We are currently looking for a Part Time Receptionist to join our friendly team front of house team.
This challenging role within a growing business could be a great step for anyone with passion for customer service looking to start or progress their hospitality career.
As a member of our Reception team you’ll have previous experience in a similar environment. You’ll be passionate about giving a professional and friendly service and you’ll embrace our brand standards and do your best make each guest’s stay meet and exceed expectations.
This is a part time role, working 24 hours per week, over 3 days including weekends and bank holidays. Working a variety of shifts.
* To deliver a consistently high level of customer service at the Reception Desk by dealing with all guests and potential clients in a courteous and efficient manner.
* To perform a variety of duties necessary for the smooth operation of the Hotel and maintain security during the shift.
* To welcome guests upon arrival, help them to register, assign rooms and direct them to the room while informing them of all in-room and Hotel facilities.
* Attend to all guests and potential clients at the Front Desk in a courteous and efficient manner.
* Answer customer inquiries politely and efficiently.
* Ensure all room moves are dealt with and recorded efficiently following company procedures.
* Be aware of guests’ special requirements and communicate them to relevant departments.
* Identify return and regular clients and make sure their special requirements are met.
* To follow and to adhere to company set standards and established procedures.
* To have a previous work experience with Guestline Rezlynx PMS is preffered but not essential
What we're looking for in a Receptionist
You will be working in a diverse, fast-paced environment with a young, dynamic and enthusiastic team. The ideal candidate must be well-presented, have exceptional organisational skills, use their initiative and have the ability and personality to build rapport with all guests & members.
* Previous experience in a similar role or an operational and guest facing role in a similar Hospitality environment
* Fully conversant with security, health and safety procedures
* A trained and competent fire warden and emergency first aider
* Excellent customer service skills
* Great attention to detail
* Ability to work under pressure
* Immaculate personal presentation
* Previous experience of Guestline Rezlynx PMS is an advantage
* Previous experience is desirable but great attitude and passion for hotels is a must.
In exchange we can offer you a great pay check, a fun but hardworking environment and the chance to work with some downright nice people. PLUS MORE
* Generous hourly pay paid every 2 weeks
* Enjoy 50% family and friends discount across all VEL brands and Rare Bird Hotel Stays
* Exclusive online benefits giving you a full range of benefits, rewards and perks
About Us:
The Great House: Forget what you know about classic country hotels and escape to The Great House. Yes, it’s true we’re in the achingly attractive village of Sonning and we do sit on the serene banks of the Thames, but push open our door and you’ll soon find our adventurous side.
With 49 rooms that channel contemporary cool with vintage touches, a cleverly designed Great House Lodge for work and celebrations and the Coppa Club restaurant for eating and drinking – we are a place to stay, party, work, eat and chill. And at the end of the day’s adventures, the sleeping is good here too!