Receptionist

The Venues Collection; Northampton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality service provider is seeking a full-time Receptionist at Sedgebrook Hall in Northampton. The role involves providing first-class reception services, answering calls warmly, and supporting office administration. The ideal candidate has excellent communication skills, strong organization, and a passion for customer service. You will receive extensive benefits, including healthcare, discounts, and ongoing training opportunities. Join a company that values diversity and personal growth.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits

Travel discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Ability to prioritize tasks efficiently.
• Develop and maintain good working relationships.
• Demonstrate reliability and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm and welcoming atmosphere for staff and visitors.
• Answer incoming calls in a friendly manner.
• Provide administrative support across various areas.
• Manage office supplies and maintain cleanliness.
• Represent the company positively.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong organisational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Passion for delivering excellent customer service

Team player

Exceptional timekeeping

Job description

We're currently recruiting a friendly Receptionist to provide first-class reception service for Levy on a full-time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week.

As a Receptionist, you will work in a welcoming team to ensure that all staff and visitors are greeted and dealt with in a warm and efficient manner. In return, you will have the opportunity to progress with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards employees who go above and beyond.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for all staff and visitors
• Answering all incoming calls in a friendly manner
• Providing administrative support across various areas
• Managing the ordering and distribution of office supplies
• Keeping the office area neat and tidy
• Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image

Our ideal Receptionist will:

• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Possess strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office and general office equipment
• Display a passion for delivering excellent customer service
• Be an excellent team player
• Develop and maintain good working relationships
• Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability

You will receive:

• Medicash healthcare benefits, including dental, optical, and therapy treatments (covers up to 4 dependents)
• Aviva Digicare - Free annual healthcare check
• Exclusive Benefits & Wellbeing site (Perks at Work)
• Entertainment discounts - up to 55% off cinema tickets
• Health & Wellbeing discounts - 20% off Nuffield Health and 10% off Pure Gym
• Travel discounts with TUI and Expedia
• Shopping discounts - up to 15% at high street and online stores via Shopping Cards
• Meals on duty
• Vodafone discounts
• Pension scheme and Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 23 days + bank holidays and a day off for your birthday
• Additional leave following maternity leave during the first year back
• Family benefits and day off for baby's first birthday
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Ongoing training, development, and career pathways
• Paid professional subscriptions
• Financial wellbeing programs and salary finance options

Join us at Sedgebrook Hall, part of The Venues Collection, where great things happen in our spaces for meetings, celebrations, and events. Our venues offer stylish and unique spaces, including both contemporary and historic areas, across the UK.

We are part of Compass Group UK&I, the industry leader in contract catering and support services, committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to equal opportunities for all team members.