Receptionist

EF; Little Gaddesden; Remote; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave entitlement

Free onsite gym access

Free staff lunches

Company pension and health-care access

Learning and development opportunities

Regular staff events

Job summary

Ashridge House is seeking a friendly Receptionist to be the face of our historic venue. You will welcome guests, check in, answer calls, and support the front desk across the site, ensuring each guest experiences a personalised, warm arrival.

This Full Time Permanent role involves dealing with guests at check-in/out, assisting with luggage, directing guests, and coordinating with departments to maintain a spotless, welcoming environment.

Qualifications

• Friendly, guest-focused attitude and willingness to engage with guests of varied needs.
• Excellent spoken and written communication; able to answer phones and emails professionally.
• Able to stay calm in busy periods and think on your feet.
• Organised, proactive and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and check them in personally across the site.
• Understand guests' needs and advise accordingly during their stay.
• Keep entrances and main halls spotless and ready for guests.
• Check in/out guests and assist with luggage if needed.
• Direct guests around the site with clear language and assist with deliveries/post.

Skills

Guest service

Communication

Organised

Calm under pressure

Proactive

Learning mindset

Job description

• Full time
• Associate
• Operations

Job Title: Receptionist
Location: Ashridge House, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, HP4 1NS
Reports to: Front of House Manager
Shifts: 5/7 days Monday-Sunday, includes regular weekend shifts, timings can be between 7am and 9:30pm
Contract type: Full Time Permanent

The Opportunity

At Ashridge House we believe that first impressions are important, but it's the lasting impression that counts.

We are looking for an individual who is driven to provide a personalised experience to every guest, every time. This is a fantastic opportunity to become an ambassador of Ashridge House, as our Reception Team are the first point of contact that our guests have. If you are passionate about providing amazing customer service and creating lasting relationships with our guests, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Greet guests whenever you meet them across the site and check in on their stay personally
• Proactively understand our guests needs/plans whilst they stay with us and advise them appropriately
• Ensure entrance and main halls are always spotless and ready to receive guests
• Check in/out guests
• Assisting guests with luggage, if needed
• Direct guests across our site using clear and concise language
• Answering phone calls and emails in a professional and timely manner
• Accepting deliveries/post and distributing as needed
• Communicate effectively across all departments to ensure the highest level of service is delivered
• Take ownership of any guest concerns or feedback and ensure you deliver a positive resolution

Who are you?

• A positive person who loves to engage with all types of guests with varying needs and requirements
• Adaptable personality depending on audience
• Love providing solutions and exceptional customer service
• Able to think on your feet and remaining calm during busy periods
• Motivated and eager to learn
• Proactive and organized

What can we offer you?

• Annual leave entitlement
• Free access to the onsite gym
• Free staff lunches
• Access to the company pension scheme and health-care schemes
• Great learning and development opportunities
• Regular staff social events

About Us

Ashridge House is an award-winning Grade 1 listed neo-gothic mansion with extensive meeting and event facilities comprising 190 bedrooms, over 30 meeting rooms, 55 syndicate rooms, 7 function rooms and 190 acres of historic parkland and gardens. Delivering the highest standard of service to everyone who visits, dines, and stays with us is a fundamental part of our ethos and key to growing the business.

When you join Ashridge House, you join a community from unique backgrounds, all united by pursuing excellence in service and hospitality. Whoever you are, whatever you are passionate about - we welcome you and want you to bring that to work every day. Ashridge House is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to inclusion and belonging across race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, caste, parental status, disability, identity, experience and everything else that makes you unique.