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Senior Receptionist - Gymkhana Salary - Up to £17.50ph Schedule - Full Time Experience - Previous experience as a Senior receptionist within a Michelin star restaurant or Fine dinning Gymkhana are seeking a Senior Receptionist to join their team. The successful candidate will be friendly, personable and passionate about all things food and drink. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Senior Receptionist looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group. The Restaurant Operating in Mayfair for over a decade, Gymkhana is inspired by the bars, social, sports, and members’ clubs of the British Raj in India. It serves contemporary Indian cuisine using seasonal British ingredients, with a strong focus on the tandoori oven. Since its opening in 2013, Gymkhana has garnered numerous accolades, including its first Michelin star and, in 2024, a second Michelin star, making it the first Indian restaurant in London to hold two.The restaurant was also named Restaurant of the Year by Restaurant Magazine and BMW Square Meal in 2014. As Giles Coren of The Times remarked, "Gymkhana is the best restaurant I have ever been to." The Position We're looking for an experienced Senior Receptionist to ensure a welcoming and engaging first impression, and an exceptional guest experience. You will be delivering Michelin Star standards and ensuring a seamless journey for our guests from start to finish. If you have experience in the following, then we want to hear from you: Welcoming and interacting with our guests in a professional and friendly manner, building rapport to encourage their repeat custom; Effectively managing reservations and walk-ins to maximise covers during service; Handling face to face, telephone and email queries in a polite, professional and diplomatic manner.

Receptionist - INKO NITO (Part time - 32 hours) INKO NITO is an unconventional Japanese restaurant offering robatayaki and sushi with Korean flavour influences. Relaxed, informal, and fun, INKO NITO is in the heart of London's Soho and is the perfect destination to enjoy a unique dining experience with a vibrant atmosphere and energy. About the Role.. We are seeking a talented Receptionist to join our dynamic team at INKO NITO. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment where fun meets the buzz and lively atmosphere of Japanese street market dining. Our Receptionistsare enthusiastic and passionate and have bags of personality that matches the vibrant INKO environment. Our ideal Receptionist demonstrates: • Knowledge of Japanese cuisine/service (preferred but not essential), • A strong desire to grow and develop, both themselves, as well as the team, • World class in-house training; we want you to have all the tools to be the best, • Opportunity to travel the world with our five incredible worldwide brands, • Long service awards to show that we love having you around!, • Exciting In-house incentives, • Travel season ticket loan, • Family meals on shift Working at INKO NITO offers more than just a job - it's an opportunity to be part of a globally renowned brand that values creativity, growth, and excellence. It's a place where passion meets opportunity, and where every team member is valued for their contribution.

Citadines Trafalgar Square 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 unique experiences and offerings to Live, Work and Play in infinite ways. Designed for the love of cities, Citadines offer travellers the comfort of a serviced residence and the flexibility of a hotel. 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 • £26248.00 per annum

🎯 Reception Superstar Wanted! 🎉 Do you love being the first friendly face people see when they walk in? Are you a natural at making others feel welcome and keeping things running smoothly? If so, we want YOU as our Receptionist! We’re looking for someone who can bring warmth, confidence, and energy to our front desk. Our venue is all about great vibes, live sport, games, and good times — and you’ll be at the heart of it all, making sure every guest’s experience starts off on the right foot. 🕹️ Your mission (should you choose to accept it): • Welcome every guest with a genuine smile and friendly attitude, • Handle check-ins, bookings, and enquiries with ease, • Keep the front desk area organised, vibrant, and inviting, • Be the go-to person for information about what’s happening in the venue ⚽ What we’re looking for: • Outgoing, people-loving personality, • Confidence in greeting and chatting with guests, • Excellent communication and multitasking skills, • A proactive attitude and ability to stay cool under pressure, • Passion for sports, games, or a lively social environment If you’re someone who thrives on energy, loves connecting with people, and can juggle a few things at once (with a smile!), we’d love to hear from you!

• To provide a comprehensive and efficient administrative service to the Food & Beverage team, • To manage the office environment providing an exceptional guest and colleague experience, by maintaining office essentials, coordinating administrative duties and anticipating customer needs in a professional manner ensuring a seamless service experience

The Role We are currently recruiting for a House Coordinator (Fixed Term) to cover a period of maternity leave for approximately one year. The role is to ensure a welcoming and memorable experience at 1 Warwick for all members, guests, and client partnerships. You will ensure the reception experience runs smoothly and clear communication is delivered throughout the House, as the primary gatekeeper and ambassador for the House. Key Responsibilities • Ensure a hospitable service is always delivered and that all members and guests are welcomed, known by name, checked in and their needs are met and held as the priority., • Be the ambassador of knowledge on all member services and activities across Mortimer House., • Regularly communicating with the Reception Manager any updates on all reception, Member queries, feedback, and housekeeping., • Complete the new member onboarding process for all tiers of membership as communicated by membership team., • Communicate to the 1 Warwick team all relevant event information needed to deliver exceptional member experiences., • Be knowledgeable on all aspects of House programmes and manage distribution and availability of printed copy around the House., • Ensure all checklists are completed and signed off, daily, weekly, and monthly., • Ensuring the reception desk is clutter free and an engaging space to welcome people., • Manage the atmosphere, music, scent, and heating for reception and workspaces., • Communicate to Office Floor Coordinators all changes or requests from Members., • Ensure all member systems always work seamlessly, and liaising with our IT providers., • Ensure members have access to information of services, promotions, and events across both Maslow’s houses., • Management of all refreshments, technology, atmosphere, and coordination for internal and external meeting room bookings., • Ensure the reception inbox, landline and mobile communication is monitored in a timely and professional manner and in line with our brand tone of voice., • Manage restaurant bookings and enquiries/requests where needed., • Distribute member post correctly and in a timely manner., • Be the point of contact for all external contractors, logging arrival and departure times., • Ensure the Function sheets are distributed by the events team to the specific departments., • To carry out any other duties that may be required by the Reception Manager and General Manager., • Contribute to an enjoyable working environment., • Build a strong relationship with the F&B Managers and HODs to allow support in administration. Requirements: • Previous experience in a similar role, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, • Strong attention to detail and multitasking abilities, • Ability to work effectively in a team and under pressure., • Positive attitude and willingness to go the extra mile to exceed customer expectations., • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required. In Return We Offer: • £450 Gross Refer-a-friend scheme (unlimited referrals!), • 50% discount on F&B onsite, • Reward and discounts platform, • SmartTech and CycleToWork schemes, • Access to delicious on shift meals *Please note that we do not have a Skilled Worker Sponsor License

Role Overview The HR Assistant provides essential operational and administrative support to the HR Manager, with a primary focus on recruitment coordination, HR administration, and data management. The role supports the effective delivery of the wider HR strategy while ensuring that day-to-day HR processes run efficiently, accurately, and confidentially. This is a hands-on role suited to an organised and detail-oriented individual who is comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities • Recruitment Support (Core Duties), • Screen CVs against defined role criteria and prepare shortlists for review by the HR Manager., • Coordinate interviews, including scheduling, diary management, and communication with candidates., • Act as a point of contact for candidates throughout the recruitment process, ensuring a professional and timely candidate experience., • Support the HR Manager in the delivery of the recruitment strategy and hiring plans., • Maintain and update the applicant tracking system (Recruitee) and associated recruitment trackers., • Assist with the preparation of recruitment reports and hiring metrics, HR Administration & Data Management (Core Duties) • Maintain accurate, up-to-date, and confidential employee records and HR documentation., • Manage the HR inbox, responding to routine queries and escalating issues where appropriate., • Ensure HR systems and trackers are kept current and data integrity is maintained., • Support the preparation of HR metrics, dashboards, and reporting., • Assist with onboarding and offboarding administration as required. Training & Development Support • Provide administrative support for the coordination of training programmes., • Assist with the organisation, scheduling, and tracking of training activities., • Support the maintenance of training records and learning materials., • Wider HR & Business Support, • Provide general administrative support to HR initiatives led by the HR Manager., • Support the internal accounts department with administrative tasks where required., • Assist with ad-hoc HR projects in line with business needs., • Support compliance-related administration and documentation as the business grows. Skills & Experience • Previous experience in an HR, recruitment, or administrative role (desirable but not essential)., • Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail., • Ability to manage confidential information with discretion and professionalism., • Confident communicator, both written and verbal., • Comfortable working with HR systems and databases (experience with Recruitee advantageous)., • Proficient in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace. Personal Attributes • Highly organised and methodical, • Proactive and willing to learn, • Reliable and dependable, • Comfortable working to deadlines, • Team-oriented with a supportive approach Additional Information This job description outlines the core responsibilities of the HR Assistant role but is not intended to be exhaustive. The post-holder may be required to undertake additional duties appropriate to the role and level, in line with business needs.

Receptionist – Full-Time 📍 Gilgamesh London, Covent Garden About the Role: Gilgamesh London is seeking a professional, friendly, and experienced Receptionist to be the face of our venue. You’ll manage reservations, welcome guests, and ensure seamless front-of-house operations. Key Responsibilities: • Manage reservations via SevenRooms, OpenTable, and The Fork, • Provide a warm, professional welcome to all guests, • Handle phone, email, and in-person inquiries, • Work closely with the floor and management teams to ensure smooth service, • Maintain a tidy, organized reception area, • Support with VIP bookings & special requests Requirements: ✔️ Previous experience in a high-end restaurant or hospitality setting ✔️ MUST HAVE PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE in reservation systems (SevenRooms, OpenTable, The Fork) ✔️ Exceptional customer service & communication skills ✔️ Positive, professional, and highly organized ✔️ Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, including evenings & weekends Why Join Us? ✨ Work in one of London’s top dining venues ✨ Competitive salary & career growth opportunities ✨ Engage with VIPs & industry professionals ✨ Staff discounts & team perks Join Gilgamesh London and help us create exceptional guest experiences!

Job Opening :Receptionist _ Riviera London Location: 23 St James Street, London, SW1A 1HA Pay Rate: £12.21 per hour Riviera London is seeking a friendly, well-presented, and reliable Receptionist to join our team. This is a great opportunity for someone with excellent communication and organizational skills who enjoys providing outstanding customer service in a professional environment. Key Responsibilities: - Greeting and assisting guests and visitors in a courteous manner - Answering phone calls and responding to emails promptly and professionally - Managing bookings, appointments, and front desk records - Maintaining a tidy and welcoming reception area - Supporting general administrative tasks as required Requirements: - Previous experience in a receptionist or customer-facing role preferred - Strong communication and interpersonal skills - Confident with Microsoft Office and booking systems - Professional appearance and positive attitude Hours: Full-time or part-time options available Start Date: Immediate If you’re enthusiastic and eager to be part of a dynamic team, we’d love to hear from you.