Hotel Receptionist - Knightsbridge, London

Bar Waiter/Waitress - Knightsbridge, London

Job Type: Full Time

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced and passionate Receptionist to join the Front Office team at The Berkeley.

With an independent spirit and an eye for style, The Berkeley is the epitome of modern British luxury. Rooms are furnished by leading designers, and London’s original fashionista afternoon tea ‘Prêt-à-Portea’ is served daily in the Collins Room. The Berkeley is perfectly positioned between Hyde Park, fashionable Knightsbridge and the residential neighbourhood of Belgravia. Its signature experiences include the famed Blue Bar, The Berkeley Bar & Terrace, Michelin-starred dining in ‘Marcus’ by Marcus Wareing and our Bamford Health Club & Spa.

As a Receptionist you will be an exceptional team player and have a passion for delivering an outstanding guest experience. You will be an excellent and confident communicator and have the ability to interact with guests and clients to ensure a fantastic experience at The Berkeley.

Main responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to:

• Provide a welcoming and accommodating service to all guests, in compliance with departmental Standard Operating Procedures and hotel service standards.
• Perform check-in and check-out duties while maintaining a professional, helpful and friendly attitude towards guests.
• Actively promote the services and facilities available to guests within the hotel and maximise revenue by up-selling current promotions
• Liaise with other departments to ensure good communication and support.
• Monitor room allocations and process invoices upon check-out.
• Contribute in maintaining an excellent level of service in conjunction with the minimum requirement of the LQA standards at all times.

Successful candidates for the Receptionist will demonstrate genuine dedication to The Berkeley and show a commitment to consistent quality in our product and service. The ideal candidate will be a team player who is a fast learner, adaptable and has exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

This is an exciting role for a talented individual who is looking for a new challenge and wants to join a fast paced and high performing team renowned for their approach and delivery of unparalleled service.

We anticipate applicants will have worked in a similar role within a luxury hotel environment.

Here at Maybourne, we strive to reward our employees for the incredible work they do every single day. In return for your hard work and dedication we offer you:

Financial Stability

• Excellent salary package.
• Family Friendly company policies including enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay.
• Holiday allowance increase after 3 and 5 years of service.
• Travel Season Ticket Loans.
• Pension Scheme*.

Health and Wellbeing Support

• Subsidised monthly Podiatrist and Masseuse treatments.
• Free online GP video consultations.
• Flu vaccination vouchers*.
• Eye test vouchers and contributions towards glasses*.
• 24-hour employee assistance helpline.
• On and off-site Occupational Health Service.
• Death in Service salary contribution.
• Various wellbeing activities focused on mental and physical health.
• A complimentary state-of-the-art all-day dining staff restaurant serving a range of nutritious meals.

Recognition and Career Development

• Referral Scheme ‘Introduce a Star’ where you can earn up to £1,500*.
• Instant employee recognition and award programme with generous prizes.
• Employee of the month nominations with generous prizes.
• Additional paid day off to celebrate your Birthday.
• Internal transfer and promotion opportunities.
• In-house training and development team with a strong focus on career progression and personal growth.
• Long service awards.

Memorable experiences

• Preferential room rates of £50 per overnight stay for yourself or your family across the Maybourne Hotel Group.
• Hotel Guest Experience Stay* including an overnight stay and wining and dining at our infamous restaurants and bars.
• 50% Food and Beverage discount* across the Maybourne Hotel Group.
• Social events (Annual Awards, Summer Maybourne Picnic, Welcome to Work, Annual Staff Party, Annual Staff Children Party, etc.)
• Wedding and Baby gifts.
• Retirement functions.

*Terms and conditions apply to all benefits.

Eligibility:

In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.