Reception Manager

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy; Torquay; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-in options

On-site parking

Meals on duty

40 hours per week

Job summary

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy in Torquay is seeking an experienced Reception Manager for a family-run hotel with cliff-top views and private beach access. The role covers the busy front desk, guest bookings, and coordinating with other departments, with 40 hours per week and weekend shifts.

Live-in options may be available; on-site parking, meals on duty, and a welcoming, home-from-home working environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory or front office management experience.
• Experience in family-run or independent hotels is advantageous.
• Sales, revenue and reservations knowledge.
• Guestline/Rezlynx experience is desirable, training can be provided.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Good written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily front desk activities
• Ensure guest enquiries, bookings and telephone calls are handled effectively
• Support the team with booking procedures to maximise room sales and revenue
• Check guests in and out, alongside restaurant, bar and lounge bookings
• Ensure the front desk remains presentable and appropriately staffed
• Work closely with other departments to provide accurate reports and information
• Complete daily banking and reconcile floats
• Maintain strong knowledge of Hotel services, facilities and the local area
• Support your team to maximise room revenue in line with company standards

Job description

Reception Manager - Torquay | Earn from £32,000 with live-in options and a beautiful coastal setting

Are you an experienced front office professional looking for your next step? We're looking for a confident Reception Manager to join a welcoming, family-run Hotel in Torquay, offering stunning cliff-top views and private beach access. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a busy Reception operation while enjoying a friendly, home-from-home working environment.

Why apply for this Reception Manager role?

• Possible live-in accommodation for those relocating
• On-site parking
• Meals on duty
• 40 hours per week across mixed shifts, including weekends
• The opportunity to work within an independent, family-run Hotel
• A beautiful coastal location with easy access to the local area

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily front desk activities
• Ensure guest enquiries, bookings and telephone calls are handled effectively
• Support the team with booking procedures to maximise room sales and revenue
• Check guests in and out, alongside restaurant, bar and lounge bookings
• Ensure the front desk remains presentable and appropriately staffed
• Work closely with other departments to provide accurate reports and information
• Complete daily banking and reconcile floats
• Maintain strong knowledge of Hotel services, facilities and the local area
• Support your team to maximise room revenue in line with company standards

What we're looking for

You’ll ideally bring previous supervisory or management experience within a front office environment, alongside:

• Previous Reception supervisory or front office managerial experience
• Experience within a family-run or independent Hotel is advantageous
• Sales, revenue and reservations knowledge
• Guestline/Rezlynx experience is desirable, although training can be provided
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Good written and spoken English

If you're ready to take your next step as a Reception Manager in Torquay, this could be the perfect opportunity to combine your hospitality experience with a fantastic coastal lifestyle.

Job Number │ 49035 / INDFOH

Location │ Torquay

Role │ Reception Manager