Barra Beach is inviting applications from qualified and customer-focused candidates for a Receptionist position in Dar es Salaam. This is a full-time opportunity for an organised and professional individual who can provide excellent guest service and manage front-office operations effectively.
The successful candidate will serve as one of the first points of contact for guests, handling check-ins, reservations, enquiries and guest concerns while coordinating with other departments to ensure a smooth experience.
Applications for the Barra Beach Receptionist vacancy close on 11 September 2026.
Receptionist Vacancy Overview
Employer: Barra Beach
Position: Receptionist
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: Negotiable
Closing Date: 11 September 2026
About the Receptionist Position
The Receptionist will play an important role in creating a welcoming experience for guests from the time they arrive until they leave the resort.
The position involves managing reservations and guest records, responding to enquiries, providing information about resort services and attractions, and working closely with other departments. Therefore, the ideal candidate should be confident communicating with guests and capable of handling several tasks in a professional manner.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Welcoming and assisting guests professionally upon arrival and throughout their stay.
- Managing guest check-ins and check-outs.
- Handling reservations and guest enquiries.
- Operating and maintaining booking and reservation systems accurately.
- Responding to telephone calls, emails, WhatsApp messages and other guest enquiries.
- Providing guests with information about resort facilities, services and events.
- Providing information about surrounding attractions.
- Coordinating with other departments to support smooth daily operations.
- Handling guest concerns and complaints professionally.
- Assisting guests in finding appropriate solutions to their concerns.
- Maintaining accurate guest records and reservation information.
- Performing other related front-office and administrative duties as required.
Receptionist Requirements
Applicants should have the following qualifications, skills and experience:
- Excellent written and spoken English and Swahili.
- Ability to speak additional languages is an advantage.
- Good computer skills.
- Confidence using digital systems.
- Knowledge and experience with hotel or resort booking and reservation systems.
- Previous experience in a receptionist, front-office, customer-service, hotel or resort position.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Good organisational abilities.
- Professional appearance and a welcoming personality.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
- Flexible availability, including weekends and public holidays.
Candidates with experience in hospitality and guest-facing roles are likely to be well suited to this position.
Who Can Apply?
The opportunity is suitable for candidates with previous experience in reception, front office, customer service, hotels or resorts.
Applicants should be comfortable interacting directly with guests, using computerised booking systems and handling enquiries through different communication channels. Strong English and Swahili communication skills are particularly important because the role involves regular interaction with guests.
How to Apply for the Barra Beach Receptionist Vacancy
Interested candidates who meet the requirements should submit their application through the official Barra Beach online application form.
Application Form:
Apply Online
Applicants should ensure that the information provided in the application is accurate and reflects their relevant hospitality, reception or customer-service experience.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Closing Date
The closing date for the Barra Beach Receptionist Vacancy is:
11 September 2026
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline.
Final Thought
The Barra Beach Receptionist vacancy in Dar es Salaam provides an opportunity for an experienced hospitality or customer-service professional to work in a guest-focused environment.
Candidates with strong English and Swahili communication skills, computer knowledge, reservation-system experience and a professional approach to guest service should consider applying before 11 September 2026.
