Hotel Receptionist

The Alexander Hotel Collection; Horley; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Hotel Receptionist to join their team at a stunning manor house. This role is vital for ensuring a memorable guest experience from check-in to check-out. You will be the friendly face that welcomes guests, assists with their needs, and ensures smooth communication between departments. The position offers a dynamic work environment with a focus on guest satisfaction, where your warm personality and organizational skills will shine. Join a team that values service excellence and enjoy a range of benefits, including discounted stays and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

4 weeks holiday rising to 5 weeks

8 Bank holidays

Free car parking

Employee uniform

Discounted hotel accommodation

Discounted hair treatments

Discount off food & beverage

Refer a friend recruitment scheme

Qualifications

• Must be available to work flexible shifts, including weekends.
• Excellent communicator with a warm disposition.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming guests and handling check-ins efficiently.
• Managing guest inquiries and providing information.

Skills

Guest Service

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Data Entry

Job description

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Hotel Receptionist

Langshott Manor Hotel, Ladbroke Road, Horley, Surrey, RH6 9LN

Salary: £23,809.50 per annum + monthly service charge payment

Langshott Manor Hotel, part of Alexander Hotels, a private group of quality hotels of distinction just outside London. 4 Red Star, Award winning Elizabethan Manor House set in 3 acres of stunning grounds with an ancient moat. 22-bedroom hotel with many charming lounges all with open fires, as well as the sumptuous 3 Rosette Mulberry Restaurant.

Please see our website for a full list of facilities and bedrooms.

The Role

A smart, friendly, well-organised, guest service-focused individual is sought to assist our professional Hotel Reception team during busy periods. You must have a five-star smile and a warm and welcoming personality. You are key to our guest service experience throughout their stay.

From the time a guest enters the hotel and spa to the time they pay their bill and leave, you will be an important part of the guest experience. Your actions will determine the guest satisfaction levels and the extent to which they get the most out of their stay. You will also be key in providing internal departments with information so that they can perform to achieve excellence.

Responsibilities

• A mixture of early (6.45am – 3.15pm) and late (2.15pm to 10.45pm finish) shifts are available. Please note candidates must be able to complete the whole shift to ensure continuous guest service and effective handover between shifts.
• Welcoming arrival guests
• Guest check-in and rooming
• Enquiry handling - both in person and on the telephone
• Posting of charges and guest billing
• Taking bedroom reservations
• Producing daily Activity Report for all internal departments
• Upselling facilities and rooms
• Organising porter service where needed
• Balancing the shift and completing 'end of day' procedures
• During quieter times you will be requested to assist the food and beverage assistants

Requirements

• Must be available to work flexible shifts, including weekend shifts, 37.5 hrs per week (5 days)
• Excellent standard of personal appearance
• Excellent communicator in person and on the telephone
• Warm and friendly disposition
• Genuine desire to serve our guests
• Organised and good attention to detail
• Accurate data entry and computer work

The Benefits

• 4 weeks holiday rising to 5 weeks with service
• 8 Bank holidays
• Free car parking
• Employee uniform

In addition, you will benefit from a range of company benefits including:

• Discounted hotel accommodation for yourself and your family at all hotels
• Discounted hair treatments at our two Utopia Spas
• Discount off all food & beverage at all hotels
• Discount of individual treatments booked in our two Utopia Spas
• Discount on retail products in our two Utopia Spas
• Refer a friend staff recruitment scheme

In addition, you will enjoy a range of other benefits when you celebrate your 1 yr, 3 yr and 5 yr anniversary including; your birthday off paid, complimentary overnight stays, complimentary lunch/afternoon tea and service-related holiday.

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