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Grade: UE03 - £23,742 to £25,804 per annum plus 15% Premium Band
Department: Accommodation, Catering and Events
Location: The Scholar, The Scott and KM Hotels
Full time, 35 hours per week, 5 over 7 days including weekends
Vacancies: 1
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and passionate Reception Supervisor to join our highly successful hotel team.
The Opportunity
Do you love working with people and going above and beyond for guests? Do you strive for excellence in a challenging role where you can make a difference? This is an excellent opportunity to work with a world‑renowned organisation, gaining personal and professional development and additional responsibilities as a leader.
In This Role You Will
* Be an ambassador for our hotel collection and rebranded products.
* Continuously look to improve our standards and deliver world‑class hospitality.
* Become an integral part of our existing reception team with a desire to succeed in delivering our values.
* Use your upselling skills to maximise sales opportunities.
Your Skills And Attributes For Success
* Excellent customer service.
* People management skills.
* Time management skills.
* Impeccable standards and an eye for detail.
* Excellent verbal and written communication.
* Willingness to learn and improve.
Application Information
Please ensure you include the following documents in your application: CV, Cover letter.
Benefits
* A competitive salary UE03 - £23,742 to £25,804 per annum plus 15% Premium Band for flexible working.
* An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
* To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
* Comprehensive staff benefits, such as generous holiday entitlement, competitive pension schemes, staff discounts and family‑friendly initiatives.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.
Working Rights
Prior to any employment commencing with the University, you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. The University is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role.
Key Dates to Note
The closing date for applications is 28 November 2025. Unless stated otherwise, the closing time for applications is 11:59 pm GMT. Interviews will be held within 1 week from closing date.
About Us
As a world‑leading research‑intensive University, we address tomorrow’s greatest challenges using a values‑led approach to teaching, research and innovation, and through the strength of our relationships, both locally and globally.
About The Team
Accommodation, Catering and Events provides catered and self‑catered residential accommodation for over 10,000 students, including community and welfare support through its Residence Life service. We also operate 17 cafés and a range of other catering products across the University estate, and deliver hotel accommodation options to around 200,000 guests each year.
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