Service Associate- Front Office (Receptionist)

Role summary

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The Service Associate – Front Office is responsible for welcoming guests, completing check-in and check-out procedures, handling reservations and payments, answering enquiries, and coordinating with other hotel departments. Candidates should have hospitality or front-office experience, good communication skills, a professional appearance, and basic computer knowledge. Fluency in English is usually expected, while Indonesian and other languages are advantageous. The role requires a friendly, service-focused attitude, strong attention to detail, flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays, and the ability to remain calm while resolving guest concerns. Previous experience with a hotel property-management system is an advantage.

About the employer

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is a global luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong, with hotels, resorts, and related properties across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other destinations. The company is known for personalised service, comfortable accommodation, restaurants, wellness facilities, and strong attention to guest experience. Shangri-La properties typically provide structured operating standards, training, career development, and opportunities to work with international guests and colleagues. Benefits for hotel employees may include service charge, meals, uniforms, medical coverage, staff accommodation, transport, or discounted stays, although these vary by property and contract. In Indonesia, employment conditions depend on the specific hotel location and local labour regulations. Front-office employees are expected to represent the brand warmly while maintaining efficient, accurate, and professional service throughout each guest interaction.

Working in Indonesia

Indonesia offers hospitality opportunities across Bali, Java, Lombok, Batam, Bintan, and other resort islands. Bali has the widest range of hotel, restaurant, wellness, and tourism jobs, while Lombok and eastern islands offer growing resort opportunities and a quieter lifestyle. Indonesian culture values warmth, respect, community, and religious diversity; modest dress and sensitivity toward local customs are important. Living costs vary considerably, with Bali tourist areas generally more expensive than smaller cities or local communities. International applicants should secure a formal employment offer before relocating. The employer normally sponsors the required work authorisation and stay permit, commonly including a work-related KITAS and other approvals. Tourist or short-visit visas do not authorise employment. Candidates should confirm salary, service charge, accommodation, insurance, transport, contract terms, and relocation support before accepting an offer.