Discover Your Calling – Join Us at Rosewood Matakauri
At Rosewood Matakauri, we do not just offer jobs, we offer a place to thrive, grow, and leave your mark. Spectacularly located on the shores of Lake Wakatipu Rosewood Matakauri offers luxury lodge accommodation in Queenstown and breathtaking panorama views of the big three; The Remarkable, Cecil and Walter Peak. Just seven minutes from bustling Queenstown, this is an alpine, lakeside retreat.
As part of the Rosewood Hotels & Resorts collection, we are a collective of creative minds driven by purpose and united by The Calling – our instinct to enrich lives through genuine connections and extraordinary moments. If that speaks to you, we would love to meet you.
About the role:
The is a full-time, permanent position reporting to the Front Office Manager, the Assistant Front Office Manager is responsible for overseeing the Front Office Agents and, in doing so, ensures a great working culture and client satisfaction of the highest level. Additionally:
Being responsible for the daily running of the Front Office department in the absence of the Front Office ManagerWorking closely with the Front Office Manager on recruitment, mentoring and training the Front Office team Meeting with and assisting guests, ensuring a unique and memorable experience Liaising with the accounts team regarding invoices and paymentsEnsuring all departments are kept up to date on reservations and guest requirements.About you:
The successful candidate must be passionate, well presented, possess strong communication skills (verbal and written) and most importantly, will go above and beyond the call of duty to deliver a true luxury experience for our guests.
Minimum 2 years experience working in a similar environment, preferably in luxury or resort setting.A superior working knowledge of Opera Cloud or other Hospitality Management Systems Experience managing guest itineraries and complaints Excellent communication skills (for inter-departmental coordination, ensuring a seamless guest experience) A winning smile and the ability to surprise and delight our guests!This is a unique role and one that differs greatly from a typical hotel or resort Front Office role. High energy levels, attention to detail and exceptional communication skills are critical to your success.
What we offer:
At Rosewood Matakauri, we believe in taking exceptional care of our team. You will enjoy:
Competitive hourly rateDelicious daily staff meals prepared by our culinary teamAccess to our exclusive Staff Perks ProgrammeSupportive leadership and opportunities for career progressionA chance to live and work in one of New Zealand’s most scenic regions
This is a full-time, permanent waged position, with a guaranteed minimum of 30 hours per week and a maximum of up to 55 hours during our peak season, rostered over 5 days.
Core to your success in this role, is that your personal values are aligned with those of Rosewood Hotels: Ownership, Passionate, Transparent, Innovative and Collaborative.
If you have the attributes above, we would love to hear from you!