Room Controller

Job Description

Job Number 24008783
Job Category Rooms & Guest Services Operations
Location The Ritz-Carlton Melbourne, 650 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Schedule Full-Time
Located Remotely? N
Relocation? N
Position Type Non-Management

As one of the Ladies and Gentlemen of The Ritz-Carlton, you are the most important asset in our service commitment to our guests. By joining us as a Rooms Controller, we not only meet, but also exceed, our guests’ expectations – you embody the legendary service that makes us a leading luxury brand. A career at The Ritz-Carlton is filled with honesty, respect and the opportunity to grow your career.

Position Summary:

Assign rooms according to guest requests and preferences whenever possible
Anticipation of guest needs through pre-arrival communication to ensure a seamless guest arrival experience
Handle general enquiries whilst delivering service excellence through each guest experience
Assist with verifying and adjusting billing for guests whilst following up with guest questions and requests, focusing on attention to detail
Be an expert on the luxury hotel and the surrounding area, know it inside and out to exceed guest expectations
Take guest reservation and perform cash handling & credit card responsibilities
Confirm reservations and cancellations whilst communicating status to appropriate departments
Organise and coordinate check-in/pre-registration procedures for arriving groups.

About You:

Experience with OPERA property management system or similar
Relevant experience in a similar role
Working rights in Australia
Enthusiastic to escalate your career
Self-motivated, driven and energized in a fast-paced environment
Armed with smart solutions and a can-do attitude

Our Benefits:

Exclusive staff discounts on food and beverage and hotel rooms (including all properties within the Marriott International group) for you, your family and friends
Be part of Life with the Works program where you can enjoy flexible working hours & locations, time off to pursue your passion through sabbatical leave, and paid leave during your birthday month
Grow, develop, and progress with internationally recognised training programs, unlimited strategic development and exciting career opportunities within the Marriott International group
Genuine care for associates’ physical, emotional and financial wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Program
Opportunity to receive Employee Referral Incentives and get paid for working with your friend
Work for the Largest Hotel Network in the World which values equality, diversity and inclusiveness

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel is part of Marriott International’s Luxury portfolio, which has committed to putting people first for 90+ years. Apply now!

At more than 100 award-winning properties worldwide, The Ritz-Carlton Ladies and Gentlemen create experiences so exceptional that long after a guest stays with us, the experience stays with them. Attracting the world’s top hospitality professionals who curate lifelong memories, we believe that everyone succeeds when they are empowered to be creative, thoughtful and compassionate.

Every day, we set the standard for rare and special luxury service the world over and pride ourselves on delivering excellence in the care and comfort of our guests.

Your role will be to ensure that the “Gold Standards” of The Ritz-Carlton are delivered graciously and thoughtfully every day. The Gold Standards are the foundation of The Ritz-Carlton and are what guides us each day to be better than the next. It is this foundation and our belief that our culture drives success by which The Ritz Carlton has earned the reputation as a global brand leader in luxury hospitality. As part of our team, you will learn and exemplify the Gold Standards, such as our Employee Promise, Credo and our Service Values. And our promise to you is that we offer the chance to be proud of the work you do and who you work with.

In joining The Ritz-Carlton, 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.