Receptionist

Aimbridge; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts

Employee assistance programme 24/7

Flexible working

Staff meals on duty

Free staff parking

Job summary

Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA is seeking a friendly Front Office Associate to join our guest-centric team. You’ll welcome guests, manage check-in/out, and upsell services to enhance the stay while upholding security and safety standards.

Working at our site, you’ll collaborate with colleagues across departments, enjoy hotel-wide staff discounts, flexible working, and access to training and development opportunities as part of Aimbridge’s commitment to your growth.

Qualifications

• Communication skills: interact with guests, colleagues, and stakeholders daily.
• Organisational skills: manage guest reservations, check-ins/outs, smooth front desk operations.
• Attention to detail: ensure accurate bookings and information.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist guests at check-in and check-out, ensuring smooth processes.
• Collaborate with Front Office Manager and other departments, feeding back guest feedback.
• Promote hotel services and facilities through upselling while maintaining safety and security standards.

Job description

Who are we?

Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA are a division of the global Aimbridge Hospitality brand. We’re passionate about connecting great people to great experiences in exciting destinations, working with brands such as Hilton, IHG, Accor, Marriott and everything in between. From the rich diversity of our people and locations to our “people first” approach to business, the Aimbridge experience is like no other.

What is in it for you?

As part of the Aimbridge team, you will have access to industry leading benefits that include

• Industry leading training and leadership development opportunities
• Hotel discounts portfolio wide – Staff rates and up to 50% discount on food & beverage and spa
• Access to Stream - Stream up to 40% pay as it is earned and set automatic savings to support your financial wellbeing
• 24/7 access to our employee assistance programme
• Uncapped incentives to reward you for your contributions
• Flexible working opportunities
• Company sick pay - Giving you piece of mind when you need it the most
• Staff meals on duty
• Paid breaks
• Starting salary above national minimum wage
• Access to hotel gym facilities
• Career and lifestyle breaks – Allowing you to take time off for key life events.
• Free staff parking

A day in the life of…

As a member of the Front office team, you will be the first and last point of contact for our guests, ensuring a smooth check in/out process for all. You’ll ensure the Front Office Manager is kept fully aware of any relevant feedback from guests and other departments and maximise room occupancy and use up-selling techniques to promote hotel services and facilities. Importantly you’ll ensure constant compliance with hotel security, fire regulations and all health and safety legislation.

As an integral part of our hotels operational team, you’ll offer support to colleagues across all areas of the business to ensure a first class guest experience.

What do we need from you?

• Communication skills: You will be required to interact with guests, colleagues, and other stakeholders daily. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential to ensure effective communication and provide excellent customer service.
• Organisational skills: You will be responsible for managing guest reservations, checking guests in and out, and ensuring the smooth flow of operations at the front desk. Good organizational skills will help you manage your workload efficiently.
• Attention to detail: Inaccurate information or mistakes in bookings can lead to unhappy guests, lost bookings, and revenue. You should be detail-oriented to ensure that all guest information is accurate, and all bookings are processed efficiently.
• Technical skills: You’ll have basic computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office, email, and internet use. Additionally, some experience with hotel management software systems such as Opera or Fidelio will be an added advantage.

Most importantly, to be successful in this role, you will be passionate about providing an exceptional guest experience and living through our brand standards.

At Aimbridge, we recognise that people are the heart of our business. As a Global leader, we are committed to representing our global community and offering everyone ‘A Place to Grow’