Hotel Receptionist

Job description
Job Description

Job title: Receptionist/Sr. Receptionist

Salary: Up to 17,000 GBP

Location: Sidmouth, Devon

Type of contract: Permanent

Workplace description: This hotel is one of the leading luxury hotels in Devon and the West Country. Standing in five acres of beautifully landscaped grounds it overlooks Sidmouth bay, and it's just a short stroll from the centre of this elegant resort town. The hotel offers you first-class cuisine. Each day our chefs select the freshest ingredients sourced wherever possible from trusted Devon suppliers to create delicious table d'hôte and a la carte menus that will surprise and delight you.
The luxurious en-suite bedrooms are beautifully furnished, and most have private balconies facing south with exceptional sea views of the beautiful Sidmouth seafront.

Main duties and responsibilities: You must be an outgoing and friendly person and possess good communication skills. Previous experience of Front of House Systems would be an advantage but full training will be given to the right candidate.

You will be required to assist in the day-to-day running of the reception area, answering calls, handling guest enquiries, checking guests in and out, taking reservations.

You will work closely with other hotel departments, especially housekeeping, to ensure rooms are ready for guests to check in.

This is a busy front desk so you must be organized and able to work as a team or on your own initiative, providing a high level of customer service at all times.

Essential criteria: You will ideally have previous reception experience within a good quality hotel

Accommodation provided: Yes (shared live in accommodation to begin with)

Charge for accommodation: 49 GBP per week

I would like to thank you for your interest shown in this position. Please note that we take your application very seriously, but must stress that applications will only be answered in person if they match the criteria of the position advertised.

Important Notes:

1. Applications should be made by email or phone.
2. Applications should be in Word format only and in ENGLISH!
3. DDH Recruitment Ltd does not charge work seekers for its services.
4. All workers will be subject to UK taxation. Read more