Front Desk Host for The Goodwood Hotel - Chichester

The Goodwood Estate Company Limited; Chichester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hospitality company located in the beautiful countryside of West Sussex is seeking a Front Desk Host for The Goodwood Hotel. You’ll be the friendly face welcoming guests, checking them in and out, and ensuring they have a memorable experience. Ideal candidates will have a passion for customer service and experience in hospitality. Exceptional communication and IT skills are essential. This role offers full-time hours with various shifts, plus perks like free event tickets and gym membership.

Benefits

Free tickets to Goodwood events

Complimentary gym membership

Health cash plan

Annual performance share scheme

Free uniform, parking, and staff meals on shift

A beautifully unique working environment

Qualifications

• Experience in a customer-facing role, ideally in hospitality or leisure.
• A natural flair for customer service and a love for working with people.
• Great communication and IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests, check them in and out.
• Help guests discover everything the Estate has to offer.
• Set the tone for a memorable stay.

Skills

Customer service skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Tools

Hotel management systems

Job description

Contract Permanent

Hours Full Time- 40 hours per week, covering shifts (5 out of 7 days)

Closing 25 December 2025

Front Desk Host – The Goodwood Hotel

First impressions really do count – and you’ll be the one making them.

Picture yourself at the heart of the beautiful West Sussex countryside, welcoming guests to The Goodwood Hotel. As a Front Desk Host, you’ll be part of a warm, professional team known for delivering exceptional service with a smile.

Your Role

You’ll be the friendly face that greets our guests, checks them in and out, and helps them discover everything the Estate has to offer. From spa days to flying experiences, you’ll be the one who sets the tone for a memorable stay.

What You’ll Bring

• A natural flair for customer service and a love for working with people
• Experience in a customer-facing role, ideally in hospitality or leisure
• Great communication and IT skills
• Familiarity with hotel management systems (a bonus, not essential)

What You’ll Get

• Free tickets to Goodwood events
• Complimentary gym membership
• Health cash plan
• Annual performance share scheme
• Free uniform, parking, and staff meals on shift
• A beautifully unique working environment

Please note: We’re lucky to work in stunning countryside – this means you’ll need your own transport.

Shift Pattern

Shifts include a mix of:

• Early: 7am – 3:30pm
• Late: 2:30pm – 11pm
• Day shifts

We’d love to hear from you. Click ‘apply’ now!