London
About the job
Company Description
We're looking for an Apartment Host to join our meeting and events team at The Hoxton, Holborn
The Hoxton, Holborn was the second Hox to join the fam, taking over a Grade II-listed building that was once the factory of George Kent, a famed maker of gadgets and instruments (among them a knife sharpener/cleaner now sitting in the Science Museum, no less).
After Kent, BT moved in, and now this former telephone exchange is home to 230 bedrooms and the Apartment, plus our foodie hotspot Rondo. All a stone’s throw from the capital’s most famous shopping and entertainment districts.
Rondo is our neighbourhood restaurant in middle-town Holborn with a focus on seasonal local British dishes, unsung ingredients and great wine. Headed up by chef Tristan Downes; this is the place you wish you had at the end of your street.
Our Apartment space is our groups, meetings and events space. With everything from business meetings, through to weddings and Christmas parties.
Job Description
What you’ll do…
Provide a genuinely welcoming and memorable experience for our guests, from a Hox welcome, to handling any questions and helping out with requests
Take reservations over the phone, handle cash and card payments and occasionally help out the team on the floor
Anticipate needs and proactively provide solutions so that our guests’ expectations are not only met, but exceeded. Qualifications
What we’re looking for..
Previous experience in a busy Front of House role; you genuinely care about making people feel welcome and looked after
Individuals. You’re looking for a place where you can be you; no clones in suits here
Passion for hospitality – whether that’s a drink, a meal, an event or a bed for the night
You’re all about having a positive impact on the people you interact with, leaving them with a memorable experience
You’re not precious. We leave our egos at the door and help get shit done
You’re up for doing things differently and trying (almost) everything once
If we got stuck in a lift together we’d have a good time and share a few laughs
You want to be part of a team that works hard, supports each other and has fun along the way.
Additional Information
What’s in it for you…
Competitive salary up to £16 per hour including TRONC
28 days holidays (inclusive of bank holidays), pension, and life insurance.
A health cash plan to claim money back and get access to lots of ways to support your physical & mental wellbeing
It’s ok not to be Ok, we have a confidential hotline for any support you require about anything and a network of mental health first aiders
Treat yourself once in a while with lots of retail & hospitality perks through our partners
Enjoy a free night at The Hoxton and a meal for two when you first start with us
Goes without saying, but we’ll feed you during your shift
Excellent discounts across the Ennismore family for you and your nearest and dearest (even if you decide to leave us!)
Free night at The Hoxton every year and something a little extra £££ when you hit the big milestones!
Lots of opportunity to progress and switch it up as part of a global family of brands
Training to get you settled into your role, learning academies to broaden your skillset and development that helps you think, make and thrive at work
Extra time off to volunteer with one of our partner charities
Regular team get togethers, from our team drinks to our (pretty special!) bi-annual parties – we know how to have a good time!
Enhanced family leave for when you’re expanding your family
An annual diversity and inclusion calendar of events creating opportunities for you to learn, celebrate and make a positive impact. Department: Host/Hostess
The company
Homey & Layered The Hoxton is a series of hotels rooted in culture and community. Each hotel is a reflection of its neighbourhood, inspired by the diversity of the streets and scenes that surround them. Ever since we opened the doors of our first hotel in Shoreditch back in 2006, we’ve been known for our vibrant, homey lobbies and our celebration of the locality through art, design, retail and eclectic programming.
