Recreation Receptionist - InterContinental Abu Dhabi

InterContinental Hotels Group; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 61,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Room discounts

Training programs

Equal employment opportunities

Job summary

InterContinental Abu Dhabi is seeking a warm, confident Recreation Receptionist to join our recreation team. You will be the first contact for guests, welcoming them, handling inquiries, bookings, and payments with a focus on exceptional service.

Demonstrated hospitality experience, excellent English communication, and strong organizational skills are essential. You will coordinate across departments to ensure smooth operations and a welcoming ambience for guests and members.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a receptionist or guest service agent in hospitality.
• Experience in hotel, resort, gym, or recreation environment preferred.
• Proficient in English; additional languages a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Well organized with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests and members warmly and provide a positive first impression.
• Provide accurate information about facilities, hours, activities, and services.
• Handle guest enquiries, bookings, and payments professionally.
• Coordinate with Recreation team and other departments to ensure smooth operations.
• Maintain reception area and guest records with accuracy.
• Support registration procedures and explain facility guidelines.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Proactive approach

Multitasking

English language

Tools

Hotel systems

Job description

At InterContinental Abu Dhabi, we are passionate about creating memorable experiences through genuine hospitality, thoughtful service, and attention to detail. We are currently looking for a warm, confident, and service-oriented Recreation Receptionist to join our Recreation team.

A little taste of your day-to-day:

As a Recreation Receptionist, you will be the first point of contact for guests visiting our recreation facilities. You will create a warm welcome, provide accurate information about our facilities and services, and ensure guest enquiries, bookings, and requests are handled efficiently and professionally.

• Welcoming guests and members warmly and creating a positive first impression.
• Providing clear and accurate information about recreation facilities, operating hours, activities, services, and hotel offerings.
• Handling guest enquiries in person and over the telephone in a professional and friendly manner.
• Managing reservations and bookings for recreation facilities, activities, and services where applicable.
• Maintaining accurate records of guest and member access, bookings, and other relevant information.
• Assisting guests with registration procedures and explaining recreation guidelines and facility information.
• Recognizing returning guests and members and providing personalized service wherever possible.
• Anticipating guest needs and proactively offering assistance.
• Handling guest feedback and concerns professionally and escalating matters to the appropriate supervisor when required.
• Processing payments and maintaining accurate records in accordance with hotel procedures, where applicable.
• Maintaining the reception desk and surrounding guest areas in a clean, organized, and welcoming condition.
• Coordinating closely with Recreation Attendants, Lifeguards, Housekeeping, Engineering, Security, Front Office, and other departments to ensure smooth operations.
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of hotel facilities, restaurants, promotions, activities, and special events.
• Supporting the Recreation team with daily administrative requirements when needed.
• Following all health, safety, hygiene, security, and emergency procedures.
• Maintaining guest privacy and confidentiality at all times.
• Maintaining professional grooming and presentation standards.
• Demonstrating IHG values through positive, genuine, and professional interactions with guests and colleagues.

What we need from you:

• Previous experience as a Receptionist, Recreation Receptionist, Guest Service Agent, or in a similar guest-facing hospitality role.
• Previous experience within a hotel, resort, beach club, fitness club, or recreation environment would be an advantage.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A warm, friendly, confident, and professional personality.
• A genuine passion for hospitality and guest service.
• Good organizational and administrative skills with strong attention to detail.
• The ability to manage multiple guest requests and enquiries efficiently.
• A proactive approach with the ability to anticipate guest needs.
• Good computer skills and the ability to learn hotel and recreation systems quickly.
• The ability to remain calm, positive, and professional during busy periods.
• A professional appearance and strong grooming standards.
• Flexibility to work different shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
• Good command of spoken and written English; additional languages would be an advantage.

What you can expect from us:

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

IHG gives every member of the teamthe room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeingframework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.

So, join us and you’ll become part of our ever-growing global family.