Receptionist - Maternity Cover

Job description

ResponsibilitiesAs a member of the Front office team, you will be the first and last point of contact for our guests, ensuring a smooth check in/out process for all. You'll ensure the Front Office Manager is kept fully aware of any relevant feedback from guests and other departments and maximise room occupancy and use up‐selling techniques to promote hotel services and facilities. Importantly you'll ensure constant compliance with hotel security, fire regulations and all health and safety legislation.

As an integral part of our hotels operational team, you'll offer support to colleagues across all areas of the business to ensure a first class guest experience.

Qualifications

Communication skills: You will be required to interact with guests, colleagues, and other stakeholders daily. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential to ensure effective communication and provide excellent customer service.

Organisational skills: You will be responsible for managing guest reservations, checking guests in and out, and ensuring the smooth flow of operations at the front desk. Good organisational skills will help you manage your workload efficiently.

Attention to detail: Inaccurate information or mistakes in bookings can lead to unhappy guests, lost bookings, and revenue. You should be detail‐oriented to ensure that all guest information is accurate, and all bookings are processed efficiently.

Technical skills: You'll have basic computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office, email, and internet use. Additionally, some experience with hotel management software systems such as Opera or Fidelio will be an added advantage.

Benefits

Industry leading training and leadership development opportunities

Hotel discounts portfolio wide – Staff rates and up to 50% discount on food & beverage and spa

Access to Stream - Stream up to 40% pay as it is earned and set automatic savings to support your financial wellbeing

24/7 access to our employee assistance programme

Uncapped incentives to reward you for your contributions

Flexible working opportunities

Staff meals on duty

Paid breaks

Starting salary above national minimum wage

Live-in accommodation available

Access to hotel gym facilities

Career and lifestyle breaks – Allowing you to take time off for key life events.

Free staff parking

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Southend-on-Sea

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English