Reception Supervisor

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.


What will I be doing?

 

As a Reception Supervisor in the Front Office Department, you are responsible for ensuring the team create memorable guest experiences by efficiently assisting our guests to check into and out of the hotel in a friendly and engaging manner. You will have a supervisory role over all Front Office Team Members and a liaison role with all department Managers. Responsible for engaging with our guests from arrival to departure, you will respond to customer requests, inquiries and complaints (both internal and external) as the main point of contact in the hotel, and maximise sales revenues by participating in up-selling and marketing programs. 
Your service philosophy will be to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality by bringing Hilton's values to life in your everyday actions. 
 

You will perform the following tasks to the highest standards:

Be focused on hospitality and customer service, creating positive guest experiences in all interactions and ensure a consistently high standard of customer service is delivered by all Front Office Team Members
To check in all guests, groups and tours to the hotel in an efficient and welcoming manner, ensuring an outstanding first impression and meeting all Brand Standards.
Ensure your shift team have an current knowledge of hotel products, services, pricing and special promotional offers, as well as daily VIP guests and special events
Liaise with the Front Office Manager to actively develop Team Members’ skills and performance through coaching and training
Deliver loyalty program benefits and promote enrolment of Hilton Honors, acheiving hotel enrolment targets
Ensure all systems are kept up to date with accurate information and Hilton Worldwide standards are complied with fully
Ensure the entire reception team work with a sales focused attitude and are aware of sales opportunities within the hotel which will assist with the maximisation of revenue
Develop and implement plans, procedures and actions to ensure WHS policy objectives and targets are met and carry out regular workplace inspections to identify potential or current hazards, ensuring corrective action is taken
Manage Guest requests, inquiries, and complaints promptly and completely
Maintain the professional appearance of the Front Desk with a focus on hospitality and Guest service

 

 

What are we looking for?

A Reception Supervisor serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

Positive attitude and willingness to be involved and interact with the overall Hilton team both at an individual and team level
Be an outstanding coach, mentor and leader, committed to personal development.
Previous Hotel Reception experience preferred 
Passionate, innovative, exciting initiatives delivered with consistency and excellent attention to detail
Fluent in the English language in order to communicate professionally with guests and team members, both in person and over the telephone
Competent in use of computers & IT systems. Previous experience with an integrated property management system preferred
Demonstrated ability to resolve problems and conflict
Experience in cash handling

What will it be like to join the Hilton Sydney team?

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 that represents many different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints. Grounded in our founding purpose, we foster 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:

A laundered uniform provided to you
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
Working alongside an experienced and dynamic leadership team in our hallmark property, this role provides an exceptional opportunity for growth and Hilton career progression