Company Description

Sofitel Melbourne On Collins is one of Melbourne’s premier luxury hotels. Located in the Paris end of Collins street, the hotel is accessible to all of the major activities of Melbourne.  Whether it be the Australian Open, an AFL match at the MCG, some shopping for luxury items or just close to transportation – trams and trains are just outside the door.

Part of the Accor group, Sofitel Melbourne is known for its beautiful rooms, its superb Atrium Bar and its delectable No35 restaurant. We support our employees to develop and grow through regular and ongoing training, internal promotion opportunities and opportunities to relax through our employee events calendar.

Job Description

Ready to turn every arrival into an exceptional experience?

We’re looking for a polished, proactive Guest Experience Shift Leader to join our luxury hotel team. You’ll be the first and last point of contact for many of our guests—setting the tone with genuine warmth, effortless professionalism and outstanding attention to detail.

What you’ll do

• Welcome guests with a warm, confident and personalised approach
• Coordinate smooth vehicle arrivals, departures and valet operations
• Work closely with Front Office, Concierge and Guest Services teams
• Maintain a seamless flow during busy arrival and departure periods
• Handle guest requests with discretion and a solutions-focused attitude
• Ensure every vehicle is treated with care and every guest feels valued

Qualifications

You’re naturally organised, calm under pressure and genuinely enjoy making people feel welcome. You have exceptional communication skills, a professional presentation and a passion for luxury hospitality.

Previous experience in valet, concierge, front office, guest services or luxury hospitality is highly regarded

A valid driver’s licence and confidence driving a range of vehicles are essential.

Additional Information

Sofitel Melbourne on Collins provides ambassadors career development opportunities within the hotel and wider Accor Group. We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

We live by our Heartist principles, that is, the heart and art of human connection. Understanding people is our business and putting people at the heart of our organisation is how we make decisions. We want every ambassador to feel valued, inspired and to strive for greatness every day.

We offer our Heartists:

• Build a career with the largest hotel group in the Pacific
• Central accessible location in Melbourne's CBD
• Laundered uniforms
• Complimentary hotel stay package for your work anniversary
• Worldwide employee and family and friends benefits at Accor Hotels