Hotel Receptionist - Cape Town City Centre

Thursday, 15 October, 2026
anonymous    
Cape Town  

We are looking for a warm, professional and guest-focused Receptionist to join a our clients hotel in the City Centre of Cape Town.

The ideal candidate will have a genuine passion for hospitality, excellent communication skills and the ability to create a welcoming, personalised experience for guests from arrival through to departure.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage all reception and front-office duties

  • Welcome and check guests in and out in a warm and professional manner

  • Act as a key point of contact for guests throughout their stay

  • Handle guest enquiries, requests and special arrangements

  • Assist with guest transfers, activities and daily itineraries

  • Maintain accurate guest information and records

  • Liaise closely with housekeeping, F&B, guiding and management teams

  • Assist with reservations and booking-related administration where required

  • Handle guest accounts, payments and general reception administration

  • Communicate guest preferences and requirements to the relevant departments

  • Assist and ensuring a seamless overall guest experience

  • Deal with guest feedback and concerns professionally

  • Maintain high standards of presentation and service at all times

Requirements

  • Previous experience in front office, reception, guest relations or lodge hospitality

  • Luxury hotel or safari lodge experience would be advantageous • Excellent verbal and written English

  • Strong interpersonal and guest-service skills

  • Professional, well-presented and naturally welcoming

  • Strong computer literacy and experience with a PMS would be advantageous

  • Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills

  • Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure

  • Able to work shifts, weekends and public holidays

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is:

  • Warm, personable and naturally engaging

  • Passionate about creating memorable guest experiences

  • Confident communicating with both local and international guests

  • Proactive and willing to go the extra mile

  • Highly organised and detail-oriented

  • A strong team player

  • Comfortable being hands-on and assisting across departments when required


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