
Hotel Receptionist Bournemouth, England
Job description
We're looking for a bubbly, experienced hotel receptionist who is looking to join a high performing team.
A Receptionist contributes to the first impressions of our Guests and, therefore, must perform the following tasks to the highest standards:
- Achieve positive outcomes from Guest queries in a timely and efficient manner
- Ensure an efficient reception experience for Guests, including check in/out, and complete audit procedures, as required
- Ensure that both the Assistant Front Office Manager and Reception Supervisors are kept fully aware of any relevant feedback from guests and other departments
- Demonstrate a high level of customer service at all times
- Attend appropriate training courses, when required, and assist with new team members training and development efforts
- Demonstrate a knowledge of hotel room categories, room rates, packages, promotions and other general product knowledge necessary to perform daily duties
- Maximize room occupancy and use up-selling techniques to promote hotel services and facilities
- Ensure regular and VIP Guests are recognised and to operate with a sales attitude and promotes the hotel brand’s loyalty scheme
- Use the correct procedures regarding the acceptance of foreign currencies, credit cards and cash in accordance with the hotel credit policy
- Comply with hotel security, fire regulations and all health and safety legislation
- Act in accordance with policies and procedures when working with front of house equipment and property management systems
- Follow company brand standards
- Assist other departments, as necessary
Please note this role includes shift work on 5 out of 7 days, with shifts running mostly between 07.00am and 23.00pm. Availability to work weekends is a requirement.
Salary increases to £25247.00 following completion of 3 month probationary period.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: From £25,247.00 per year
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Bournemouth, BH2 5EL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Hotel Receptionist: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Shift availability:
- Day shift (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: HILBOUREC
