Receptionist

Bovey Castle, Devon; Highweek; In loco; GBP 12.000 - 18.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Generous leave

Monthly tips

Discounts & perks

Wellbeing center

Health plans

Sustainable commuting

Exclusive perks

Employee recognition

Descrizione del lavoro

Bovey Castle, part of the Eden Hotel Collection, is seeking a Receptionist to welcome guests, assist with check-in/check-out, and coordinate with departments to ensure a memorable stay. You’ll shape first impressions through warm service and accurate room handling.

Ideal candidates bring genuine hospitality, sharp attention to detail, and fluency in English. The role rewards a fast-paced, friendly environment with opportunities for development within Eden’s award-winning group.

Competenze

• Genuine, warm approach and standout people skills.
• Strong attention to detail and IT savvy to ensure accuracy in room allocations, billing, etc.
• Good written and spoken English communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a can-do attitude and enjoy busy periods.

Mansioni

• Welcome guests warmly and manage check-in/check-out interactions.
• Answer incoming calls and assist with guest requests.
• Allocate rooms and prepare guest bills with accuracy.
• Collaborate with other departments to enhance the guest experience.

Conoscenze

Customer service

IT literacy

English communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Descrizione del lavoro

** We’re proud winners of the AA Small Hotel Group of the year 2024-25, and Best Employer at the 2025 Springboard Awards for Excellence**

**Bovey Castle has been awarded LARGE HOTEL OF THE YEAR (2025/26) by Visit Devon**

*Please note: our hotel is in a very remote location and is not accessible by public transport.

What you’ll be doing?

As one of our Receptionist team, you may be the first or last person that our guests interact with and so your customer service skills will be up there with the best. From the arrival experience and throughout our guests stay, you have the ability to shape their first and last impressions, from your initial warm welcome to assisting check-in, through to ensuring they leave happy and content at check-out.

Yet the role is so much more than that, you’ll work closely with other departments to enhance guest the guest experience, answering incoming calls, allocating rooms and preparing our guests bills, your computer skills will be as good as your personal skills.

What you’ll need to be a Receptionist?

• To have a genuine and warm approach, with stand out people skills;
• Strong attention to detail and to be IT savvy, ensuring we ‘get it right first time’ whether that be someone’s room allocation, their bill or in just being intuitive enough to notice the details as small as what type of tea they like…
• Good communication skills, and level of English – both written and spoken;
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a ‘can do’ attitude & to love the buzz of being busy;
• Previous experience is preferred but we are more interested in your passion for great customer service and exceptional people skills

What’s in it for you?

At Eden Hotel Collection, we’re proud of our award-winning approach to employee wellbeing, engagement, and recognition (with industry award wins in 2023, 2024 and 2025!) —which means you’re joining a team that values your happiness, growth, and success every step of the way.

• Generous Time Off: 31 days of leave, increasing to 33 with service.
• Monthly Tips: Fairly shared service charge/gratuities, all paid on second paydate in the month.
• Discounts & Perks: Exclusive savings at 800+ retailers, gyms, restaurants, days out, and utilities.
• Wellbeing Center: Access to Hello Fresh recipes, fitness videos, and financial planning tools.
• Health & Wellness Plans: Dental, vision, alternative care, and 24/7 GP access.
• Sustainable Commuting: Cycle-to-Work and Electric Vehicle Leasing options.
• Exclusive EHC Perks: Discounted stays, spa treatments, golf, and leisure at our properties.
• The Happy Hub: Our reward and recognition platform where you can send peer-to-peer cards, earn monetary rewards, be celebrated as Employee of the Month, and receive long-service vouchers.
• Genuine Wellbeing Support: We’re here to support your financial, mental, and physical wellbeing both via our supportive teams and Hospitality Action.
• Employee Comm's: Stay connected through Eden Engage for all the latest team news.
• Grow with Eden: Develop with us through apprenticeships and leadership programs like RISE & THRIVE.
• Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced leave and return-to-work financial support for life’s key moments.
• Everyday Essentials: Free parking, meals on duty, uniform provided and a footwear allowance.

A Culture of Collaboration and Care

We work together to create a truly inclusive workplace, where your voice matters, and real change happens:

• Your Voice Matters: Regular surveys that valueyourinput.
• Real Action: “You said, we did”—because we listen and respond.
• Sustainability Focus: Employee champions at every hotel and HQ.

We’re proud members of the Hoteliers’ Charter, and our team is always at the heart of what we do, guided by our values of Heart, Honesty, Spirit, and Team.

Our commitment to equity means we welcome talent from all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, and we encourage applications from all communities, including underrepresented groups, parents, people living with disabilities, and those bringing diverse perspectives. Join us to experience what it means to work for a values-led, award-winning employer.

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