Receptionist - Premium Lounge

Receptionist – Premium Airport Lounges

Location: Dublin Airport
Salary: €15.50 per hour
Job Type: Full-Time / Shift Work
Recruitment Partner: Excel Aviation

About the Role

Excel Aviation is recruiting a Receptionist on behalf of one of our aviation clients based at Dublin Airport.

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and customer-focused individual to join a premium airport lounge environment, providing a warm and professional welcome to passengers.

As a Lounge Receptionist, you will be the first point of contact for guests arriving at the lounge. You will be responsible for greeting passengers, checking them into the lounge, verifying access details and ensuring each guest receives a professional and seamless arrival experience.

Key Responsibilities

Reception & Passenger Check-In

• Deliver a warm, professional and friendly welcome to all lounge guests.
• Greet passengers on arrival and manage the lounge reception area.
• Check passengers into the lounge using the relevant systems and procedures.
• Verify passenger details, boarding passes, lounge access eligibility or other required information.
• Provide passengers with information regarding the lounge facilities and services available.
• Assist with passenger enquiries and direct guests appropriately.
• Maintain an organised, professional and welcoming reception area.

Guest Service

• Provide excellent customer service throughout the passenger journey.
• Build rapport with guests and create a positive first impression.
• Assist passengers with general queries relating to lounge facilities and services.
• Respond professionally to customer feedback and escalate issues when required.
• Work closely with lounge colleagues to ensure a seamless guest experience.
• Maintain a high standard of appearance and professionalism at all times.

Reception Administration

• Accurately record passenger and lounge access information as required.
• Ensure check-in procedures are followed correctly.
• Maintain accurate records and complete any required reception documentation.
• Communicate relevant passenger information to lounge colleagues and management.
• Report any system, access or operational issues promptly.

Compliance & Safety

• Follow all company procedures, health & safety requirements and airport regulations.
• Adhere to airport security regulations and operational requirements.
• Follow all passenger check-in and lounge access procedures.
• Attend all required training sessions and team meetings.
• Wear the company uniform and maintain professional grooming standards.
• Follow company policies and shift schedules at all times.

What We're Looking For

Essential Requirements

• Previous reception, customer service, hospitality or other customer-facing experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confident dealing directly with passengers and customers.
• Good computer and administration skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Professional and welcoming manner.
• Ability to remain calm and organised in a busy environment.
• Positive, professional and team-oriented attitude.
• Flexible approach to shift work, including early mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays.
• Eligibility to work in Ireland.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an airport security pass.

Desirable

• Previous receptionist or front-desk experience.
• Previous airport lounge, hotel or premium hospitality experience.
• Experience checking in customers, guests or passengers.
• Previous experience working within aviation or an airport environment.

Challenges of the Role

• Managing a busy reception area during peak passenger periods.
• Ensuring passenger information and lounge access details are checked accurately.
• Providing a premium level of service while working efficiently.
• Handling passenger queries and occasional complaints professionally.
• Adhering to strict airport security and operational requirements.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay of €15.50 per hour.
• Opportunity to work in a premium airport lounge environment.
• Full training provided.
• Career development opportunities within the aviation and hospitality sectors.
• Supportive team environment.
• Employee uniform provided.

Apply Today

If you are friendly, professional and enjoy working directly with customers in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now through Excel Aviation and take the next step in your aviation hospitality career.