Villas Trainee, The Romanos, a Luxury Collection Resort (2026)

Costa Navarino is in Messinia in the southwest Peloponnese, in one of the most unspoiled and breathtaking landscapes in the Mediterranean. It is currently home to four 5-star deluxe hotels, The Romanos, a Luxury Collection Resort and The Westin Resort at Navarino Dunes, W-Costa Navarino and Mandarin Oriental at Navarino Bay. In the coming years, more upscale branded hotels will be added to our portfolio, both in Messinia and Athens.

Navarino Dunes Costa Navarino facilities include 766 bedroom units award winning Anazoe Spa, a 4,000m2 spa & thalassotherapy center, four multi-awarded, signature golf courses, over 20 fine dining venues, 5,000 m2 House of Events and a wide range of sports, such as the “Mouratoglou Tennis Center”, Bayern Munich football academy, Navarino Outdoor and many more.

W Costa Navarino, exclusively for adults and young adults over 12 years old, offers 226 stylish rooms, 2 bedroom suites and 3 bedroom villas with infinity private pools, staged in the Bay of Navarino with stunning Ionian Sea views, The Watersports Center, The Away Spa and gym with a heated 25m-long lap pool, including the new Navarino Agora, an open marketplace with retail, street food, open-air cinema and exciting programming throughout the day and night.

As a Villas Trainee at Costa Navarino, you will embark on an exciting journey of hands-on training and skill development in the dynamic world of Front Office service. This traineeship period will provide you with valuable experience, mentorship, and the opportunity to ace the basics on a luxury, 5-star-branded property.

Join our Traineeship Program at Costa Navarino and kickstart your career in the world of luxury hospitality! We invite you to be part of our dynamic team, where innovation, creativity, and excellence are celebrated daily.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the suites/villas and make sure that all guest requests / preferences/ requested items as noted in the prearrival contact are fulfilled.
• Anticipate and attend courteously, timely and with discretion to guest needs. Resolve any complaints or issues.
• Deliver to each suite/villa refreshing amenities, on a daily basis. Provide F&B services to guests in suites/villas.
• Assist with departure plans the day prior to departure and assist guests accordingly. In charge of packing and unpacking of guest’s belongings.
• Knowledge of menus, facilities, activities etc. Arrange and perform transfers in the resort
• Adhere and maintain all etiquette protocol, always offering safe and courteous service.
• Communicate all guest requests to relevant departments or operators, timely and accurately.
• Follow all H&S rules, hotel policies, SOPs and Brand Standards at all times.
• Attend all trainings and seminars provided by the company and continuously remain updated for all trends and market news

Requirements:
• Associate degree (IEK) or two years technical certificate
• Ability to speak, write and converse fluently in English. Additional languages are a plus.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills / telephone skills
• Thorough knowledge of food products, standard recipes, and proper preparation.
• Must possess a strong desire to provide extraordinary guest service.
• Ability to operate hotel systems & other software programs (computer skills)
• Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations / work under pressure and under supervision
• Ability to be persuasive, warm and empathetic.

Benefits:
What We Offer:

• Competitive Compensation Package
• Private Medical Plan
• Accommodation in the vicinity of Costa Navarino (for non-Messinian associates)
• Meals Provided On-site

Personal & Professional Growth:

• Ongoing Training & Development Opportunities
• Potential for Task Force Assignments Abroad in Marriott Hotels
• Exposure to an International Work Environment

Wellbeing & Perks:

• Use of Costa Navarino Facilities (subject to internal policies)
• Access to the Support Room – Online Wellness Platform
• Discounts at Marriott Hotels Worldwide