Citadines South Kensington London is seeking a confident Receptionist to become part of our Front Office Team. Our properties operate 24/7; therefore, the department works on an early (7am-3.30pm) or late (3pm-11.30pm) shift basis. Night shifts are also available and required on occasion. You will report to the Front Office Manager, supporting towards providing our guests with memorable experiences of the city. A Receptionist will be responsible for: Offering a warm welcome and departure experience to our guests, managing expectations by constantly seeking opportunities to personalise their needs, travel purposes, plans, etc Taking initiative in accommodating the customers’ needs in a resourceful manner Being pro-active in the learning and development of administrative tasks, procedures, processes and standards and ensure correct practice Ensuring that all shift tasks are carried out according to the required standard and take responsibility in providing full handovers to all relevant parties/shifts. To be successful in the role of Receptionist, we require: Excellent guest engagement skills Ability to bring the guest experience to life throughout the hotel Willingness to learn and work with IT systems quickly Ability to communicate and organise yourself in line with different guest expectations A good command of English is essential, a second language is advantageous This is your opportunity to be part of our team as a Receptionist. We focus on your professional and personal development, and we offer: Genuine career opportunities within our business Valuable on the job training, along with access to our digital online learning platform and numerous other learning and development opportunities A travel allowance for every day you work to contribute to your commuting cost A PERKBOX subscription with benefits, retail discounts and savings available from your first day Employee Assistance Programme Refer a Friend bonus Employee Recognition Awards Ceremony and company team parties Once you pass your probation, a special staff rate when staying in our European properties Staff incentives when you and your team perform (If relocating) 30 days of relocation accommodation within one of our properties, whilst you find permanent lodging About Us Citadines is a brand of The Ascott Limited. At The Ascott Limited, we embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants of all backgrounds to create a supportive and thriving workplace where everyone can contribute their unique perspectives. A trusted hospitality company, Ascott’s presence extends across Asia Pacific, Central Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the USA. Its diversified accommodation offerings span serviced residences, coliving properties, hotels and independent senior living apartments. Ascott's award-winning hospitality brands include Ascott, Citadines, lyf, Oakwood, Somerset, The Crest Collection, The Unlimited Collection, Fox, Harris, POP!, Preference, Quest, Vertu and Yello. Through Ascott Star Rewards (ASR), Ascott’s loyalty programme, members enjoy exclusive privileges and offers at participating properties. Trading as: Citadines by The Ascott Limited Required skills: Time Management, Customer Focused, Customer Service, Multitasking, Organisation Skills, Attention to Detail, Team Work, Communication Skills, Problem Solving £24600.00 per annum Department: Reception About you Language required: English. The company At The Ascott Limited, we believe that our guests can be anywhere in the world, and still feel right at home. With a suite of accommodation options that spans serviced apartments & hotels, coliving properties, as well as independent senior living apartments, our guests can count on us for that sense of comfort and familiarity, be it for a short stopover or a new space to call their home. A trusted hospitality company, Ascott’s presence extends across Asia Pacific, Central Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the USA. Its diversified accommodation offerings span serviced residences, coliving properties, hotels and independent senior living apartments. Ascott's award-winning hospitality brands include Ascott, Citadines, lyf, Oakwood, Somerset, The Crest Collection, The Unlimited Collection, Fox, Harris, POP!, Preference, Quest, Vertu and Yello. Through Ascott Star Rewards (ASR), Ascott’s loyalty programme, members enjoy exclusive privileges and offers at participating properties. This year, Ascott marks 40 years in hospitality service. Growing from strength to strength, powering up through new alliances and transforming challenges into triumphs, Ascott is trailblazing tomorrow and charting a new future of growth. Hear from Ascott’s past and present leaders as they share about their experiences in this tribute video, having witnessed Ascott’s growth to become truly Unlimited.
Host/Receptionist – O'Ver Restaurant Are you passionate about Italian cuisine and hospitality? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment? O'Ver Restaurant is looking for a dedicated Host/Receptionist with 1- 2 years of experience to join our team! With locations in London Bridge and Piccadilly Circus, and a new venue on the horizon, we are expanding and seeking someone who shares our love for exceptional service and authentic Italian dining. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: ✅ Proven experience in a similar hospitality role ✅ Excellent phone etiquette and ability to manage guest inquiries professionally ✅ Strong reservation system(Open Table) and email management skills ✅ Fluency in English (spoken and written) ✅ Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills ✅ Ability to handle guest requests with professionalism and efficiency ✅ Microsoft Office 365 proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) ✅ Capability to prepare end-of-day reports and emails ✅ Strong time management skills and ability to meet deadlines ✅ A genuine passion for hospitality and hosting WHAT YOU WILL DO: 📞 Manage incoming phone calls and guest inquiries 📩 Respond promptly to emails and reservation requests 🍽 Oversee and coordinate busy service periods with efficiency 🔄 Multitask effectively, ensuring smooth front-of-house operations BENEFITS: 💰 Competitive salary 🍷 50% discount on food & beverages post-probation 🌟 28 days of paid annual leave, including birthday leave 🥘 Complimentary staff meals 🎓 Access to training programs and internal competitions 🏆 Participation in the "Employee of the Month – O'Ver Hero" scheme 🎁 Bonus scheme based on length of service If you're ready for an exciting challenge and want to be part of a growing team, apply now! At O'Ver, we live by one motto: "EAT TO BE HAPPY!"
This is a unique opportunity for an on-call highly professional day house-keeper to provide exceptional on hand support and cleaning in a prestigious office in London. We seek an individual with good command of the English language, and highly engaging as this role is client facing and requires client interaction. Essential Criteria 1. Keen eye for detail 2. Excellent communication skills 3. Ability to consider the office experience and improve workplace environment 4. Strong team work skills and ability to use initiative 5. Excellent problem solver MUST BE AVAILABLE from 8:00AM and availability to finish at 18:00PM ** High level details** Type of position: Permanent Hours of work: Mixed Shifts Hours per week: Hours vary Pay rate: £13.15 per hour (retainer fee available) Location: Central London Duties: - Provide fantastic service to clients - adapting to requests and resolving problems quickly and with precision - Complete house-keeping duties as required - Report specifics to management ensuring we have open dialogue at all times - Consider the client and offer above and beyond cleaning and support services - Maintain stock cupboards and have ownership of stock takes and product usage ** Experience** - Cleaning in high standard environment - Front facing with clients - Using initiative and NOT waiting to be told what to do