Posted: 26/06/2026
Closing Date: 24/07/2026
Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Melbourne Metropolitan
Job Category: Front Office
We are Veriu Group (pronounced 'Very You')!
Our brands come from humble beginnings and a passion for connecting travellers to the local authenticity of a location. We aim to bring people together in new ways, to create lifelong travel memories that can’t be found in a guidebook, and to help people discover the true experience of a place.
Through our brands Punthill Apartment Hotels and Veriu Hotels & Suites, we operate 25 hotels across Australia and have over 35 years of brand history. Our ambitious plan to operate 80 hotels becomes closer this year with numerous new hotel openings across the country, and this means we’re well on our way to achieving our mission of becoming the largest Australian-owned apartment hotel operator.
Our people are incredible because they're empowered to be themselves. We're not about hierarchy or rigid structure. Instead, we create an environment where people can make decisions, feel supported and access unlimited opportunities for growth. Our values of Relationship-Focused, Integrity, Personal Growth & Ownership Mindset guide our actions and decisions, and are what our diverse culture is all about.
Now is the perfect time for like-minded people to join our expansion journey. If you’re looking for a meaningful role that can make a serious impact, within a culture that allows you to be truly you – you’ve found us and we can’t wait to hear from you!
Welcome to Punthill Essendon
Don't just manage shifts. Learn to run a hotel.
We're looking for an ambitious hospitality leader who's ready to step beyond the Duty Manager role.
You'll work side-by-side with the Hotel Manager, gaining real exposure to the commercial and operational side of the business to prepare you for your next career move.
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Hotel Manager, you’ll be part of a small team of genuine people, looking to create lasting memories and exceptional experiences for each and every guest. No day will be the same, but each day you’ll strive to:
- Oversee the front office inc. complaint escalation and problem-solving, team management and training, rostering & timesheet approvals
- Ensure the front office provides a high level of guest services to guests at check-in, check-out, and during stay, leading by example and setting the standards for the vibrancy we want our hotel to elude
- Create new ways to leave guests with a lasting memorable experience, by thoughtfully tailoring the ways we delight them
- Use your inquisitive nature to identify new sales leads, encouraging the team to do the same, and contributing to the commercial success of the hotel
- Manage emergency situations in a safe and professional matter
- Build strong and authentic relationships with your teammates and our guests
- Provide support and assistance to the Hotel Manager in higher-level hotel management and admin tasks, embracing the opportunity to grow professionally
Benefits
You'll be someone looking for a long-term career with a growing, Australian-owned hotel group. Access:
- National career growth opportunities
- Accelerated development in a variety of hotel management or corporate areas
- Comprehensive onboarding & ongoing support
- The chance to join our Fast-Track Hotel Management Development program
- Genuine flexibility and job security
- High performing culture that values relationships & individuality, where our leadership know you by name
- Generous referral bonuses when you refer your friends to work with us (up to $1000)
- Discounts on accommodation across our network
- Discounts on private health insurance
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program
About You
We work in a fast-paced environment where no day is the same, so we’re looking for people who are adaptable, enjoy variety and operate with an ownership mindset.
The successful person must have:
- Approved Australian working rights (Australian Citizenship, Permanent Residency or a Visa with approved working rights)
- First Aid Certificate (or be willing to obtain within their first month)
- Responsible Service of Alcohol Certificate (or be willing to obtain within their first month)
- Flexibility to work at variety of shifts throughout the week, including public holidays on rotation with other team members (although no overnight shifts required)
- Demonstrated experience leading a team with kindness in order to achieve outcomes
- Demonstrated ability to problem solve and manage escalated complaints with appropriate resolutions
- High standards of attention to detail and communication skills (written & verbal)
- Experience in a role where you've set the standard for genuine and vibrant customer service (the kind that makes the lobby feel like a warm hug)
