Hotel Day Receptionist
Bloomsbury, London WC1H 0DG
Day Receptionist
Imperial London Hotels Group based at Royal National & City Sleeper
40 hours (5 out of 7 days weekly rota)
£26,956.00 + Benefits
Do you love meeting new people and sparking conversations?
Are you a friendly and organised team player with a knack for making others feel at ease?
Do you want to work in a unique, family-run hotel?
If so, we’d love to hear from you!
We’re looking for a warm and welcoming Receptionist to join our dedicated Front Office team. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for creating a seamless and memorable experience for our guests from check-in to check-out. Your duties will include managing room reservations, processing amendments and cancellations, promoting our 1837 Guest Loyalty Programme, and demonstrating expert knowledge of hotel services and local attractions. With your commitment to exceptional service, you will ensure every guest receives an authentic London experience and memorable stay.
Why Join Us?
This is a great opportunity to enhance your experienced in front office operations, we provide a structured career path. From Receptionist, Reception Supervisor, Assistant Front Office Manager and Front Office Manager, we support your growth every step of the way. With dedicated training opportunities from day one, you'll gain the skills and experience needed to progress in your role.
No two days are the same. You'll interact with guests from around the world and work as part of a close-knit, supportive team. Our reception area often resembles a bustling airport terminal—fast-paced, exciting, and full of energy!
Located between Tavistock and Russell Square Gardens in the vibrant neighbourhood of Bloomsbury, the Royal National Hotel places you right in the heart of London. The hotel features the on-site Blooms Café, known for its excellent coffee, and the fully refurbished London Pub, which serves classic British dishes and a variety of local beers. Both are open seven days a week.
What we’re looking for:
1 Year of Experience as a Front Office Receptionist in the hotel industry
A natural flair for customer service
Positive and caring personality
Problem-solving abilities
Flexibility to work a varied shift pattern: early mornings, evenings, and weekends
Basic IT and office skills: familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, email etiquette, printing, scanning, and filing
Professional proficiency in English
Team-oriented attitude
Happy to work in a fast-paced environment
Desirable (not essential but a plus!):
Proficiency in multiple languages
Proficiency in OPERA (PMS System)
What you will get in return
28 days holiday, rising to 33 with length of service (including bank holidays).
Access to ILH Training Academy programmes, apprenticeships and supported study
Holiday Purchase Scheme
Complimentary uniform dry‑cleaning, plus discounted personal dry‑cleaning
Interest‑free Season Ticket Loan
Workplace Pension
Team member flat rate and 50% friends and family hotel discount
50% discount across ILH F&B outlets
Discounted drinks at Blooms Café
Employee‑funded Health Cash Plan
Local Bloomsbury discounts
Early Pay access
Shopping discounts with selected retailers
Salary sacrifice schemes including nursery care, cycle to work, and technology
Access to mental health first‑aiders, wellbeing support and the Employee Assistance Programme
You can explore additional benefits here.
About Us:
With a 185-year legacy, our company combines the stability of a long-standing 7th generation family business with the innovation of a startup. We have big plans for growth, and we need someone who shares our excitement for the future, whilst upholding our core values of positivity, care, collaboration, growth, and pride.
We are the Imperial London Family of Hotels, a family-run company dedicated to rewriting the traditional hospitality mindset. We operate 8 hotels and 9 restaurants in the heart of Bloomsbury, London and we believe that great hospitality starts with the right people. So, if you’re ready to bring your expertise to support us with our new chapter, please apply today!
