Receptionist

LGH Hotels Management Limited; Sutton; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts across LGH hotel/IG

IG H employee room benefit programme

Free meals on duty

Free parking

Eye care

Free legal & money advice

Counseling sessions

Cycle to work

Wellbeing tips and support

Job summary

LGH Hotels Management Limited is seeking a friendly Hotel Receptionist for the Holiday Inn London - Sutton to welcome guests, manage check-in/out, handle reservations and calls, and provide local area information.

This role focuses on creating warm, efficient guest experiences in a fast-paced front office, with opportunities to work across hotel operations and benefit from the LGH portfolio and employee perks.

Qualifications

• Warm, friendly, and professional demeanor.
• Clear communication with guests and colleagues.
• Good computer skills and proficiency with hotel systems.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests and ensure smooth check-in/check-out.
• Assist with guest queries and requests.
• Handle calls, emails and reservations accurately.
• Provide information about the hotel and local area.
• Collaborate with hotel colleagues to deliver seamless guest experiences.

Skills

Guest service

Clear communication

Computer skills

Job description

Are you passionate about hospitality and enjoy helping people feel welcome and at ease? We are looking for an enthusiastic and friendly Hotel Receptionist to join our Front Office team.

As the first point of contact for our guests, you will play a key role in shaping how they feel from the moment they arrive. Through a warm welcome, a smooth check-in process and attentive support throughout their stay, you will help create positive, memorable guest experiences.

You will confidently handle guest enquiries, manage reservations and incoming calls, and share helpful information about the hotel and local area. Your calm approach, attention to detail and positive attitude will help guests feel looked after and reassured, even in a fast-paced environment.

This is a role where human connection really matters - making guests feel comfortable, informed and valued at every interaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Welcome guests warmly and professionally, ensuring a smooth and friendly check-in and check-out experience
• Support guests throughout their stay by responding to queries and requests with care and efficiency
• Handle incoming phone calls, emails and reservations accurately and confidently
• Provide clear information about the hotel, its facilities and the local area
• Work closely with colleagues across the hotel to support a seamless guest experience
• Our enviable employee discounts on bedroom rates across the LGH hotel portfolio.
• Access to the IHG employee room benefit programme across their global portfolio. (T&Cs apply).
• Shopping discounts - ranging from groceries, fashion, travel, utilities, days out, and even holidays.
• Eye care
• Free legal & money advice
• Counseling sessions
• Cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing tips and support fitness videos
• Recipe ideas
• Advice on keeping active and healthy living
• Wellbeing podcasts and tv
• Breathing exercises
• 24/7 advice and support line
• Team reward & recognition
• Free meals on duty
• Free parking

Who Is This Role For?

This role is ideal for someone who:

• Enjoys working with people and takes pride in making others feel welcome and comfortable
• Communicates clearly and positively, both face-to-face and in writing
• Stays calm, organised and focused in a busy, guest-facing environment
• Has good computer skills and enjoys working with systems and processes
• Pays close attention to detail and values accuracy
• Brings a positive, professional attitude and enjoys being part of a supportive team
• Is passionate about hospitality and delivering genuinely caring guest experiences

Hotel

The Holiday Inn London - Sutton Hotel is centrally located in the heart of Sutton, just a short walk from Sutton train station and close to the town centre's shops and restaurants. With fast trains to London Victoria taking just half an hour from nearby Sutton station, the hotel is perfect for exploring all that London has to offer. Both Gatwick (LGW) and Heathrow (LHR) airports are under a 45-minute drive away, and on-site parking is available.

The hotel's Academy boasts eight versatile and naturally lit event spaces, ideal for everything from board meetings to receptions for up to 180 guests. Business travellers will appreciate the proximity to several corporate headquarters and the availability of a Business Centre with printing facilities.

For those seeking a day out, horse racing at Epsom Downs is just a short drive away, while Chessington World of Adventures, Hampton Court Palace and Maze, and Centre Court tennis at Wimbledon can all be reached within 30 minutes by car

About us

Looking for an exciting career in the hospitality industry? Look no further than LGH Hotels Management! With a growing portfolio of 42 hotels throughout the UK, including globally recognised brands such as Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, and Best Western, all located in prime locations, we are the premier destination for those seeking a fulfilling career in hospitality. Join our dynamic team and be a part of shaping the future of the UK hospitality industry.