Guest Experience Expert - Porter

22330171; Sydney; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary meals

Uniform care

Travel discounts

Training and development

Job summary

Marriott Autograph Collection in Sydney is seeking a friendly Porter to welcome guests, assist with luggage, and support the Front Office team in delivering exceptional service.

You will help with valet parking, lobby presentation, and safe handling of guest belongings while maintaining a responsive and professional demeanor in a vibrant hospitality environment.

Qualifications

• Previous porter or guest services experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Physically fit with ability to perform manual handling.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests with warmth and professionalism, assisting with luggage and directions.
• Deliver and retrieve luggage to and from guest rooms with care and efficiency.
• Safely store guest belongings in the luggage room and handle group arrivals.
• Assist with valet parking, ensuring compliance with road regulations.
• Maintain a clean, welcoming lobby area and assist with guest queries.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Manual handling

Valid driver's license

Team player

Job description

Additional Information
Job Number26115059
Job CategoryRooms & Guest Services Operations
Location11 Hickson Road, Walsh Bay, Sydney New S 2000, AustraliaVIEW ON MAP
SchedulePart Time
Located Remotely?N
Position Type Non-Management

POSITION SUMMARY

Pier One Sydney Harbour is about making every guest arrival a chance to make a lasting moment. We’re looking for a Porter who’s warm, proactive, and passionate about creating seamless and memorable guest experiences. If you enjoy being on the move, helping others, and working in a vibrant hospitality environment, this is your opportunity to shine.

About the Role

As a Porter, you’ll be the welcoming face of the hotel by assisting guests with luggage, valet parking, and navigating our facilities. You’ll play a key role in ensuring smooth arrivals and departures, maintaining the lobby’s presentation, and supporting the Front Office team in delivering exceptional service.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet guests with warmth and professionalism, assisting with luggage and directions
• Deliver and retrieve luggage to and from guest rooms with care and efficiency
• Safely store guest belongings in the luggage room and handle group arrivals
• Assist with valet parking, ensuring compliance with Australian road regulations
• Maintain a clean, welcoming, and well‑presented lobby area
• Explain room features and promote hotel services during luggage delivery
• Respond to guest queries about hotel facilities and local attractions
• Support front office operations and complete handovers accurately
• Assist guests with disabilities in accordance with accessibility guidelines
• Monitor and report any safety hazards or system issues
• Uphold hotel grooming, conduct, and safety standards
• Participate in training sessions and departmental briefings
• Handle guest mail, messages, and parcels promptly
• Process payments and follow cash handling procedures
• Maintain confidentiality of guest and staff information
• Promote hotel offerings and contribute to upselling initiatives

About You

• Previous experience in a porter or guest services role preferred
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling
• Valid driver’s license
• Flexible availability including weekends and holidays
• Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
• Full working rights in Australia

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Be part of a team that values hospitality, respect, and individuality
• Enjoy complimentary meals, coffee, and uniform care
• Access exclusive hotel and travel discounts for you and your loved ones
• Grow your career with world‑class training and development programs
• Thrive in a supportive, inclusive workplace culture
• Participate in our Employee Assistance Program and referral incentives

We are an Equal Opportunity employer and recognize that true diversity includes gender, age, race, disability status, sexual orientation, religion, neurodiversity, education levels, and many more aspects of your identity

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

The Autograph Collection is a growing collection of four and five-star independent hotels, each offering unique and memorable experiences. Each hotel is thoughtfully chosen for its quality, originality, bold character, and ability to offer today’s traveler a range of unique experiences suited to their individual sense of style and adventure. All Autograph Collection hotels look to attract The Individualist, the brand's target consumer. The Individualist is someone who uses travel as an opportunity to add to their personal narrative – in essence they are hand selecting our hotels whether for personal or corporate travel because it is much more than simply a place to rest. In joining Autograph Collection, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.