Congratulations to our eight students graduating from Lexis Byron Bay this week!
Martina, from Italy, is graduating from Kathleen’s Upper Intermediate class. Kathleen expressed what a pleasure it was to have Martina in the class as she made so many positive contributions to the learning environment. Her participation in class discussions was excellent and her intelligent, analytical questions benefited all the students. She richly deserves her A achievement grade as she worked very hard in class and in self-study. Your English will surely continue to improve as you have a wonderful attitude to language learning. Martina is off to travel around Asia: exploring countries like Japan, Bali and Cambodia. Have a wonderful time Martina, you will be missed here!
(Oliver did not graduate, and is holding up the register.)
Sophie, from Switzerland, is graduating from Kathleen’s Upper Intermediate class. She is a very intelligent student, which makes it no surprise that she graduates with a grade A. She understands new language easily and always participates well with her classmates. Her listening skills are excellent and her writing skills have improved steadily each week. Keep working hard at Lexis Perth- we wish you the best of luck for the future!
Suji, from Korea, is graduating from Kristy’s Pre-intermediate class. Suji is a great and positive person who has shown great progress in ALL areas of English, especially her speaking and listening – well done! Her grammar is strong and she is extending her vocabulary too. All the very best for when you return and enter Intermediate level – you’re ready for it!
Nami, from Japan, is graduating from Kristy’s Pre-intermediate class. She is a great student and a very kind person. She tries very hard with her pronunciation and she has learnt a lot of new vocabulary and grammar. She has shown a great deal of progress in all areas of her English – especially her speaking and listening. Well done Nami- all the best for the future!
Thais, from Brazil, is graduating from Kristy’s pre-intermediate class. When she came to Lexis she was very new to English, now she’s graduating pre-intermediate and her last test result was 98%. She has shown excellent progress in her grammar and vocabulary. It has been wonderful to have you at school Thais, good luck in your next venture!
Helena, from Spain (actually Catalonia), graduates from Mel and Adrienne’s Intermediate class. Her English has improved a huge amount in the last twelve weeks, especially her writing. Her exam results have also improved steadily. She has an excellent attitude to her studies and participated well with her classmates. We will certainly miss Helena coming into reception and laughing at everything! She is going onto travel round Australia and then to Bali, and meeting up with some of her friends from Lexis along the way. Good luck Helena, you will be missed!
Sandra, from Switzerland, graduates from Mel and Adrienne’s Intermediate class. She has come so far in the past eleven weeks with her English and also with her confidence. It has been a delight to see Sandra make so many friends and engage in all the social activities Byron has to offer. She worked very hard and been dedicated to her studies, and her writing and listening skills are testimony to this. Her lovely personality and smile have brightened the classroom. Sandra goes onto Nice, France next to live with a homestay family and fully immerse herself in the French language and culture, what a fantastic adventure! Good luck Sandra!
Shogo, from Japan, graduates from Mel and Adrienne’s Intermediate class. He was a pleasure to have in class. He started his course in the Elementary class and has made excellent progress to be graduating from the Intermediate class 12 weeks later. His pronunciation has improved most profoundly during his time here. He has been a wonderful addition to the class and will be sorely missed. Shogo will be staying local in Byron Bay and finding himself a job here so that he can continue to improve his English by working with native speakers. Good luck Shogo!
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing and Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach.
Raphael is from Bayonne in the South-West of France, he is 18 years old and he headed straight to Australia after finishing high school in France. He arrived in Byron Bay in November 2016 and stayed until March. He’s now headed to Bundaberg to do his farm work, so that he can save up for more travelling around Australia. Raphael joined us an an intermediate speaker and on leaving he achieved an overall A in his Upper Intermediate class. Raphael is sorely missed here at Lexis. Who will DJ for our parties and BBQs now? I’m sure Cheeky Monkeys is missing its most regular customer too.
Raphael has answered some questions for us about his time at Lexis.
Why did you choose Byron Bay?
I remember the evening I spent with my mother in France, choosing the destination for my gap year. Originally, I decided the USA, but then I found a video about surfing in Australia – which made me fall in love with Byron Bay: the best place to surf in Australia! For me Byron is the perfect place for me: small, peaceful, joyful, good waves, no big buildings, but lots of bars to party all week!
Raphael on his very first day of school
What were your weaknesses in English before you came to Australia?
My major weakness in English when I arrived here were – everything! English was my weakness. But more seriously – it was my ability to understand the first time what someone told me. I had to make them repeat 3 or 4 times. Now I can see how far my English has come. Now I can understand films without subtitles easily!
Tell me about your teachers and your classes.
All of the teachers I had at Lexis were lovely. They were truly knowledgeable and made learning fun. In intermediate I had Iruka, I spent many funny times in her class. Then I moved into Upper Intermediate with the lovely Elyse, who was awesome and then I had Kathleen and her amazing games! My most memorable lesson was with Elyse when we had to dress with newspapers (yes yes newspapers!) when we were learning vocabulary about fashion and clothing design. That was ridiculous but so funny!
What is it like living in our onsite Accommodation?
BBSA is now like my home. I met people from all around the world and I learnt about lots of different cultures. The best moments spent were the Christmas dinner, when we cooked Hamburgers, the sushi parties with the Japaneses people, the dinner tortillas with the Spanish guys, the spaghetti party with the Swiss people.Yes you’ve understood, all the best moments are around food!
What were your favourite things to do in Byron?
The best times were all the parties with my bro Tito [See last week’s happy student blog!] and all the others who are like my international family, the days of hangovers when we were all regretting going out the night before. But the best activity was surfing by far. All the surf sessions spent with Hiro, Nil, Pol, Tito and all the others were the time of my life.
What is your most magical moment in Byron?
I remember a time I was surfing at the Pass during sunset, catching one of the best waves I ever caught. The sun was going down in front of me, the reflection of the sun making the water yellow and orange, I’ll remember this all my life I think. I understood how peaceful life can be; in front of me, it was like the most beautiful painting I’ve ever seen: a colorful sunset on the beach. At my right there were people taking pictures and I had a strange feeling that made me understand you have to enjoy the moment with your eyes rather through your phone. Yes I know it sounds very philosophical, but for me happiness is about little things like this.
What is your advice for people who are thinking about enrolling at Lexis Byron Bay?
My advice for people who are thinking about enrolling at Lexis Byron Bay is: Go for it!!! I am 100% sure you’ll not regret it, you will make so much progress with your English, furthermore, there are good activities everyday and lovely people to spend time with.
Raphael graduating – how far he has come!
What does the future hold for you now?
My plans after my farm work are to keep traveling around Australia, then Bali and maybe New Zealand, before coming back to France and going to university. Australia gave me the taste of travel, so I’d like to go in each country in Europe to keep discovering new cultures and people. I also want to go to Kenya and South America too! I want a life of adventure and travel, my nightmare is to be trapped in a routine with my job, Byron Bay has given me a taste of paradise and now I want to keep exploring.
Raphael of to explore the world!
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach.
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing and Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach.
Presentable, reliable house keeper required for permanent part-time position working within a 5 star guest house and private residence in the heart of Byron Bay. Must have previous experience and be able to work unsupervised. Minimum 2 days work with additional days a distinct possibility for the right person. Must have ABN. Please email resume with photo and references to info@28byronbay.com.au
Get Toasted is seeking sandwich hands/kitchen hands and Baristas! Positions open for multi talented people willing to take on a wide range of duties! Must be energetic, punctual, willing to learn and have natural happy customer service skills! Duties will include : – Food prep. – Cleaning. – Till duties. – Shop open/close. – Customer service. – Coffee making (advantageous). – Sandwich making. – Having fun! Emails and calls will not be replied to, please bring your resumes to the shop and introduce yourself!
Drive with Uber and get paid weekly in fares by helping our community of riders get around town. Driving with Uber is a great way to earn cash on your schedule. The more you drive, the more you can earn. It’s simple and perfect for those looking for seasonal, work from home, entry level, temporary, or any type of opportunities. What you need to know: – Earn Great Money: The more you drive, the more you earn. – Flexible Schedule: Make your own schedule as a contractor – any time day or night. – Getting Started is Easy: Signing up is quick & easy! – Get Paid Weekly: Get checks deposited into your bank account weekly. Requirements: – You’re at least 21 years old. – You have a 4-door vehicle. – You have a driver’s license and insurance. – You’re friendly and excited to earn money on your schedule! Additional Information: Our Driver Partners come from all backgrounds and industries – anyone can be an Uber Driver and earn great money!
Keen to be a PADI Divemaster?? Want to earn your diving certifications by participating in an internship so you will be industry ready at the end? Our next Divemaster internship is June 19th until October 29th, 2017. We are now taking applications to begin interviews at the end of this month. We currently offer voluntary internships that take you from Open Water (or your current level of diving certification) to Divemaster. Through the internship you have the opportunity to gain real life, hands on experience through on the job Divemaster training. Through the internship program you will earn all of your diving certifications up to Divemaster level as well as nationally accredited Advanced First Aid, CPR, Oxygen administration and Cylinder filling qualifications. No two days will ever be the same as an intern but some of your duties will be guiding snorkel tours, leading certified divers on tour and searching for Humpback Whales as you deck hand on Whale Watching tours…Please head over to our website to get more information and to find out how to apply at http://byronbaydive.wixsite.com/divemasterinternship
Byron Juice Bar is looking for. Enthusiastic , Happy, Fast Working & Super Friendly Staff to start immediately. Café / Restaurant experience essential. Must be available for 6 months or more. Please bring your resume into the shop from 12 til 5 pm each day. 30 – 40 hours per week available. Looking for staff now see you soon 🙂
We are a dynamic holiday and short term accommodation provider located in Byron Bay and servicing properties in Byron Bay, the Gold Coast, Lennox Head, Scotts Head, and now Melbourne and Tasmania. Our portfolio ranges from apartments and cottages to absolute luxury houses and waterfront villas (see http://www.byronbayholidayrentals.com). We are looking for a Reservations Consultant to join our busy Byron Bay head office with an immediate start. You will become an expert in our portfolio and have a passion for finding the right property for our guests to create a memorable experience for their holiday or short stay. The role will be responsible for the following: – Handling incoming booking enquiries and sales via email, phone and online websites. – Meeting booking targets. – Assisting guests with property related questions and issues during their stay. – Maintaining booking and property information in our management systems. – Handling escalated emergency calls that cannot be handled by our after-hours call centre. The applicant will require the following skills: – Professional phone manner with ability to handle customer issues or complaints and find suitable outcomes. – Strong written communication skills. – A friendly and confident personality. – Experience with sales, performing to sales KPIs, and identifying new sales opportunities. – Excellent time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and enquiries. – Experience with the Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Excel and Word, as well as Google docs. The role will report to the Reservations Manager and will be a key addition to our small but passionate team. As such, a hard working person with a drive to succeed and be part of the company’s future is required. Ideally you will have previous experience or training in tourism and/or real estate, and have been working in a service and/or sales focused role. Experience with property management systems and channel managers would also be well regarded. New/upcoming tourism/hospitality graduates are welcome to apply. The position is part-time and the applicant will be required to work weekdays between 9am-5pm and Saturdays on roster from 9am-1pm. Sunday work may be required in the future but not at this stage. The role is based in our Byron Bay head office so the applicant will need their own transport to and from the office, as well as their own phone for escalated after-hours calls when rostered on. This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to build a career in the accommodation industry with a dynamic and expanding company and a great team.
Greyhound Wicked Travel is the #1 Backpacker Travel specialists in Australia, and we are currently recruiting for a new SALES STAR with a natural CONFIDENCE and ability to achieve results. Join our fun, friendly and motivated team in BYRON BAY, to help backpackers from around the world organise and book their exciting travel around Australia! Do you have? – Sales Experience (promo, door 2 door, telesales, club rep, charity fund raiser). – Fun, Energetic, Self-Motivated with a POSITIVE ‘Can do attitude’. – Travel experience on Australia’s EAST COAST an advantage. – 4-6months commitment. – Sprichst du deutsch? Dann hast du sehr gute Karten in unser Team aufgenommen zu werden. DO YOU BRING A BIG PERSONALITY WITH LOTS OF ENERGY, THAT CAN CLOSE A SALE FIRST TIME? We are after someone who is or has been a backpacker and can help fellow travellers organise their amazing travels around Australia, by getting people into our shops, and buying their dream tours!! -Earn a competitive hourly wage. -Weekly commission paid $$$.-Travel incentives as rewards for top performers. -Ongoing training is given. -Opportunities for sponsorship for our TOP sales performers. Email: ENTER YOUR EMAIL with your resume and short introduction to why you think you’re perfect for the job and what sales background you have!
Discovery Parks is Australia’s largest owner operator of holiday and accommodation parks located in more than 60 of Australia’s most desired locations. The role: We are looking for a great person to join our Byron Bay team as a casual Housekeeper. You will provide housekeeping and cleaning for our various accommodation types including cleaning common areas to ensure the presentation of the property is in accordance with the high standards of our Discovery Brand. What we’re looking for: – Fantastic customer service. – Proven and demonstrated experience in a commercial housekeeping role. – Team orientated but also able to work autonomously. – Excellent time management skills. – Flexible attitude to hours, including weekends and on short notice. – A current valid drivers licence. Remuneration: A competitive rate will be negotiated commensurate with skills and experience. How to Apply: Discovery what matters – APPLY NOW! please visit the careers page on http://www.discoveryparks.com.au or via the link below. Please have your cover letter and resume together in one file ready to upload. Prior to an offer of employment being made, candidates must provide authority for a Federal Police Clearance to disclose any criminal offences or charges.
Small café/takeaway in the Byron Industry and Arts area. Looking for a reliable person to do a variety of duties such as making awesome coffee, serving customers, delivery driving, dishes, assisting chef when needed. Must know how to make coffee !!!! Be very fast and think on your feet. Have a drivers license. NOT be a fly by night traveller eg must be staying for longer than 6 months. NO weekend work !!! Monday to Friday approx. 3 hours a day but will be more later. Local preferred. if you think you would be interested can you please email or drop in a CV today. I wont be talking to anyone till after 4pm this afternoon. Small business, just myself chef/owner and one other. So if small ( eg only 2 of us) doesn’t suit, don’t apply !!!! Please DO NOT PHONE as I am too busy to talk to people, just email a cover letter and your CV. DO not apply if you are moving up from Sydney next week !!! I want someone to start ASAP. Here already. Must have a permanent address. I know you are out there !!! so come on lovely people. Check out Wild Tahini Café on facebook for more details.
Absolute Domestics has been established for over 20 years and operates throughout Australia and New Zealand. As Australia’s largest agency for the home services industry, we recruit, train, co-ordinate and support thousands of domestic cleaners wanting to work in private homes. Due to an overwhelming demand from our clients, we are currently recruiting domestic cleaners to perform spring cleaning, move in, move out and bond cleaning in Byron Bay and surrounding suburbs. You can choose the days and times that you work! You can work alone or team up with a friend or partner. Attractive rates, working close to home and flexible hours are all on offer. You must have the necessary skills to provide in depth cleaning for our clients. A minimum of 6 months previous experience is required along with your own cleaning products and equipment. To speed up your application, please apply directly to our recruitment portal at https://portal.absolutedomestics.com.au/apply?s=j or phone us on 1300574849.
Have you ever considered working with Australia’s largest owner operator of holiday and accommodation parks? Discovery Parks is a growing industry leader located in more than 60 of Australia’s most desired locations. We’re on the lookout for a customer service super star to join our front office team at our Byron Bay park on a casual basis. A customer-facing role, your focus will be servicing our guests and ensuring they leave Discovery wanting more! In this role you’ll also provide support and assistance to the front office team. This role would suit someone with previous experience in a customer-facing setting and ideally have worked within hospitality using RMS. You will be a strong team player willing to “own” your role. You will be a consummate professional, your guest satisfaction skills are second-to-none and you have a genuine desire to progress your career with Discovery. The role includes: – Meeting, greeting and checking-in customers. – Assisting customers by phone, email or in person. Monitoring, identifying and meeting their needs. – Handling and resolving customer complaints in a positive and professional manner. – Making reservations in a computerised system (RMS). With all of the above, the most important thing you will bring with you is your passion for the Holiday Park lifestyle. We believe in creating experiences that people will always want more of. Inspiring and share worthy, the real stuff memories are made of. We’re looking for people who are customer focused, with great local knowledge that can be put to use assisting our guests. You’ll have flexibility in your working hours (including weekends). If you’ve got some experience in front office/reception, a drive to deliver great customer service, and a bubbly personality with a ‘can do’ attitude, we’d like to hear from you.
Beach Bay Byron is seeking experienced and skilled sous chef that is passionate about achieving exceptional customer service and quality food. What we are looking for – Experience in Italian food and language a plus A team player who enjoys to work in a guest focused environment Excellent communication skills and time management Ability to work shift and weekends according to business demands Demonstrate an ability to constantly work well under pressure Have a current working permit in Australia Relevant Diploma Qualification or 3 years full time work experience. If you meet these requirements and are looking for an exciting new role for your career development and/or lifestyle change, we encourage you to apply by sending your resume to: enquiries@beachbyronbay.com.au
We are looking for an enthusiastic, creative and qualified pastry chef to join our large and busy restaurant kitchen in this full-time role. Graze restaurant kitchen offers a high quality dining experience using stunning local produce. It features high quality equipment and a fantastic team, with a strong emphasis on fabulous, fresh produce from the local area. It is an award-winning restaurant. Are you: – Passionate about pastry. – Experienced. – Reliable. – Hard working. – Excited by the chance to work with local produce. Does this sound like you? Then we want to hear from you! IDEAL CANDIDATE: – Previous experience working in pastry in a busy kitchen. – Is a Qualified Pastry Chef. – Has the ability to follow and provide direction. – Provide a consistent level of quality. – Can plan and assist with menu development. – Has an understanding of ordering and budgets. Attention to detail is a must, as is demonstrated culinary expertise. We want someone with creativity and passion to help us produce amazing food and enhance the overall dining experience for our customers. This is a modern kitchen where we provide room to progress within the team and provide great training. This is a kitchen that is based on respect for our colleagues and a fantastic work environment.
Main Street Burger Bar is looking for an experienced Sous chef to join our crew. We also have other potential positions in Byron bay and also for a new venture opening soon in the Gold Coast. We run a very professional organised kitchen with flexible lifestyle hours and opportunity to grow within an evolving company. For the right candidate their is the potential for future share holding, transfer between restaurants and general career development within a fast growing company. We are seeking a chef confident with cooking an American style grill section, prepping and slow cooking meats and fish. Someone who is comfortable in a high volume kitchen an able to run a fast busy pass. You will be responsible for ordering, training junior staff and running the kitchen in the absence of the head chef. Please only apply if you are a confident chef, able to hold your own in a skilled team.
Local Restaurant is seeking experienced and skilled Sous Chef that is passionate about achieving exceptional customer service and quality food. What we are looking for – Experience in Italian food a must and Italian language a bonus! – A team player who enjoys to work in a guest focused environment – Excellent communication skills and time management. – Ability to work shift and weekends according to business demands. – Demonstrate an ability to constantly work well under pressure. Relevant qualification or at least 3 years full time work experience. To apply please contact your local Tursa Employment & Training site.
If you are nuts about our beer, crazy about customer service, and passionate about hospitality, this could be your next exciting endeavour. Keen to learn what it takes to mix it in the Byron Bay Brewery? We’re looking for an Apprentice Chef for our venue whose heart beats faster at the thought of making a delicious pizza and frying the perfect frite. Sound like you?? This Apprenticeship offers the right person the opportunity to learn speed, organisation and structure the fundamentals for a successful career in any kitchen. As an Apprentice you will be offered full training in a supportive and fun environment. To be successful in this role you will have: – Desire and patience to learn solid skills in a fast paced kitchen. – Commitment to participate in structured and on-the-job training. – A love for food. What’s in it for you! – Great working conditions. – 42 hour week including 1 day at NSW Tafe. – No split shifts. – Uniforms and meals supplied Interested?? If you have the right attitude and positivity we would love to hear from you – Apply Now and we hope to be in touch with you soon!
We are looking to hire a night manager on a casual basis, 2 nights a week from 7pm until 2am. We are a busy hostel and your duties will include: – Check-in guest. – Hostel Rounds. – Answering and helping guests. – Selling snacks, drinks and alcohol to take away. You need to have your RSA, be mature enough to endorse some responsibilities that come with a night job and have good customer service skill. Please send your resume through. Training would start on the first week on May.
The Mez Club seeks a fun new bar tender who enjoys a varied role. If you have experience making cocktails in a bar or restaurant plus have a minimum of 12 months floor experience in a fast based venue please send us your resume. The majority of your shifts will be behind the bar but we also like our bar tenders to get out and help a bit when necessary! You must be confident behind the bar and have a good shake! We make alot of cocktails at The Mez Club so you have to be fit and willing to go fast!
We require bright, happy and consistent faces to join our friendly team. Plenty of hours for the right person – should be 30 plus per week.
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing and Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach.
Welcome to our nine new starters joining us at Lexis Byron Bay!!
Maria Clara is from Brazil. She has worked as a psychologist for the Brazilian government since 2005. Her hobbies include diving , Pilates and travel. She chose to study in Byron Bay as she wanted to experience living in a small city and heard great things about the weather and beaches!
Angelo is from Switzerland, but has family in Peru and Spain so has also spent some time living in both countries. His interests are arts, music, drawing, dance and photography. He has just graduated from college and is now taking a gap year for travelling before starting his studies in medicine. He chose to study English in Australia as it is one of the most interesting and multicultural countries in the world, and picked Byron Bay because of friends recommendations!
Sandro is from Switzerland. His hobbies are floorball; he is a coach for a woman’s team who are currently in the top 2 of the Liga in Switzerland. He is also a gardener which he really enjoys as he gets to work outside in the beautiful city of Bern. He chose to come to Australia to improve his English because of the beautiful beaches and sunshine!
Asami is from Japan. She works as a dental hygienist. She chose to come to Australia to study English as she loves the beach and wants to improve her English for travelling!
Mai is Japan. She loves traveling and has visited many countries. She chose to study in Australia so she can make new friends and enjoy the ocean! She wants to improve her English as in the future she would like to work in a travel agency or teach English to children. She also wants to finish travelling the world and be able to talk with people from all different countries!
Maxime is from France. He has been a qualified carpenter for the last year and would like to work within this industry whilst he is in Australia. He is wanting to improve his English as he feels it is very important these days as it helps you to communicate with a lot of people. He chose to study in Byron Bay because of the world class waves!
Madoka is from Japan. She works in a baby and children’s toy shop, which she loves. She wants to learn English so she can sing English songs and watch English movies without subtitles. She chose to study in Australia because of the beautiful sea, sky, fresh food and nature!
Kensaku is from Japan. He is married to Madoka, who also joins us at Lexis this week. He loves the sea and surfing so Byron Bay was the obvious choice for his English studies! He works as a hairdresser in Japan and would like to find a job while in Australia; this is one of the reasons he is wanting to improve his English, and also so he can make new friends!
Laura is from Chile. She has just finished studying Business at University and is now wanting to improve her English as it’s very important for her career. Her hobbies include listening to music, especially at festivals, and outdoor sports. She chose to study in Byron bay because she loves small towns, surfing and the beach!
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing and Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach.
Yesterday we had our monthly Table Tennis Tournament!
The competition started with 16 players in the first round:
Shogo VS Helder: Helder
Francesco VS Arthur: Arthur
Felipe VS Mauricio: Mauricio
Juan VS Bruno: Bruno
Gabriel VS Tom: Gabriel
Julio VS Mariana: Julio
Tito VS Christian: Tito
Roman VS Pol: Roman
On to the second round, the winners then making it through to the semi- final were:
Helder VS Arthur: Helder
Mauricio VS Bruno: Mauricio
Gabriel VS Julio: Gabriel
Tito VS Roman: Roman
Everyone played amazingly but the winners of the semi-finals were:
Helder VS Mauricio: Helder
Gabriel VS Roman: Roman
Helder took on February’s winner Roman in the final……………..
AND WON!!!
Making him April’s Table Tennis Champion!!!
Enjoy your beers 🙂
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach.
Congratulations to our three students graduating from Lexis Byron Bay this week!
Marta is from Spain and graduates from Mel and Adrienne’s Intermediate class. Her English has improved hugely in her 12 weeks with us here at Lexis, especially her writing. She has a great attitude and participated well with all her classmates. We hope you enjoyed your time here and wish you the very best for the future!
Michael is from Austria and graduates from Ellie and Anji’s IELT’s class. He is an extremely conscientious student who always asked intelligent questions to further his understanding of language points. He communicates clearly in English and always contributed interesting points to class discussions. Keep up the hard work and good luck back in Austria!
Iker is from Spain and graduates from Ellie and Anji’s IELT’s class. It has been an absolute joy to have him here with us at Lexis; he has a wonderful enthusiasm for learning and natural curiosity about language. He has picked up new phrases and structures quickly and should be very proud of the progress he’s made. You will be missed! Best of luck for the future.
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing and Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach.
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing and Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach.
Yesterday Jang, Jessie, Hanna, Nami and Elena went on Lexis’ special 1 hour lesson for just $20 with Let’s Go Surfing!
We do this $20 special monthly so if you haven’t tried surfing yet it’s a great and cheap opportunity to give it a go!
Byron Bay is one of the best places in the world to surf so I definitely recommend everyone give it a go while you’re here; you’re guaranteed to have fun!
You can also book 3 hour lessons (2 hours in the water) for $50 through me or discounted packages if you’d like to do a few lessons!
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing or Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach.
Tito is from Switzerland – the small village of Malvaglia. He arrived in Byron Bay 6 months ago and enrolled at Lexis, starting in the Upper Intermediate class. After several months studying General English, he went travelling round Australia in his van, with friends he had met at Lexis. He traveled down the East Coast, into the outback and finally to Sydney, before returning to Byron. He is now knuckling down to study for his Cambridge Advanced Qualification. Tito has become part of the furniture here at Lexis Byron Bay; you will often find him waxing his surfboard, skulking around reception looking for Tim Tams or involved in a heated table tennis match. Tito is a fantastic student and a pleasure to have at school, he is loved by fellow students and teachers alike.
I decided to interview Tito to find out a bit more about his experience here.
Why did you choose Byron Bay?
I chose Byron because I didn’t want to live in a big town with all the hustle and bustle – I wanted to live in a small town – here with the waves I can find peace, enjoying the sunny weather and the fresh sea air. I think I would to define Byron Bay as an open minded and multi-cultural place.
What were your weaknesses in English before you came to Australia?
I was a little bit rusty in everything concerning grammar – for this reason it was essential to go on a formal English course. Being here for 6 months, using the language has become natural – I think it is a process which takes time, but you can really see your improvements by being fully immersed in a situation where the use of this language is required.
Tell me about your teachers and your classes.
I have been enrolled in upper intermediate and then advanced, where I had the opportunity to meet the amazing teachers Claudia and Josie – Claudia is an extremely knowledgeable teacher and I liked her way of explaining a lot of grammar rules which before were difficult for me to understand. Whereas Josie is the most motivating teacher that I have ever had and it’s a great pleasure to learn such a challenging syllabus with a teacher who makes it seem so easy and enjoyable.
What is it like living in our onsite Accommodation?
It’s an extremely comfortable and familiar place to live – there is a very sociable environment, it is very easy to make friends and as soon as you arrive you become part of the onsite family. It is always possible to go out of your room and hang around in the common area, seeing all of your friends. Since my arrival I’ve met a lot of gregarious people with whom I have organised many dinners, for example the Easter Sunday dinner where almost all the residents (50 people) cooked delicious dishes to share in a friendly and pleasant environment. Many students from around the world made different dishes from their home countries. I made a pizza from scratch, inspired by my Swiss Italian heritage – so tasty.
What is your favourite activity that we run here?
The most attractive activity is undoubtedly the table tennis tournament, where only the student with the best skills can win the title and of course the beer. It is always full of cheering crowds, the competition gets very heated. Romain is better than me, so he usually wins, but I win second place, which is also an impressive accolade. Don’t worry if you think you are not going to win, we will still share the beer with you!
What are your favourite things to do in Byron?
Most days I enjoy spending my time at the beach, surfing, sunbathing and playing beach games such as Frisbee and Volleyball. It is wonderful to live and study right on the beach. I will never forget the time when a dolphin passed right under my surfboard, what a breathtaking moment! I often see dolphins when surfing, during the Summer it is as common as seeing bushturkeys. You also can’t leave Byron without experiencing the nightlife of this delightful town; Sticky Wicket, Lala land, The Rails and of course Cheeky Monkey’s are all lovely pubs/clubs where you can meet local people and share drinks and great discussions with your friends. A warning though: Do not abuse alcohol; otherwise you will pay the consequences the next day at school!
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach.
TARGA on Marvell St Byron Bay require an *experienced BARISTA 2-3 days and an *experienced BARPERSON. – 5 nights. – Positions can be shared between day and evening shifts. – Flexible working hours. – Approx 30 hours per week. – Position begins early MAY. – Long term employment opportunity. Please email resumes to targabyronbay@gmail.com with relevant experience/references.
Main Street Burger Bar is looking for an experienced Sous chef to join our crew. We have potential positions in Byron bay and also for a new venture opening soon in the Gold Coast. We run a very professional organised kitchen with flexible lifestyle hours and opportunity to grow within an evolving company. We are seeking a chef confident with cooking an American style grill section, prepping and slow cooking meats and fish. Someone who is comfortable in a high volume kitchen an able to run a fast busy pass. You will be responsible for ordering, training junior staff and running the kitchen in the absence of the head chef. Please only apply if you are a confident chef, able to hold your own in a skilled team. Get in touch by sending a resume and a quick note about yourself to: chrischef1986@hotmail.com
Join a forward thinking and award winning aged care company. Take pride in a meaningful job with a real sense of purpose. Be supported by a dedicated, hardworking and energetic team. So you’re looking for Domestic Catering Assistant / Kitchen hand position in a non-traditional aged care village? That’s great, because Feros is seeking a positive, fun loving and enthusiastic Domestic Catering Assistant / Kitchen hand. This position provides support to our Cooks and contribute to providing high quality nutrition and hydration services for residents within legislative requirements. It is on a casual basis and includes weekend work. More about you: – You will be genuine, caring and compassionate in nature. – You may have a certificate in Food Safety which would be advantageous. – You will ensure the privacy, confidentiality and dignity of clients. – You will maintain professional working relationships with clients at all times. What you’ll be required to do: – Ability to work extra shifts between 4-7.5 hr shifts between 6.30am 8.00pm Monday-Sunday. – To assist the chefs in the daily running and cleaning of a commercial kitchen. – To ensure compliance with Food Safety legislation, the Food Safety Manual and HACCP requirements. – To sanitise and clean dishes and utensils. – To ensure that the commercial catering services and kitchens are kept to a high standard of cleanliness. – To follow assigned schedules and be willing to assist others in the team, as required. – Food preparation as required You may be wondering who is Feros Care and why would I want to work there? We are a not-for-profit, people centred organisation that is dedicated to raising the profile of seniors and supporting them to live their BEST LIFE! We are focussed on delivering our customer promise and pride ourselves in our technology and in our staff. Just visit our website feroscare.com.au to read more about us. For the full details of the role, please see attached the Position Description. Your referees will need to be able to vouch for your abilities and most importantly articulate how your behaviors and skills which made a positive difference when you worked with them. You will need to undergo a police check and prove that you have the rights to work in Australia. We encourage people with disability, lived experience of disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this job. If you are looking for a position where you can truly make a difference in the lives of our seniors while enjoying yourself along the way, we want to hear from you!
The Mez Club is looking for an energetic and charming Maitre ‘D to work on the floor.
You will have a big personality and genuinely enjoy creating a warm, friendly and engaging vibe in the venue. Ideally you will have experience as a supervisor, cashing up and making cocktails although this is not a pre requisite. You will have previous experience working in busy restaurant venues and be an expert server. Please email your resume ASAP. Part time or full time hours to suit. Great career potential for the right candidate.
Brand new restaurant at The Great Northern Hotel in the heart of Byron Bay. Opening Mid May. Sous Chef Position requirements: – 2 years experience gained within a similar role and restaurant environment. – Or a Chef de partie ready to move up to Sous Chef position. – a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent. – Food safety experience. – The ability to support our Head Chef in leading the kitchen and managing the day to day operations of a busy kitchen environment. – the ability to work professionally in a fast paced and often demanding environment. – kitchen leadership experience and kitchen operations management. – a great attitude with a team-first approach. – a genuine passion for providing guests with outstanding culinary experiences. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Email Resume & Cover letter to Rupert Stevens, Head Chef. rupeert.stevens@gmail.com
We are looking for: – Chef de Parties – Demi Chefs – Pizza Chefs/Cooks. Our restaurant is open seven days for breakfast, lunch and dinner and we host some of the largest conferences, weddings and events in the region. You must be able to multi-task and prioritise with pace and expediency to ensure the high standards for our restaurant and conference and events are met. IDEAL CANDIDATE: – Previous experience in a 4 or 5 star resort/hotel. – Full availability including weekends and public holidays. – Great attention to detail with a demonstrated ability to multi-task. – For chef roles – Trade Qualification, Commercial Cookery Certificate or equivalent. – Comprehensive knowledge of hygiene standards. – A passion for food and presentation. – Well presented with strong communication skills. – Reliable and committed. – Strong Work Ethic. So if your passion is food and you are looking for a new challenge and seeking a role that can offer stability in a stunning location, please click APPLY and attach a cover letter indicating the position you are interested in and your resume.
Who we are: Drive with Uber and get paid weekly in fares by helping our community of riders get around town. Driving with Uber is a great way to earn cash on your schedule. The more you drive, the more you can earn. It’s simple and perfect for those looking for seasonal, work from home, entry level, temporary, or any type of opportunities. What you need to know: – Earn Great Money: The more you drive, the more you earn. – Flexible Schedule: Make your own schedule as a contractor – any time day or night. – Getting Started is Easy: Signing up is quick & easy! – Get Paid Weekly: Get checks deposited into your bank account weekly. Requirements: – You’re at least 21 years old. – You have a 4-door vehicle. – You have a driver’s license and insurance. – You’re friendly and excited to earn money on your schedule! Additional Information: Our Driver Partners come from all backgrounds and industries – anyone can be an Uber Driver and earn great money!
Reservations/FOH/Duty Officer – Tourism Industry Small Business. Permanent Part Time time position – 14 – 18 hrs per week. Including work weekends, also shifts available for staff on leave etc. Previous Tourism and Hospitality experience desired. $23.24 to $27.66 per hour plus superannuation, incentives to be negotiated. Heavily based around reservations, reception work, customer service and staff management. Handling several roles within one. Must be experienced in a fast paced reservations environment, previous experience with using reservation systems necessary. Excellent people management skills. Demonstrated experience in high level customer service. Ability to implement systems and maintain them, ability to enter compliance data, compile reports and submit to relevant regulatory bodies. Minimum 2 years experience in reservations. Excellent Organisational skills. Marketing experience an advantage. Business building experience an advantage. Experience in business financial management an advantage. Mature level headed ability to work under pressure. Ability to identify areas for growth and apply strategies to work towards this. Email Resumes: info@goseakayakbyronbay.com.au
Cleaner required for busy Restaurant in Byron Bay. We are looking for somebody to work from 630am for 2-3 hours cleaning in the mornings 2-3 days per week. Applicants must be thorough and pay close attention to detail. Attractive hourly rate on offer.
Local restaurant is seeking to employ back of house hospitality staff. Applicants must have relevant experience, excellent attitude and reliability. Specific skills in dishwashing, cleaning and fish mongering are desired. 7 day roster rotating roster, weekend and night work required. To apply please contact your local Tursa Employment & Training site.
Must be experienced in coffee making. Part-time position. Apply in person at Village Bakehouse (next to IGA Sunrise) Byron.
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing and Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach.
Nick will be at school every Monday at 12.15pm to buy and sell your bikes, and also assist with any repairs and/or maintenance!
You can also call: 0473 114 052 or email him: nick.bygate@hotmail.com at any other time if you have urgent repairs.
He will be selling brand new bikes for $250 and used bikes between $80 – $120 depending on their condition.
He also offers the option for short stay students to hire bikes; this would be just $4 a day.
So there’s an option to suit everyone’s requirements!
All bikes come with one free service and any additional repairs would be at a small fee.
To give you a bit of background on Nick……
He is a downhill mountain biker and has traveled around Europe racing in World Cups; pretty impressive!
He raced for the New Zealand Juniors when he was younger but decided to move to Byron Bay a year ago to focus on some of his other passions; surfing, fishing and partying!
I previously worked with him at a travel company and he is an all round great guy; I’m looking forward to us working alongside him to provide you with all your bike needs 🙂
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing and Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach.
Today at Lexis Byron Bay we just have 1 new starter and 1 returning student!
Welcome to Natsumi and welcome back to Maya!
Natsumi is from Japan. She enjoys snowboarding, swimming, yoga and traveling. She wants to improve her English so she can travel and make new friends from around the world. She would also like to change her job when she returns back to Japan and feels speaking fluent English will give her more opportunities!
Maya was previously here with us at Lexis from September to December last year, and enjoyed her time here so much that after a brief trip home to Japan she’s now back with us until March next year!
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing and Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach.
It was a great way to end the short week and start the long Easter weekend!
The sun was shining so the students enjoyed their sausages and snacks out on the grass 🙂
We also had chocolate eggs and bunnies hidden around school, well done to those of you who found them; especially those who did so without my help!
We hope you all enjoy your 4 days off! HAPPY EASTER!!
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing and Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach.
Congratulations to our seven students graduating Lexis Byron Bay this week!
Mayumi is from Japan and graduates from Ellie and Anji’s IELTs class. She has come such a long way since she started with Lexis Byron Bay 52 weeks ago. Her great attitude and sense of humour made her a pleasure to have in class and she always approached all tasks enthusiastically. Best of luck for the future!
Isabelle is from Germany and graduates from Ellie and Anji’s IELTs class. She has been such a joy to have here at Lexis; she always contributed interesting ideas to discussion activities and interacted well with fellow students during out of class activities. She has an inquisitive mind and always asked intelligent details. We will miss you!
Maria Elena is from Spain and graduates from Ellie and Anji’s IELTs class. She sadly had to leave us early but sent Lisa a lovely message today thanking everyone at Lexis. She has been a pleasure to have here and always participated well in activities and class discussions. We wish you the very best for the future!
Fabienne is from Switzerland and graduates from Ellie and Anji’s IELTs class. She is a lovely friendly student and it has great having her here at Lexis, even if it was just for a short time. She worked hard and participated well in all activities. Good luck for the future!
Tamara is from Switzerland and graduates from Ellie and Anji’s IELTs class. She picked up language points quickly and has an advanced level of English in all skill areas; she should be very proud of herself! Enjoy your travels in Australia and best of luck for the future!
Cindy is from Switzerland and graduates from Paul’s FCE class. She has picked up new language quickly and communicated it extremely effectively. It has been lovely having her here at Lexis, we will miss her smiley face. Have fun on your travels!
Karen is from Switzerland and graduates from Michelle’s Elementary class. Her confidence and speaking ability have grown so much in her 4 weeks with us here at Lexis. She participated well in class activities and will be missed by all her classmates. Good luck for the future!
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing and Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach.
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing and Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach.
Kitchen hand at commercial food production We are looking for like minded people to join us at Extraordinary Foods. We are making Kale Chips, and other extremely healthy and tasty snacks. Our goal is to make healthy food tasty and vice versa to inspire people to follow healthier lifestyle. We need somebody who will be able to learn our process and methodology, and be responsible for preparing batches of our healthy products. Attention to detail is vital. We care about the details and so should you, if you decide to join us. We’d really like to work with someone for a long period of time. So if you are looking for a short term position you should probably keep looking. Details: — 4 days per week is an average, usually Monday to Friday. Around 7-8 hours a day (it can be less/more, depends on production). Flexibility required. — We are located in Byron Arts & Industry Estate. — It is really important to work fast and stay focused — If you like healthy food, but don’t have formal cooking experience, that’s ok — Ability to not to get bored and stay concentrated while doing monotonous work — Reasonable pay (We are very small company just started)/ possibility of growth. Please send a short story about yourself and your experience with healthy food and your CV to: giulia@extraordinaryfoods.com.au JUST E-MAIL PLEASE WITH RESUME ATTACHED . NO PHONE CALLS. IF YOU MAY BE THE RIGHT CANDIDATE YOU WILL HEAR FROM US. THANK YOU
Want to work but still have fun. Asia Joes offers a great work life balance. Experience working on woks an advantage but not necessary. Happy to take on people how have kitchen experience and would love to progress also. Please email thebayfoodcompany@gmail.com
With its stylish design and architecture, the multi award winning Byron at Byron Resort and Spa is inspired by its pristine surroundings. Set within a stunning subtropical rainforest. The Byron at Byron Resort provides an idyllic escape in a relaxed atmosphere whilst offering all the special touches. Our guests enjoy exceptional service, great food and wine, all with a smile. The Restaurant at The Byron at Byron showcases Northern River’s local produce with passion. Menus change each season to reflect the diverse regional offerings while daily specials embrace the chef’s pick of the day. With access to the best regional produce, our modern and well-equipped kitchen, and working with a friendly and hardworking team, our chefs are involved in all aspects of kitchen operations including cooking for a la carte, buffet and functions. Our Sous Chef works closely with our Head Chef in leading the kitchen team to ensure that we are continually delivering high service standards and high quality, well presented food to our guests. Responsibilities: – In conjunction with Head Chef, organise the production of high quality food according to seasonal menus. – Assist in managing rosters for the kitchen team whilst maintaining wage costs within budget. – Supervise and train the kitchen team, establish working schedules and assess staff performance. – Fully comply with and enforce Food Safety and Hygiene Standards. – Create a harmonious environment amongst all staff within the kitchen and restaurant team. – Maintain food costs within budget by strict portion control and minimal wastage. – Menu planning and compilation as well as recipe costing and recommended selling prices. Skills and Experience Requirements: – Previous experience working as a Sous Chef in a high volume kitchen. – Previous experience in a 4 or 5 star hotel/resort. – Strong verbal and written communication. – Excellence in time management. – Maturity and passion for the industry. – Able to work days, nights, weekends and public holidays. – Able to work under pressure and produce a high quality product. – Excellent personal presentation. – Strong leadership skills, work ethic and team player All applicants must have full working rights in Australia to apply. Student visas and holiday visas will not be considered. To apply, please click the ‘Apply Now’ button or send your resume and a cover letter through to careers@thebyronatbyron.com.au
New restaurant within a well known venue in the heart of Byron Bay is looking for hospitality industry professionals. Due to open early May.
Sous Chef Position requirements: – 2 years experience gained within a similar role and restaurant environment . – Or a Chef de partie ready to move up to Sous Chef position. – A Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent. – Food safety experience. – The ability to support our Head Chef in leading the kitchen and managing the. – Day to day operations of a busy kitchen environment. – The ability to work professionally in a fast paced and often demanding environment. – Kitchen leadership experience and kitchen operations management. – A great attitude with a team-first approach. – A genuine passion for providing guests with outstanding culinary experiences.
Casual Qualified Chef & Apprentice Chef requirements: – Relevant Experience in excellent kitchens. – Excellent attitude to cooking, learning and improving. – A genuine ambition to contribute to a team. – A desire to be part of a really good kitchen. -Comprehensive cooking experience & skills.
Email Resume & Cover letter to Rupert Stevens, Head Chef: rupeert.stevens@gmail.com
Beaumont Consulting are currently seeking all levels of Chefs to work for clients in the Byron Bay area. We have some exciting opportunities coming up for both temporary and permanent roles in various areas. Our clients are spread across a few sectors: catering, events, restaurants, bars and hotels. About you: – Have experience working in similar style venues. – Trade Qualified. – Have excellent communication skills. – Must have own transport. – Excellent communication, time management and organisational skills. – Flexible availability – including weekends, and functions. – Experience in building, leading, mentoring and developing teams. – Ability to work in a fast paced and high demanding role while maintaining a positive and professional attitude. About the role: – Function and Event menu planning. – Work within a kitchen team that delivers exceptional food quality and presentation. – Experience with stock ordering and stock control. – Available for weekday, nights and weekend work. – Maintain a high standard of food hygiene, safety, infection control and cleanliness. – Ensuring expectations of premium service are consistently met.
Love interacting with customers and working in a fast paced team. Have a current RSA and can work for at least 6 months. Then send your resume through to thebayfoodcompany@gmail.com
Looking for a gun barista. Must have at least 3+ years experience for a specialty coffee cafe. EKG knowledge, manual machine. Must be able to work independently Please email resume to chantellelee.roberts@gmail.com No travellers please No casual coffee makers please.
Greyhound Wicked Travel is the #1 Backpacker Travel specialists in Australia, and we are currently recruiting for a new SALES STAR with a natural CONFIDENCE and ability to achieve results. Join our fun, friendly and motivated team in BYRON BAY, to help backpackers from around the world organise and book their exciting travel around Australia! Do you have? – Sales Experience (promo, door 2 door, telesales, club rep, charity fund raiser). – Fun, Energetic, Self-Motivated with a POSITIVE ‘Can do attitude’. – Travel experience on Australia’s EAST COAST an advantage. – 4-6months commitment. – Sprichst du deutsch? Dann hast du sehr gute Karten in unser Team aufgenommen zu werden. DO YOU BRING A BIG PERSONALITY WITH LOTS OF ENERGY, THAT CAN CLOSE A SALE FIRST TIME? We are after someone who is or has been a backpacker and can help fellow travellers organise their amazing travels around Australia, by getting people into our shops, and buying their dream tours!! – Earn a competitive hourly wage. – Weekly commission paid $$$. – Travel incentives as rewards for top performers. – Ongoing training is given. – Opportunities for sponsorship for our TOP sales performers.
Email: ENTER YOUR EMAIL with your resume and short introduction to why you think you’re perfect for the job and what sales background you have!
Seeking temporary assistance in our household while I travel overseas in June for approximately one month. Must be able to start no later than first week of June and stay until 3rd July. Accommodation and meals provided daily in exchange for approximately 4 hours of light household duties, cooking and assisting kids. Children are 10, 12 and 14. We have a comfortable home and you will be accommodated in your own room with en-suite facilities. Driver’s Licence necessary.
We are seeking travel superstars – Travel Consultants to join our vibrant Reservations Team and sell bucket-list travel packages to our loyal customer base. This is a unique opportunity to join Australia’s fastest growing travel company in beautiful Byron Bay, NSW. Key Tasks: – Answer a high volume of inbound phone calls. – Respond to a high volume of inbound emails and live chat messages. – Provide accurate information and develop strong product knowledge. – Process reservations and travel documentation. – Confidently convert enquiries to sales. – Assist customers to navigate our website. – Process payments. – Complaint handling and conflict resolution. Required Skills: – Exceptional phone manner. – Professional written communication skills. – Strong procedural focus. – Problem solver. – Strong service orientation. – Motivated, reliable and conscientious. – Sense of urgency and ability to work under pressure. – Extensive customer service experience. – Administration & attention to detail. Desired Skills: – Recent retail travel agency experience including GDS use. – Background in and knowledge of the Australian Travel Industry including key destinations and seasonality. – Strong airfare and cruise product knowledge. – Call centre experience. This is a 5 day per week position on a rotating 7-day roster, with evening and weekend work required.
Sulis Lifestyle Salon and Spa in Byron Bay are seeking a self-motivated and energetic and Experienced Personal Assistant to support salon operations and management. This exciting and dynamic role would be most suited to a confident and emotionally-intelligent professional who is happy to work with utmost professionalism, diplomacy and tact whilst still developing a warm rapport with fellow staff and guests. The role will be on a part time basis for approximately 25-30 hours per week. Our ideal candidate will: – Have experience in the role. – Demonstrated ability to work with business and commercially sensitive information and maintain confidentiality. – You will also need a great sense of humour, strong emotional intelligence, exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, along with a genuine care for others. – Excellent time management and organisational skills with the ability to be flexible and adaptable in the face of changing organisational priorities and ambiguous environments. – Ability to evaluate and recommend changes to existing processes and procedures for greater effect. – Well developed written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail. – Be solution orientated. – Experience with CRM or salon software preferred.
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing and Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach.
We started by making chocolate chip cookies, and then while these cooked in the oven…..
we melted dark and milk chocolate and mixed it with cornflakes to make Easter nests!
There was a lot of food testing happening as they were being made; but as Celine pointed out, this is very important for quality control!
Once the cookies were out of the oven the students decorated them with icing; there were a few interesting designs not related to Easter….
Both treats are simple and fun to make and tasted delicious!
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing and Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach.
In Watford, North London – the home of Harry Potter World!
Which languages can you speak?
Only one – English! How embarrassing! I got a B in GCSE French too – Bonjour!
Which countries have you visited?
Too many to count, but I’ll try….. Australia, India, Kenya, Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, Morocco, Egypt, South Africa, America, Canada, Germany, Italy, France, Poland, Netherlands, Greece, Austria, Belgium, Croatia, Cyprus, Macedonia, Spain, Portugal and Turkey!
What do you love the most about your job?
Working with such a great team – especially Claire and Lisa 🙂
What is your top English learning tip?
Speak English with your friends and encourage them to correct you.
What have you always wanted to be?
I love food, so any job relating to eating would be great!
Where will we find you at 11pm on a Saturday?
At the Mez Club ordering Lychee Martinis 😛
What about 8 am on a Saturday?
Probably still in bed – thinking about where to go for breakfast.
Tell us something not to miss out on in Byron Bay….
The tacos from Chihuahua!
Which is your favourite restaurant/cafe in Byron Bay?
The Farm – for breakfast, lunch and dinner!
What is your dream holiday destination?
On safari in Kenya – I’ve already been but I’m desperate to go back.
Tell us something we didn’t know…
My brother was an extra in the first Harry Potter film #claimtofame
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing and Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach.
Welcome to our three new students joining us at Lexis Byron Bay today!
Felipe is from Chile. He first came to Australia last July to study English for 5 months, he then took a break to travel parts of Asia, and is now back studying English with us here at Lexis! He is an engineer in Chile but works here as a carer. He wants to improve his English to help him on his travels, which he plans to do more of when he’s finished his course in Byron!
Gustavo is from Brazil. He enjoys sports including surfing and running. He is very interested in permaculture and would like to learn more about this whilst he is in Byron Bay. He’s looking forward to learning more about Australia’s culture, meeting new people, improving his English and visiting other cities whilst he’s here!
Elena is from Switzerland. She loves horse-riding and spends a lot of her free time with her horse. She wants to improve her English for when she goes travelling, she feels it’s important as she’ll then be able to communicate with people from lots of different countries. She chose to study in Australia as it has always been her dream to visit here, and what better place than Byron Bay!
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing or Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach.
Congratulations to our nine students graduating from Lexis Byron Bay this week!
Ella is from Switzerland and graduates from Claudia’s and Kathleen’s Upper Intermediate class. She has been a real conscientious student and participated well in class discussions; her contributions were greatly appreciated. We wish her the very best for the future!
Chantal is from France and graduates from Claudia’s and Kathleen’s Upper Intermediate class. She is a really dedicated and hard-working student who’s English has improved in all areas during her 6 weeks at Lexis. Good luck for the future!
Yuna is from Korea and graduates from Ellie and Anji’s IELTs class. She has been a pleasure to have here at Lexis Byron Bay, she got along well with everyone and always had a smile on her face. She worked hard and her listening and speaking skills have improved a great deal. Enjoy Sydney!
Millan is from Spain and graduates from Ellie and Anji’s IELTs class. His command of the English language is excellent and across all skill areas he has shown himself to be very competent. He made valuable contributions to lessons and will be missed! Enjoy the rest of your time in Byron Bay!
Oscar is from Spain and graduates from Ellie and Anji’s IELTs class. He is a hard working student who picked up the new language quickly. He always contributed interesting opinions to class discussions and participated enthusiastically in out of class activities. We will miss you very much but wish you well for the future!
Karise is from Brazil and graduates from Ellie and Anji’s IELTs class. She has progressed so much in her 16 weeks at Lexis and should be very proud of this! She communicated really well and was always a pleasure to have in class. Have a great time in Bali!
Timon is from Switzerland and graduates from Ellie and Anji’s IELTs class. He has picked up his new language quickly and with just a little bit more practice would be at advanced level! He has a lovely nature and will be very much missed! Have the best time in New Zealand and Samoa!
Svenja is from Switzerland and graduates from Ellie and Anji’s IELTs class. She has worked very hard in her 12 weeks here at Lexis Byron Bay and advanced from Intermediate to Upper Intermediate, to then achieving excellent scores in her practice IELTs test; you should be very proud of yourself! You will be missed in class and the activities! Best of luck for the future!
Rodrigo from Brazil also received his graduation certificate today but he and his wife Clara will hopefully be returning to us soon! They felt their 2 weeks here at Lexis Byron wasn’t long enough so would like to return to us after their holiday!
Jiyeon (Rachel) is from Korea and graduates from Mel and Adrienne’s Intermediate class. She has worked hard in her 8 weeks at Lexis and this has paid off with her graduating with an A! She interacted well with her classmates and in class discussions and her English skills have improved in all areas. We wish you all the best for the future!
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing or Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach.
Our lovely teachers Michelle and Adrienne kindly covered yesterday and today’s activities for me whilst we’re a person down on reception (Naomi will be returning from Bali tomorrow, yay!)
For Coffee Lounge Michelle, Sandra, Isabelle, Consuelo and Nicole stayed out of the rain and enjoyed hot drinks, Tim Tams and a game of Jenga!
Today was the first bit of sun we’ve had the past 2 weeks so a lot of the students took this opportunity to head straight to the beach, but Adrienne still had 3 players for today’s Poker Tournament before they also rushed off to enjoy the sunshine!
Felipe was this months winner and has some cold beers waiting for him in the fridge 🙂
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing and Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach.
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing or Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach.
St Elmo Byron Bay are hiring kitchen hands/ dishwashers for immediate start please call
Craig for more information on 0410321604. Please forward cv/resume to chef@stelmodining.com
The Mez Club is seeking experienced Cocktail Bartenders to join our team. This role will suit somebody who is looking to work making mostly cocktails in a busy and fast paced environment. The ideal candidate will have: – At least with at least 2/3 years working with cocktails. -Good knowledge of all classic cocktails. -Experience working in fast paced venues. -Discipline and high standards behind the bar. -Available nights and weekends. In return: – 25 hours + per week. -Mixture of day and night shifts for the right candidate. -Variety of shifts for those interested on working the restaurant floor also. -Fun & lively working environment. – Potential to work across two different venues. Pleases end all resume’s to simon.oxley@misscuisine.com.au.Trials can be organised as soon as possible as this position is for immediate start!
We are seeking hospitality/retail superstars to help across all areas of our personal shopping business. We appreciate happy people with an eye for detail. A service industry background, plus motorbike/car licence a must. Please email your CV to: camillatowers@gmail.com
Apartment complex in Byron Bay with pool, spa, gym etc needs maintenance cleaner with handyman experience to assist the Building Manager. Complex is well presented and maintained so someone who takes pride in their work, is fit, reliable and enjoys variety will fit in well as part of the team. – Five days a week. – Min 16 to 20 plus hrs per week, casual position. – 6:30am start. – Reliability is a MUST! – Fit and live locally. – Pool experience highly desirable. – MALE OR FEMALE candidates as there is no heavy lifting involved.
Absolute Domestics has been established for over 20 years and operates throughout Australia and New Zealand. As Australia’s largest agency for the home services industry, we recruit, train, co-ordinate and support thousands of domestic cleaners wanting to work in private homes. Due to an overwhelming demand from our clients, we are currently recruiting domestic cleaners to perform spring cleaning, move in, move out and bond cleaning in Byron Bay and surrounding suburbs. You can choose the days and times that you work! You can work alone or team up with a friend or partner. Attractive rates, working close to home and flexible hours are all on offer. You must have the necessary skills to provide in depth cleaning for our clients. A minimum of 6 months previous experience is required along with your own cleaning products and equipment. To speed up your application, please apply directly to our recruitment portal at https://portal.absolutedomestics.com.au/apply?s=j or phone us on 1300574849.
We have a farm just near Byron Bay and we have lots of horses, chooks and ducks. We need help with general farm work, if you can ride there is a beach that we ride on everyday. This is a trade for accommodation and food. We are 30 minutes from Byron and literally right on the beach. You will have your own room, get in touch if you would love to have a fun experience on the beach.
Drive with Uber and get paid weekly in fares by helping our community of riders get around town. Driving with Uber is a great way to earn cash on your schedule. The more you drive, the more you can earn. It’s simple and perfect for those looking for seasonal, work from home, entry level, temporary, or any type of opportunities. What you need to know: – Earn Great Money: The more you drive, the more you earn. – Flexible Schedule: Make your own schedule as a contractor – any time day or night. – Getting Started is Easy: Signing up is quick & easy! – Get Paid Weekly: Get checks deposited into your bank account weekly. Requirements: – You’re at least 21 years old. – You have a 4-door vehicle. – You have a driver’s license and insurance. – You’re friendly and excited to earn money on your schedule! Additional Information: Our Driver Partners come from all backgrounds and industries – anyone can be an Uber Driver and earn great money!
Greyhound Wicked Travel are hiring in Byron Bay. The pay rate $24 per hour on weekdays and $39 on weekends. We have a great bonus structure and free trips on offer for those who meet sales targets. We also offer sponsorship visa’s to those who excel in the company if they wish to stay long term. What do you need to apply? (These are preferred but not essential): – 3+ months left on working holiday visa. – Must be fluent in English speaking, reading & writing. – Experience in Sales, Promotion, fundraising, marketing, recruitment. – East Coast experience is a bonus (Fraser Island, Whitsundays, Skydive, Barrier Reef). – A positive, can-do attitude & the ability to work well as part of a team. When, Where & How? Trials are currently being held THIS WEEK in store -Apply Now! Please TEXT your Name/Nationality + WHY you think you will be perfect for the job to Matthew: 0466248535 and i will call you to arrange an in-store interview.
We are looking for an experienced receptionist with a strong knowledge of CHARTS for our hotel in Byron Bay. About us: we are a busy and dynamic hotel across the beach. We deal with a great range of customers, which keeps the job interesting. This is a casual position which requires to be available to work on weekdays and weekends. Starting with a couple of shifts per week, the hours will increase in the next coming months. It is a long term position so apply ONLY if you are a long term resident of Byron Bay or plan to be, no travellers please. Please attach your resume to your application and mention which PMS system you used in your previous jobs.
Do you LOVE Just Jeans? Can you provide our customers with exceptional customer service while being the face of our brand? Are you ready to start your career in one of the most well known fashion brands in Australia? If you’re nodding your head, ‘Yes!’ then we want to hear from you!! We are looking for enthusiastic and energetic staff members who are keen to join our team of Denim fit experts!! We offer: – Awesome discounts! (Talk about perks!). – All the training to get you started in Fashion retail (And then some if you want it!). – A positive and fun culture to work in! (We love coming to work!!) Excited about what you’ve read? Apply online now!
If you want to join our team and be part of our next chapter, keep reading…The Check List: Do you have a minimum 2 years experience working as a Chef in a kitchen?Are you a confident and organised individual?Do you have a genuine passion & love for hospitality & guest experience?Do you want to be part of an award winning kick ass team? The Application: Sounds like you? Please email your resume to hello@thebolthole.com.au outlining why you should get this job. Sounds like someone you know? Send them this advert and top up your Karma!http://www.thebolthole.com.au
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing and Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach.
. Australia gave me the taste of travel, so I’d like to go in each country in Europe to keep discovering new cultures and people. I also want to go to Kenya and South America too! I want a life of adventure and travel, my nightmare is to be trapped in a routine with my job, Byron Bay has given me a taste of paradise and now I want to keep exploring.
