Front Office Receptionist

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Naas; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Growth & Development

Complimentary Leisure Centre

Exclusive Employee Rates

Insurance Discounts

Free On-Site Parking

Meals Provided on Duty

Employee Referral Programme

Team Social Events

Flexible Scheduling

Positive Team Culture

Job summary

Killashee Hotel in Naas, Co. Kildare, Ireland, is seeking an experienced Front Office Receptionist to join a busy 4-star property. You will welcome guests, check them in/out, manage reservations, and liaise with other departments to ensure memorable stays.

The role requires excellent communication, a friendly approach, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Shift work, including weekends and public holidays, is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality front desk or reception is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm and organized in busy periods.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly and professionally.
• Complete check-in/check-out efficiently and accurately.
• Handle reservations, room allocations, and guest accounts.
• Respond to guest inquiries and requests promptly.
• Answer calls and emails, provide information on facilities and local attractions.
• Coordinate with housekeeping and F&B to meet guest needs.
• Maintain accurate records and adhere to Front Office procedures.

Skills

Guest service

Communication

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Tech-savvy

Tools

Opera Cloud

Job description

Location: On site / Naas, Co. Kildare, Ireland
job type: Permanent / Full or part-time
Sector and subsector: Hospitality | Front of House
Salary: Negotiable salary

At Killashee we believe in bringing together the most talented hospitality professionals to work together and provide wonderful guest experiences. We hire self-motivated people, train them to do their job superbly and create a working environment where they can flourish and develop their careers.

We now have a fantastic new opportunity for an experiencedFront Office Receptionistto join our team and contribute to the future success of Killashee Hotel.

Main Duties:

• Welcome guests in a warm, friendly, and professional manner.
• Complete guest check-in and check-out efficiently and accurately.
• Handle reservations, room allocations, payments, and guest accounts.
• Respond to guest enquiries and requests promptly and professionally.
• Answer telephone calls and respond to emails.
• Provide information about hotel facilities, services, and local attractions.
• Deal with guest feedback and complaints in a positive and professional manner.
• Liaise with Housekeeping, Food & Beverage, Maintenance, and other departments to meet guest needs.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure all Front Office procedures are followed.
• Promote hotel services and upgrades where appropriate.
• Ensure a high standard of presentation and service is maintained at all time

Key Requirements:

• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is friendly, approachable, and genuinely enjoys helping people.
• Can remain calm and organised in a busy environment.
• Is confident using computers and hotel reservation systems such as opera cloud.
• Has strong attention to detail.
• Works well both independently and as part of a team.
• Is flexible and available to work shifts, including weekends and public holidays.
• Previous hotel or reception experience within a 4 star hotel

Why work with us:

At Killashee Hotel we believe that exceptional guest experiences start with an exceptional team. We are proud to foster a supportive, dynamic, and rewarding workplace within the hospitality industry. As a valued member of our team, you will benefit from:

• Professional Growth & Development

Ongoing training and upskilling opportunities to support your career progression. External & Internal programmes provided.

• Complimentary Leisure Centre Membership

Enjoy full access to our leisure facilities to help you stay active and well. Includes access to all offered classes, use of sauna, jacuzzi and swimming pool.

• Exclusive Employee Rates

Discounted stays at FBD Hotels & Resorts – perfect for your well-deserved breaks. Five hotels in Ireland and 2 hotels in Spain.

Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and a range of wellness initiatives to support your overall wellbeing.

• Insurance Discounts

Affinity rates on home, car, and travel insurance through FBD Insurance.

• Free On-Site Parking

Hassle-free and secure parking available for all team members.

• Meals Provided on Duty

Fresh and nutritious meals provided while you work. Facilities for unlimited amount of tea and coffee during the shift hours.

• Employee Referral Programme

Recommend great people and earn rewards through our referral incentive scheme.

• Team Social Events

Regular events that bring our team together to relax and connect outside of work. From summer parties, staff sports days to team building activities, and not forgetting annual Christmas party.

• Flexible Scheduling

Shift patterns designed to support a healthy work-life balance.

• Positive Team Culture

A welcoming, inclusive and diverse environment that values teamwork, respect, and recognition. Fostering positive work culture through living by companies’ core values.

• Recognition Programmes

Celebrate achievements and milestones through our dedicated team recognition initiatives. Monthly staff recognition celebration alongside our GEM awards, Quarterly Manager awards and other recognition for individual or team milestones.

At Killashee we thrive to succeed in all areas of the hotel by incorporating our company values, as a team we think about the guest in everything we do, we treat each other with respect, we work cohesively as one team, we are creative and think outside the box and finally we have a can-do approach and take accountability.