Receptionist - Casual Position/s Available

Location
Basingstoke Country Hotel
Salary
6.5 - 6.5
Posted
03 May 2015
Closes
26 May 2015
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

If you have drive, enthusiasm and a passion for customer service, this is a great opportunity for a Receptionist to work for a company who encourages you and helps you achieve your goals. 



What is the role about?


• Greeting guests in a professional & friendly manner
• Dealing with bookings by phone, e-mail, letter or face-to-face
• Completing Check In/Out Procedures when guests arrive & leave
• Preparing guests bills, taking payments & fulfilling administrative duties
• Taking & passing on messages
• Dealing with guests enquiries both about the hotel, its facilities & the surrounding area


As a Receptionist you should be professional & calm at all times, with the ability to handle challenging situations as and when they arise.



What we are looking for:



  •  You have a “can do” & “no problem” attitude, outlook & focus ensuring that that any potential issue arising has a positive solution behind it!

  • Have previous experience in a customer-focused industry

  • Are computer literate

  • Demonstrate flexibility

  • Possess excellent interpersonal skills

  • Have a positive attitude along with good communication skills & an excellent telephone manner

  • Have good command of written & spoken English

  • Demonstrate excellent organisational & prioritisation skills with the ability to multitask

  • Are self-motivated & detail-orientated

  • Are able to work under pressure & able to use your initiative

  • Have the ability to work in a team environment

  • Be eligible to work in the UK



If you feel you have all the above qualities & want to gain experience & develop a career in hospitality, please press APPLY NOW as we would love to hear from you!


 

Tucked away in rural Hampshire, the Basingstoke Country Hotel is set in 4.5 acres of secluded woodland surroundings. Boasting 100 bedrooms. Facilities include a leisure club with indoor pool, sauna, and a full fitness suite. Ideally located just 5 minutes from the M3 and only an hour by train from central London.