We are on the hunt for a highly energetic Customer Service Operator to join our growing Customer Service Day Team. A role where no two days are the same, our Customer Service Team promises great personal and professional development, various wellbeing initiatives and a fun social calendar to match.

Join the dynamic team at Betfair Australia, the country's leading online sports betting exchange platform. We revolutionize the way people bet by offering innovative and transparent betting solutions. With a commitment to integrity and customer satisfaction, we strive to provide a world-class betting experience to our users.

What we are looking for:

• A gun who has a love of sport and/or racing and all things related!
• Someone who enjoys teamwork in a dynamic, fun and fast paced environment
• A superstar who has strong customer service experience

With great progression, career development opportunities and the chance to work with an inclusive and fun team (amongst a host of other cool stuff) a day includes:

• Undertaking the registration and education of new customers
• Efficiently and professionally answer calls and emails from customers, provide betting information and accurately complete bet placement on their behalf
• Responding promptly to incoming customer queries via phone calls and emails
• Assisting with and ensuring team procedures are appropriately documented
• Processing customer KYC (Identity Verification) checks across a variety of different methods
• Continually updating knowledge around betting products
• Making outbound calls to establish and develop relationships with current and prospective customers

But there is a catch. To be in the running for this great role, you should have:

• A passion for customer service!
• An understanding of upholding confidentiality of sensitive customer information
• The ability to make clear and well-reasoned decisions
• Availability to work out of hours shifts and weekends
• A high level of attention to detail, with an ability to effectively prioritise tasks
• Strong computer literacy and familiarity of MS Office Applications
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Initiative. You get things done

Sound like you’d be a good fit? Well check out what we provide our passionate people:

• Tailored leave options – competitive parental leave, cultural leave swap, volunteer leave, study leave etc.
• A genuine focus on personal and professional development - including a combination of incredible internal Leadership Development Programs, peer to peer learning and self-chosen learning opportunities.
• Up to $2000 per year for you to choose how you spend through our much loved BestYou program.
• An ongoing commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
• Supportive wellbeing initiatives including access to our Employee Assistance Program.
• A dedicated internal events team focused on bringing a mix of educational, social, celebratory, and philanthropic activities,
• A generous bonus scheme – if we win, you win! And we like to win.

Interested?

At Betfair we are committed to building a workplace where everyone can fulfil their full potential. We pride ourselves on fostering an environment where all employees feel welcome and included.

We encourage people of all walks of life, abilities, and backgrounds to apply.

 We are proudly a WORK180 endorsed employer for women, to learn more of our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion please visit https://work180.com/en-au/for-women/employer/betfair-australia.

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 Interested in applying? Please click Apply now and submit an up to date Cover Letter and Resume.

 We are committed to responding to allcandidates within four weeks of application.

The Role

We are looking for a Guest Service Agent who is dedicated to providing a memorable experience and create that human connection with our guests, at every stage of their stay.

In this role you will;

• Provide exceptional service during check-in, check-out and throughout the guest stay;
• Assist the Duty Manager in effectively running the day-to-day operations of the Front Office Department;
• Daily liaison with inter-departments such as food & beverage and housekeeping for guest movements, requests and activities;
• Ensure procedures are followed in relation to guest confidentiality and safety;
• Maintain accurate credit and cash transactions and accounting documentation to ensure the integrity of the hotel’s financial data and the ease in shift changes.

The Role

This is your opportunity to join our Food and Beverage team on part time basis. As a key member of our team you will represent our friendly and professional service philosophy. Key duties of this role include, but are not limited to the following:

• Explain the menu to guests, assisting those with special dietary needs or preferences as well as provide suitable assistance when recommending beverages;
• Welcome and seat guests according to hotel standards;
• Use POS system to place orders;
• Liaise with the Kitchen on special requests or delayed meals;
• Follow all hygienic processes to ensure safety for all guests & staff;
• Maintain standards of hygiene for food handling and presentation;
• Promote a safe workplace by recognising hazards and promoting general WHS practises.

The Food and Beverage Bar Supervisor is responsible for the operations of the Restaurant, Bar, Conference, Villa Catering and Pool Bar operations. This Full time role works across a 24/7 rotating roster so you'll have plenty of variety in your supervisory shifts!

The responsibilities of the Food and Beverage Bar Supervisor include:

• Ensuring efficient, friendly and professional food and beverage service is provided to all guests.
• Providing for guests and patrons an experience and environment they feel meets their expectations.
• Familiarising yourself with VIP and regular guests to ensure their requests and needs are met.
• Ensure all mis-en-place is completed prior to guests arriving.
• Ensure staff are competent in all service procedures and they are able to maximize sales to guests.
• Set up and pack down of events/conference rooms and coordination on the day with suppliers.
• Handle any escalated guest complaints to a guest focused solution.
• Ensure guest billing is completed accurately following Hotel procedure and that correct charges are posted.

• Undertaking general waiting duties including cleaning trolleys, taking orders and serving guests. 
• Receipt of monies and cash up of service periods.
• Follow and implement all departmental procedures, standard operating procedures (SOPs) and checklists.
• Assist the Supervisor and Assistant Manager with training and developing Ambassadors.
• Demonstrate the “Passion for Excellence” through serving our guests with flair and professionalism, ensuring that their requests are quickly and efficiently achieved.
• Ensure all guests are provided with personalised service and that the “Essence of Pleasure” is achieved.
• Embody the art of French hospitality through a “can do” attitude.
• Perform tasks within a timely manner.
• Assist with implementation and maintenance of Sofitel Brand Standards.
• Assist the Outlets Manager with the training and development of all ambassadors while also maintaining a detailed training log.
• Follow up on all guest comments, requests and complaints while informing the Supervisor and Assistant Manager of all such matters.

Benefits, Rewards, Motivations

• Industry benefits worldwide on accommodation, dining and lifestyle services.
• Access to daily discounted coffee and Ambassador dinning menu. 
• A unique training platform to enhance your skills and knowledge. 

The position:

Reporting directly to the General Manager as part of our Leadership Team, you will be responsible for overseeing the venue's large scale Food & Beverage operations.

We are looking for a natural leader passionate in Food & Beverage who will inspire, innovate and empower those around them whilst being responsible for driving the financial success of the department with proven ability to lead a high performing team.

This role is instrumental to the Leadership Team of the Hotel as we continue to grow our business and provide a unique offering to our customers and team. With an eye for detail and a flair for creativity you will lead the team in providing a high level guest experience.

Responsibilities include:

• Managing the Food & Beverage operations for our hotel. Including: First Edition restuarant, Room Service, Minibar and Conference & Events.
• Co-ordination between the Food & Beverage team and other departments to ensure successful communication of all relevant information.
• Preparation of monthly reports. Including: forecasting, budgeting and analysis of monthly results.
• Stimulating customer-focused service and taking it to the next level
• Taking ownership of all guest feedback and leading the change.

Reporting to the Venue Manager, you will be responsible for leading, mentoring and motivating your team, ensuring they deliver professional, efficient and friendly service. Your duties will include:

• Maintaining product knowledge of all items on the menu, including food and drinks, in order to advise and make recommendations to guests. Use every opportunity to maximise sales.
• Serve food & beverage items with flair and professionalism according to company standards.
• Ensure all service areas and equipment are kept clean and organised.
• Ensure revenue for the shift is accurately accounted for, with cash/charge summary being completed to balance daily activities.
• Be knowledgeable of and operate within appropriate outlet and hotel liquor licensing guidelines and House Management Policies.

As a Guest Serve Agent, you will work across all areas of the Front Office. No two days are the same. You will assist our guests with all aspects of their arrival and departure experience, and everything in between - check-in, check-out, luggage assistance, and responding to guest requests - whilst at the same time, creating unforgettable heartfelt moments.

What you will be doing:

• Provide quality service to the customer by responding to their requests promptly, efficiently and courteously during check-in, check-out and throughout their stay.
• Maintain strict security procedures with credit and cash transactions, accounting procedures, issue of room keys and guest confidentiality/privacy.
• Maintain communication channels between Hotel guests and all Hotel departments both verbally and in writing as required.
• Use every opportunity to promote hotel facilities and maximize sales through sound product knowledge and selling skills
• Provide guests and visitors with local information from your vast array of knowledge regarding the city attractions and amenities