Hotel Receptionist / Customer Service Front of House / Front Desk

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
London
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Hospitality & Catering
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SKILLS

Customer Service Communication Organisation Multitasking Administrative Tasks Hotel PMS Systems Telephone Handling Attention to Detail

FULL DESCRIPTION

Hotel Receptionist / Customer Service Front of House / Front Desk

Location: London

Salary: Competitive

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Job Reference: AWDO-P14645

Date Posted: 24 April 2026

Recruiter: AWD online

Job Description

Front Desk / Front of House Hotel Receptionist

A great opportunity to join the company delivering excellent customer service, front desk support and administrative tasks in a busy hotel environment, using strong communication, organisation and multitasking skills.

If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Front Desk Agent, Guest Services Assistant, Front Office Coordinator, Hotel Customer Service Advisor, Reception Administrator

Candidates will need to be available on a Full-Time, Permanent basis.

Duties

  • Guest Welcome and Check-In: Greet guests, register arrivals, assign rooms and explain hotel facilities
  • Customer Service Support: Respond to guest enquiries in a polite, efficient and professional manner
  • Front Desk Administration: Maintain accurate guest records, update PMS systems and manage documentation securely
  • Telephone Handling: Answer internal and external calls promptly and manage switchboard operations
  • Reservations Management: Process bookings via telephone, email and in person, ensuring accuracy
  • Billing and Payments: Post charges, process payments and ensure all financial transactions are correct
  • End of Day Reporting: Prepare and submit daily reports and escalate any discrepancies
  • Guest Communication: Relay messages and coordinate with departments to meet guest needs
  • Upselling and Promotions: Promote hotel services and maximise occupancy and revenue opportunities
  • Compliance and Safety: Follow procedures for health and safety, emergency response and data protection

Candidate Requirements

  • Previous experience in a receptionist, front of house or customer service role
  • Strong communication skills with a professional and friendly manner
  • Excellent organisation skills and ability to multitask in a busy environment
  • Experience with administrative tasks such as data entry, record keeping and correspondence
  • Ability to use hotel systems, PMS systems or similar CRM/database systems
  • Confident handling telephone enquiries and switchboard operations
  • High level of attention to detail when managing bookings and financial transactions
  • Ability to work flexible shifts including weekends and evenings
  • A proactive approach with a focus on delivering excellent customer service
  • Knowledge of local attractions and transport routes is advantageous

How to Apply

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.

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