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Guest Service Agent
Role summary
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The Guest Service Agent supports smooth hotel operations by welcoming guests, handling check-ins and check-outs, processing payments, managing reservations, answering enquiries and resolving concerns professionally. Candidates are generally expected to have customer-service or hotel front-office experience, strong communication skills and confidence using reservation or property-management systems. Good English, a polished presentation, attention to detail and the ability to remain calm during busy periods are important. Availability for rotating shifts, including weekends, evenings and public holidays, is typically required. Accor expects team members to provide warm, efficient service, follow security and cash-handling procedures, promote hotel facilities and maintain a positive guest experience. Knowledge of additional languages and local Gold Coast attractions may be advantageous.
Can I work in Australia?
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How it works
How it works: Only Core Skills list jobs (chef, cook, hotel manager) can be sponsored, at AUD 79,423 a year or more; waiters and room attendants are not on the list.
Watch for: The Far North Queensland (Cairns) regional agreement lists waiter, bar and housekeeping supervisors and night auditors, with a pay floor 10% lower.
Official source: Federal Register of Legislation: Core Skills Occupation List for the Skills in Demand visa (Migration (Specification of Occupations, Subclass 482 Visa) Instrument 2024, LIN 24/089, compilation of 7 November 2025). Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Australia
Usual for Australia, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Island resorts rent staff a room in a staff village at low cost; city hotels vary |
|---|---|
| Meals | Island resorts: staff dining at low set prices or 20% off; city hotels vary |
| Flights | Varies by employer |
| Service charge | None; tipping is not expected; casuals get 25% extra and weekends earn penalty rates (by law) |
| Contract | Permanent, part-time or casual; probation of up to 6 months is common; sponsored visa up to 4 years |
| Leave | Full-time and part-time: 4 weeks' leave, 10 paid sick days, paid public holidays (by law); casuals none |
| Income tax | Residents: 0% to AUD 18,200, 15% to 45,000, 30% to 135,000, 37% to 190,000, then 45%; plus 2% Medicare levy |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
About Accor
Accor is a major international hospitality group operating hotels, resorts and serviced residences across more than 110 countries. Its portfolio includes brands such as Sofitel, Fairmont, Pullman, Novotel, Mercure, ibis, Mövenpick and Raffles, covering luxury, premium, midscale and economy accommodation. Accor focuses on guest experience, responsible hospitality, career development and inclusive workplaces. Employees may access training, internal mobility and benefits connected with the company’s ALL - Accor Live Limitless loyalty programme. In Australia, Accor operates properties in major cities, coastal destinations and regional locations, including hotels around the Gold Coast. The Guest Service Agent role would typically be based at a front desk, working closely with housekeeping, food and beverage, reservations and management teams to deliver efficient service from arrival through departure.