Accommodation Receptionist

Cancer Council SA’s purpose is to reduce the rate and impact of cancer through best practice prevention, research and support services.

We have a proud history of working across every aspect of every cancer for more than 90 years, and this is your opportunity to become a part of that history and become a member of South Australia’s most trusted charity.

Our incredible people and our organisational values of care, integrity and excellence are at the heart of everything we do.

Together, we can all play a part in reducing the rate and impact of cancer.

About the Team

The Mission Unit delivers sustainable, evidence-based supportive care services that promote optimal care and are accessible to all South Australians. It develops cancer prevention and education programs that reach deep into the community, and partners with First Nations communities to improve cancer outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The unit also undertakes and funds high-quality research spanning the continuum from biomedical and translational to population health.

About the Role

Located at 202 Greenhill Road our facility incorporates 120 rooms of guest accommodation.

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic person with exceptional customer service skills, experienced in front office reception to join our team at Cancer Council SA. This position is fast paced where multitasking is essential. You will work with a team who is responsible for all front desk operations including accommodation operations, phone queries, assisting guest and general queries, processing travel subsidy forms, payment transactions and other general office duties as required.

The role requires a passion for customer service, with a compassionate and empathetic manner, excellent communication, interpersonal and time management skills.

About You

• Reception and/or accommodation experience
• Flexibility to work various rostered shifts
• Experience in working with a reservation system. Working knowledge of RMSCloud or similar is desirable
• Ability to work unsupervised and as part of a team and at times under pressure
• Must be highly organised, practice good time management, attention to detail and be able to multitask
• Competence in MS Outlook, Word and Excel

The role is being offered as a permanent part-time position, approximately 56 hours per fortnight. Flexibility in work-days can be considered, however preferred availability is listed below:

 Week 1                                                                 Week 2

Mon - 2.30pm to 10pm                                 Mon - 7am to 2.30pm

Thurs - 2.30pm to 10pm                               Wed - 2.30pm to 10pm

Fri - 2.30pm to 10pm                                    Thurs - 2.30pm to 10pm

Sun - 7am to 2.30pm                                    Sun - 2.30pm to 10pm

About the Benefits

• Generous salary packaging options that can increase your take home pay by paying certain expenses using pre-tax dollars
• Health and Wellbeing program which includes EAP, online wellness program, flu vaccinations and financial wellbeing sessions
• Learning and development opportunities to enhance your career

How to Apply

For more information, please contact Cathy Hubbard on (08) 8291 4112 8291 4112) or via email [email protected] or you can view the position description here.

**Applications close 10.00pm Monday 12 Oct 2026.**Please note, applications will be reviewed as received.

Cancer Council SA values diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive and safe workplace to volunteer and work. As we strive to represent the communities we serve, we welcome and actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and other diverse groups.

As a part of our recruitment process candidates will be required to undertake a National Police Check and may be required to undertake a medical assessment and/or Department of Human Services clearance. While working at Cancer Council SA all our employees and volunteers must be non-smokers, not use e-cigarettes and promote a healthy lifestyle and adopt a sun smart attitude.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier free recruitment process and a supportive workplace. If you require assistance with our recruitment process, you are more than welcome to connect with the contact listed for this opportunity.