Receptionist/Manager

Aotearoa New Zealand Association of Social Workers; Albert-Eden; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Knights Inn is seeking an experienced Front Office team member to join a friendly team in Auckland. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 3 years in hotel Front Office, be confident with accounting procedures and reservation systems, and comfortable with PMS/GDS platforms.

A fast-paced environment requires multitasking with a focus on guest satisfaction. The role emphasizes greeting guests, check-in/out support, relationship building, timely banking, and accurate reporting to maintain high

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a hotel Front Office role.
• Strong understanding of hotel and hospitality industry procedures.
• Excellent customer service and relationship-building skills.
• Confident, empathetic and professional when dealing with guests.
• Highly motivated and customer-focused.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Strong time management and prioritisation skills.
• Good computer literacy and experience with reservation/PMS systems.
• Good written communication skills, including professional email writing.
• A keen eye for detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and assist with check-in and check-out procedures.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with guests and anticipate their needs.
• Balance daily banking and complete relevant financial procedures.
• Perform all daily Front Office duties and tasks to a high standard.
• Complete daily reports accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain a positive team morale and contribute to a friendly Front Office environment.
• Communicate regularly with Housekeeping, Maintenance and Reservations regarding room status, availability and room moves.
• Ensure all guest enquiries and requests are handled promptly and professionally.

Skills

Customer service

Guest relations

Communication

Time management

Tools

PMS systems

Job description

Knights Inn is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Front Office team member to join our friendly team. The successful applicant will ideally have a minimum of 3 years' hotel Front Office experience and be confident using accounting procedures and reservation systems. Experience with PMS and GDS systems is preferred. You will work in a fast-paced environment, be confident multitasking, and have a genuine desire to create a positive experience for our guests.

Key responsibilities

• Greet guests and assist with check-in and check-out procedures.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with guests and anticipate their needs.
• Balance daily banking and complete relevant financial procedures.
• Perform all daily Front Office duties and tasks to a high standard.
• Complete daily reports accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain a positive team morale and contribute to a friendly Front Office environment.
• Communicate regularly with Housekeeping, Maintenance and Reservations regarding room status, availability and room moves.
• Ensure all guest enquiries and requests are handled promptly and professionally.

About you

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a hotel Front Office role is preferred.
• Strong understanding of hotel and hospitality industry procedures.
• Excellent customer service and relationship-building skills.
• Confident, empathetic and professional when dealing with guests.
• Highly motivated and customer-focused.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Strong time management and prioritisation skills.
• Good computer literacy and experience with reservation/PMS systems.
• Good written communication skills, including professional email writing.
• A keen eye for detail and accuracy.