Guest Service Assistant

Peoplebank; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A welcoming hospitality venue in the UK is looking for a Guest Service Assistant to provide exceptional service to guests during their stay. Key responsibilities include checking in and out guests, assisting with inquiries, and collaborating with staff to ensure a memorable experience. Ideal candidates will possess strong hospitality skills, be able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, and have a passion for guest service. The position offers opportunities for training and development.

Benefits

50% off Food & Beverage in our hotels

Meals on duty provided

Access to Hospitality Rewards

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in customer service.
• Passion for hospitality and providing exceptional guest experiences.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome guests in a friendly manner.
• Provide excellent customer service and address inquiries.
• Check guests in and out of the hotel.
• Assist guests with luggage and other requests.
• Handle guest complaints promptly and effectively.
• Maintain knowledge of hotel services and local attractions.
• Collaborate with other hotel staff for seamless experience.

Skills

Strong hospitality skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to handle multiple tasks

Bilingual or multilingual proficiency

Job description

The Role of Guest Service Assistant

Avisford Park Hotel is located within 60 acres of grounds with 140 bedrooms, 15 meeting rooms and a fully equipped gym and leisure club and golf course for guests to enjoy, something for everyone.

The Guest Service Assistant will be responsible for providing a warm welcome, check-in and providing service as required throughout the guests stay.

The Guest Service Assistant will be an all-rounder who could be checking a guest in and be adaptable to service drinks on the bar. The Guest Service Assistant will be part of the team that provides a memorable experience for our guests to endure that they leave with a smile on their face.

Fantastic organisation, communication, problem solving and being adaptable are attributes required in the role.

An eye for detail and for delivering memorable guest experiences for our guests make this a lovely role for someone who wants to make have a positive impact on our guests.

The role of Guest Service Assistant will report to the Hotel Manager and is ideal for someone who has strong demonstratable experience in customer service. However, we are happy to train and develop anyone who has the right attitude and wants to join our team!

Responsibilities:

• Greet and welcome guests in a friendly and professional manner
• Provide excellent customer service and address guest inquiries and concerns
• Check guests in and out of the hotel, ensuring accuracy of information
• Assist guests with luggage, transportation, and other requests
• Handle guest complaints or issues promptly and effectively
• Maintain knowledge of hotel services, amenities, and local attractions
• Process payments and maintain accurate records
• Collaborate with other hotel staff to ensure a seamless guest experience

Skills:

• Strong hospitality skills with a genuine desire to provide exceptional guest service
• Bilingual or multilingual proficiency is a plus
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with hotel operations and reservation systems is preferred

As a Guest Service Assistant, you will be the face of our hotel, providing exceptional service to our guests throughout their stay. Your friendly demeanour, attention to detail, and strong communication skills will contribute to creating a positive and memorable experience for our guests. If you are passionate about hospitality and enjoy working in a dynamic team environment, we invite you to apply for this position.

Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities or skills required for this position.

• £60 BB per night for Friends and Family rate
• Celebration of milestone employment anniversaries
• 50% off Food & Beverage in our hotels
• Meals on duty provided
• Access to Hospitality Rewards
• Offerings from retail and dining discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme and same day on-line GP appointments