Guest Relations Manager (HOT0CFUJ)
Work Locations
DoubleTree Brighton Metropole Kings Road Brighton BN1 2FU
WELCOME TO A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES AT THE UK’s #1 GREAT PLACE TO WORK 2026, AS VOTED BY OUR TEAM MEMBERS! – No two days or two hotels are the same, but our spirit and passion for hospitality always brings all our teams together to create a culture of inclusiveness, positivity and drive to achieve our common goal. “To share the light and warmth of hospitality”. With amazing training, resources and support from both managers and colleagues, there is always an opportunity to develop and grow
A WORLD OF REWARDS
* Position salary: £26,780 up to £28,226 per year, dependant on experience
* Uniform provided and laundered
* Free and healthy meals when on duty
* Grow your Career!
* Personal Development programmes designed to support you at every step of your career
* A chance to make a difference through our Corporate Responsibility programmes – Find out what and how we are doing (https://cr.hilton.com)
* Team Member Travel Program: discounted hotel nights plus 50% off Food and Beverages (subject to individual outlets)
* High street discounts with Perks at Work
* Holiday: 28 days including bank holidays (increasing yearly to up to 33 days)
* Discounted dental and health cover
* Discounted Car Parking
* Up to 4 weeks temporary accommodation if relocating at a discounted rate
* Modern and inclusive Team Member’s areas
What will I be doing?
* Meet, greet and direct Guests who enter the lobby area.
* Serve as the main point of contact for VIP Guests and ensure hotel departments are fully briefed on their requirements.
* Seek verbal feedback from customers on a regular basis and respond to all Guest queries in a timely and efficient manner.
* Serve as a point of contact for long-stay Guests of 14 days or longer ensuring they feel comfortable and can ask advice or information from Guest Relations.
* Manage, record and resolve promptly Guest or customer complaints.
* Ensure a very high level of customer service is constantly maintained for Reception, Lobby area and Executive Lounge.
* Demonstrate a thorough understanding of all facilities and services provided within the hotel and identify opportunities for up-selling and promoting when appropriate.
* Show creativity with ideas regarding lobby/reception decoration at suitable seasonal time periods in order to enhance the overall image and warmth of this area for the Guest.
* Communicate with the Executive Lounge Manager and track and reward regular Guests for their loyalty and creativity – choose rewards that meet Guest preferences while remaining within the allocated budget.
* Maintain good communication and work relationships in all hotel areas.
* Maintain staffing levels to meet business demands.
* Attend all Reception meetings and Executive Lounge Meetings.
* 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.
* Assist with other departments, as necessary.
What are we looking for?
* Previous managerial experience in a customer service function.
* An ability to listen and respond to demanding Guest needs.
* Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.
* Accountable and resilient.
* Commitment to delivering a high level of customer service.
* Ability to work under pressure.
* Flexibility to respond to a variety of different work situations.
Additional advantages
* Previous experience in a customer service function or a similar role.
* A passion for delivering an exceptional level of Guest service.
* High level of IT proficiency.
EVERY JOB MAKES THE STAY.
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