Receptionist - Ibis Wellington

ibis, ibis Styles, ibis budget; Wellington; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A hotel in Wellington is seeking a part-time Receptionist to create memorable experiences for guests. You'll handle check-ins and check-outs, provide local insights, and promote hotel services. Ideal candidates will have excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends. Join a dynamic team committed to exceptional guest service and enjoy employee perks like discounted accommodations.

Benefits

Accor Academy access

Daily staff meals

Discounted Food & Beverage

Parental Leave Scheme

Staff celebrations

Refer-a-friend bonus

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a receptionist in a hotel environment is ideal.
• NZ residency or a permanent NZ work visa is required.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests and build relationships.
• Ensure accuracy with guest information and check-in/check-out.
• Promote hotel facilities and enhance guest satisfaction.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work a flexible roster

Tools

Opera cloud & TARS Database

Job description

Company Description

ibis Wellington: Wellington’s largest economy hotel within walking distance to the capital’s largest venues, Takina, Te Papa, TSB and Sky Stadium. This robust hotel offers consistency and efficiency for large groups with generous vibrant Vivant restaurant dining spaces, offering a big buffet breakfast, and a la carte lunch and dinner.

Become a Heartist®, and let your heart guide you into a world where life pulses with passion.

Job Description

As a Receptionist, you’ll be the welcoming face of our hotel, ensuring every guest enjoys a seamless and memorable experience from arrival to departure.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will assist guests with check-ins and check-outs, answer queries and provide support throughout their stay.

Flexibility and availability are key in this role, as you’ll be working across a rotating 7-day roster, including weekends and public holidays.

Key Responsibilities

• Welcome guests from around the world, building relationships with both new and returning visitors.
• Ensure accuracy and professionalism with guest information, payments and check-in/check-out procedures.
• Provide local knowledge and promote hotel facilities, actively up-selling to maximise occupancy and revenue.
• Safely manage guest property, ensuring correct documentation and storage.
• Promote Accor loyalty programmes to enhance guest satisfaction and brand loyalty.
• Work closely with your team and other departments, including Housekeeping, Food & Beverage and Reservations, to ensure smooth operations.

We’re seeking a dedicated and personable team member with a genuine passion for people and delivering exceptional service to join our Front Office team.

This is a part-time position with a minimum of 8 hours per week, working across a rotating 7-day roster. Applicants must be available for both morning and afternoon shifts, including weekdays, weekends, and public holidays.

The role offers a wage of $26.28 per hour.

Qualifications

You will ideally have previous experience as a receptionist in a hotel environment, however not essential. In addition:

• Exceptional communication skills both written, verbal and non-verbal.
• You will be an organized individual with a high attention to detail who is also able to take initiative.
• Previous experience in a Reservations environment is an advantage.
• Prior use of Opera cloud & TARS Database or similar PMS is preferred.
• Ability to work a flexible roster including mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays.
• You will have NZ residency or be holding a permanent NZ work visa. (immigration visa support or sponsorship is not available with this role)

Additional Information

About

At the Ibis Wellington, we're all about not just building your career but ensuring you have a blast along the way! We believe in celebrating your accomplishments with a bunch of awesome employee perks and programs, including:

• Learn your Way - Access to our Accor Academy so you can Earn while you Learn!
• Daily staff meals are on us while you're on duty.
• Incredible Accor Heartist Benefits - including discounted Food & Beverage + Accommodation Worldwide
• Accor's Parental Leave Scheme: Supporting you in all stages of life.
• Join in on staff celebrations and get recognised for your tenure.
• Accor's refer-a-friend bonus
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program

Join us at Ibis Wellington, where your career journey is as exciting as the destination!

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