Hotel Receptionist

AccorHotel; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount Card for Accor Hotels World‑W

Complimentary stays in UK hotels

Flexible rota

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Ibis Cambridge Central Station, part of the Accor network, is seeking a friendly Receptionist to welcome guests, handle registrations and inquiries, and ensure smooth front-of-house service. You will manage reservations, process payments, update guest details, and respond to guest questions while maintaining high standards and a welcoming atmosphere for all visitors.

English fluency is required and a positive team spirit is valued.

Qualifications

• Friendly, guest-focused personality with a passion for hospitality.
• Experience in hospitality is preferred but not required.
• Ability to work independently and manage shifts responsibly.
• Strong communication skills and a problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to cope well under pressure.
• Availability to work weekdays and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests to the hotel and ensure service is handled excellently.
• Register guests and process payments.
• Update guest information in the system.
• Take and confirm reservations for guests.
• Answer queries regarding in-house facilities and local information.
• Deliver excellent service and maintain quality standards.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Handle guest complaints and provide timely responses.
• Pay attention to detail and ensure quality in all tasks.
• Be open to embracing change and adapting to new circumstances.

Skills

Guest-focused

Communication

Problem solving

Independence

Shift management

Weekday/weekend availability

Job description

Our mission atIbis Cambridge Central Stationis to create memorable moments for our guests, by connecting hearts from arrival to farewell. If you have a passion for hospitality and love making people feel welcome, we want YOU to be part of our Team.

Job Description

As our next Receptionist, you will:

• Welcome guests to the hotel and ensure service is handled excellently.
• Register guests and process payments.
• Update guest information in the system.
• Take and confirm reservations for guests.
• Answer any queries guests may have regarding in-house facilities and local tourist information.
• Deliver excellent service to customers and ensure quality standards are consistently met.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Handle guest complaints and remarks promptly, providing timely responses.
• Pay close attention to detail and ensure quality in all aspects of your work.
• Be open to embracing change and adapting to new circumstances.

Qualifications

What Are We Looking For?

• A friendly, guest-focused personality with a passion for hospitality.
• Experience in hospitality is preferred but not required.
• Ability to work independently and manage shifts responsibly.
• Strong communication skills and a problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to cope well under pressure.
• Availability to work weekdays and weekends.

Additional Information

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including pension, additional holidays with service, a "Recommend a Friend" program and Employee Advisory Service.
• Flexible rota.
• Discount Card for Accor Hotels Worldwide.
• Complimentary stays in UK hotels (Free Bonus Breaks Vouchers, subject to availability and T&C).
• Opportunities for career growth and international development.
• A one-night stay experience to help you understand guest needs.
• A supportive work environment with an engaging team culture.

A little more information:

To help you navigate your role, and support your success you will be trained in all front of house related functions and the safety of the property and people.

By joining us as a Receptionist, you will become part of a friendly team of40talents.

To ensure you can best welcome and care for our guests you will need to be fluent in English.

Understanding things from our guest’s perspective is key, so while you are settling into your new role we will arrange a one-night stay for you to experience this first hand.

One more thing…

By working at theIbis Cambridge Central Station,you will be part of the Accor network, worldwide hospitality leader. With us, you can be all you are, work with purpose, grow, learn, enjoy and explore Accor’s limitless opportunities. Discover our Talent stories at heart-of-hospitality.com or on Instagram @heart.of.hospitality

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent, creating an environment where everyone feels they belong.

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