previous experience working in reception/front desk/reservations, cashier, information services, customer facing positions. While not essential, previous experience and understanding of the Opera system will be highly regarded.
When it comes to Front Office — excellent communication, attention to detail, problem-solving skills, high standard of personal grooming, and a professional, friendly and helpful demeanour are essential.
Our ideal candidate shines with their:
- Organisation and planning
- Time management
- Customer service
- Collaborative work ethic
- Desire to develop individually and as a team
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