Hidetaka Tanaka


Concierge
Westin Sydney
1 Martin Place
Sydney NSW 2000
PH: +61 2 8223 1164
FAX:+61 2 8223 1261
Westin Sydney

My hospitality career started as a dining car attendant in Shinkansen (Japanese bullet train). I had great fun working there so I choose my career in the hospitality industry. I found a Bell Attendant’s position at the Holiday Inn Yokohama (Japan), working there for 3 years and then moved to Sydney. I was one of the original staff of the Grace Hotel Sydney (opened 1997)and currently working with Westin Sydney. I decided this is my career, not just a job and aimed to become a member of the Les Clefs d’or and did so in 2005.

I enjoy my job because you meet people from all over the world. It is also very rewarding when my suggestions and recommendations have made my guest’s stay in Sydney more special.

To be a successful concierge, you must open your eye all the time and be curious at almost everything to absorb any new information in Sydney. Another thing is you never judge people by their looks. You really need to observe people with care.


The Westin Sydney is seeking enthusiastic and hardworking Porters to join their Concierge team on a part time basis.

The Four Seasons Sydney are seeking two experienced Full Time Concierge Clerk as well as one Casual Concierge Clerk to join their professional team on the concierge desk.

Sofitel Melbourne On Collins seeks an assistant concierge with extensive hospitality experience, an enthusiastic approach and expressive flair to be an integral team member dedicated to creating a unique luxury experience for each and every guest.

This years award will be presented by the Victorian Minister for Tourism, The Hon. Tim Holding.