Front Office Team Member

LGH Hotels Management Limited; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

IGH employee room benefit programme

Employee discounts on bedroom rates

Free meals on duty

Free parking

Eye care

Free legal & money advice

Counseling sessions

Cycle to work scheme

Wellbeing tips and fitness videos

Recipe ideas

Active living resources

Wellbeing podcasts and TV

Breathing exercises

24/7 support line

Team reward & recognition

Job summary

LGH Hotels Management Limited is seeking a Front Office Team Member for its Milton Keynes hotel. You will warmly welcome guests, assist with check-in and check-out, and respond to inquiries and reservations to ensure a smooth, enjoyable stay.

You will work closely with hotel colleagues to deliver consistent service, maintain accurate guest records, and support billing and administrative tasks with care and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Excellent guest-facing communication and friendly demeanor.
• Ability to stay calm and organized during busy periods.
• Collaborative team player who supports colleagues across departments.
• Strong customer service focus with attention to detail and guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests warmly and assist with check-in/check-out.
• Respond to inquiries and guest requests promptly.
• Handle phone and email reservations and manage guest information.
• Support billing, record-keeping and reporting tasks accurately.
• Collaborate with hotel departments to ensure a seamless guest journey.

Skills

Guest-facing communication

Calm under pressure

Team player

Customer service

Job description

We are looking for a friendly, motivated and guest‑focused Front Office Team Member to join our hotel team. As the first point of contact for our guests, you will play a vital role in shaping how they feel from the moment they arrive.

This role is all about helping people feel welcome, relaxed and cared for. Whether you are checking guests in, answering questions or supporting them throughout their stay, your calm approach, positive attitude and attention to detail will help create a smooth and memorable experience.

You will be part of a supportive team where confidence, connection and collaboration matter. Working closely with colleagues across the hotel, you will help ensure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes while keeping the guest experience at the heart of everything you do.

Key Responsibilities

• Welcome guests warmly and professionally, ensuring a smooth and reassuring check‑in and check‑out experience
• Respond to guest enquiries, requests and concerns promptly, helping guests feel heard, valued and supported
• Handle phone calls and emails, take reservations and accurately manage guest information
• Support administrative tasks such as billing, record‑keeping and report generation with care and accuracy
• Work collaboratively with other hotel departments to ensure a seamless, well‑coordinated guest journey
• Our enviable employee discounts on bedroom rates across the LGH hotel portfolio.
• Access to the IHG employee room benefit programme across their global portfolio. (T&Cs apply).
• Shopping discounts - ranging from groceries, fashion, travel, utilities, days out, and even holidays.
• Eye care
• Free legal & money advice
• Counseling sessions
• Cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing tips and support fitness videos
• Recipe ideas
• Advice on keeping active and healthy living
• Wellbeing podcasts and tv
• Breathing exercises
• 24/7 advice and support line
• Team reward & recognition
• Free meals on duty
• Free parking

Who Is This Role For?

This role is ideal for someone who:

• Enjoys working with people and takes pride in making others feel welcome and at ease
• Communicates clearly, kindly and confidently in a guest‑facing environment
• Stays calm and organised, even when things are busy
• Likes being part of a team and contributing to a positive, supportive workplace culture
• Understands that great hospitality is about connection, care and consistency
• Wants to develop their skills within a people‑focused hotel environment

Whether you already have front office experience or are looking to grow your career in hospitality, if you have a genuine desire to help others and create positive experiences, we would love to hear from you.

Hotel

Situated in the heart of Milton Keynes’ business and shopping district, the hotel is a short walk from Milton Keynes Central Station, which offers direct trains to London. London Luton Airport (LTN) is also conveniently just a 30-minute drive away.

For business travelers, the hotel’s proximity to companies like Argos and Santander is ideal, and the 9 flexible conference rooms in the Academy conference center can accommodate up to 100 delegates. Families can enjoy a visit to the nearby Bletchley Park, the former British WWII codebreaking center, just a 10-minute drive away.

Shopping enthusiasts will appreciate the nearby Intu Milton Keynes Shopping Center mall, which offers a variety of high‑street shops. For those seeking adventure, the indoor Snozone provides an opportunity to try skiing

About us

Looking for an exciting career in the hospitality industry? Look no further than LGH Hotels Management! With a growing portfolio of 42 hotels throughout the UK, including globally recognised brands such as Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, and Best Western, all located in prime locations, we are the premier destination for those seeking a fulfilling career in hospitality. Join our dynamic team and be a part of shaping the future of the UK hospitality industry.