1554 Front Desk Staff jobs in London

The Front Desk Manager owns each guest with whom they interact, follow up on experience and offering a seamless execution of premium service that is both exceptional and memorable. As a Manager in the Guest Relations Department, The Front Desk Manager is the liaison between the Front Desk Team and all Hotel and Marine Departments to support proactive anticipation to every guest’s needs and expectations. The Front Desk Manager must possess outstanding hospitality, communication, leadership and organizational skills in addition to effective decision-making abilities. Paying keen attention to detail, the Front Desk Manager is held fully accountable for the leadership required to foster a quality and personalized guest experience within the team. This individual will take full ownership of Front Desk Team regarding all results, financial, development, training and analytical aspects including the accountability of escalated guest interaction, the guest sentiment following the interaction and the orderliness, emergency preparedness and efficacy of the Front Desk Operations, back and front of house.

Qualifications:

• SHIPBOARD Employment type.
• Must at least have more than 4 yrs of experience in a Front Desk Managerial position or a General Manager position in a boutique hotel or in a 4–5-star hotel experience.
• Experience in handling 100+ guests in a 4–5-star hotel.
• Experience in handling and supervising 30+ Team Members in Guest Services Department.
• Must be willing to work under pressure
• Ability to speak additional languages such as Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, French or German preferred (Conversational Proficiency).

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• All duties and responsibilities are to be performed in accordance with Celebrity Cruises WAYS standards, Standards of Excellence, Public Health guidelines, Key Performance Indicators, environmental, and safety policies in any area of the ship required.
• Maintains a constant presence of professionalism and emergency preparedness within the Front Desk Operations both back and front of house, being the brand voice and physical representative of the ship and Guest Relations for all interactions and calls providing impeccable, personalized quality of service to internal and external guests and crew alike
• Executes the Ability to Resolve Issues vision in accordance with the current Standards of Excellence, holds accountability over all team development and performance opportunity, fosters healthy financial figures and guest satisfaction results.
• Championing strong administrative skills, taking periodic metrics of data such as guest counts, desk volume, concern content and guest and crew interaction behavioral analysis
• Readily communicates inventory, program access and maintenance requirements by taking full stewardship of work areas and tools
• Due diligence, care and attention to detail in all interactions and operations with an elevated focus on precision during financial transactions and cash float operations
• Responds to escalated guest concerns in an up-scale, considerate, professional and positive manner, showing empathy and actively listening

Qualifications: SHIPBOARD Employment type. Must at least have more than 4 yrs of experience in a Front Desk Managerial position or a General Manager position in a boutique hotel or in a 4–5-star hotel experience. Experience in handling 100 guests in a 4–5-star hotel. Experience in handling and supervising 30 Team Members in Guest Services Department. Must be willing to work under pressure Ability to speak additional languages such as Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, French or German preferred (Conversational Proficiency). Essential Duties & Responsibilities: All duties and responsibilities are to be performed in accordance with Celebrity Cruises WAYS standards, Standards of Excellence, Public Health guidelines, Key Performance Indicators, environmental, and safety policies in any area of the ship required. Maintains a constant presence of professionalism and emergency preparedness within the Front Desk Operations both back and front of house, being the brand voice and physical representative of the ship and Guest Relations for all interactions and calls providing impeccable, personalized quality of service to internal and external guests and crew alike Executes the Ability to Resolve Issues vision in accordance with the current Standards of Excellence, holds accountability over all team development and performance opportunity, fosters healthy financial figures and guest satisfaction results. Championing strong administrative skills, taking periodic metrics of data such as guest counts, desk volume, concern content and guest and crew interaction behavioral analysis Readily communicates inventory, program access and maintenance requirements by taking full stewardship of work areas and tools Due diligence, care and attention to detail in all interactions and operations with an elevated focus on precision during financial transactions and cash float operations Responds to escalated guest concerns in an up-scale, considerate, professional and positive manner, showing empathy and actively listening

Qualifications: SHIPBOARD Employment type. Must at least have more than 4 yrs of experience in a Front Desk Managerial position or a General Manager position in a boutique hotel or in a 4–5-star hotel experience. Experience in handling 100 guests in a 4–5-star hotel. Experience in handling and supervising 30 Team Members in Guest Services Department. Must be willing to work under pressure Ability to speak additional languages such as Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, French or German preferred (Conversational Proficiency). Essential Duties & Responsibilities: All duties and responsibilities are to be performed in accordance with Celebrity Cruises WAYS standards, Standards of Excellence, Public Health guidelines, Key Performance Indicators, environmental, and safety policies in any area of the ship required. Maintains a constant presence of professionalism and emergency preparedness within the Front Desk Operations both back and front of house, being the brand voice and physical representative of the ship and Guest Relations for all interactions and calls providing impeccable, personalized quality of service to internal and external guests and crew alike Executes the Ability to Resolve Issues vision in accordance with the current Standards of Excellence, holds accountability over all team development and performance opportunity, fosters healthy financial figures and guest satisfaction results. Championing strong administrative skills, taking periodic metrics of data such as guest counts, desk volume, concern content and guest and crew interaction behavioral analysis Readily communicates inventory, program access and maintenance requirements by taking full stewardship of work areas and tools Due diligence, care and attention to detail in all interactions and operations with an elevated focus on precision during financial transactions and cash float operations Responds to escalated guest concerns in an up-scale, considerate, professional and positive manner, showing empathy and actively listening

**Additional Information**

**Job Number**


**Job Category** Rooms & Guest Services Operations


**Location** JW Marriott Grosvenor House London, 86-90 Park Lane, London, London, United Kingdom, W1K 7TNVIEW ON MAP (
**Schedule** Full Time


**Located Remotely?** N


**Position Type** Non-Management




**EXPLORE MARRIOTT u2013 Front Desk Agent**



Marriott International portfolio of brands includes both JW Marriott and Marriott Hotels.



**JW Marriott** is part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than 110 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come first. Because if youu2019re happy, our guests will be happy. Itu2019s as simple as that. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where youu2019ll be part of a community and enjoy a true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly, a place where you can really pursue your passions in a luxury environment. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take care of our associates. Thatu2019s The JW Treatmentu2122.



**Grosvenor House** Located on Park Lane in the heart of Mayfair, our distinguished 5-star hotel offers exceptional accommodation, epicurean delights and sweeping views over Hyde Park. This grand 5-star hotel celebrated its 90th anniversary in 2019. JW Marriott Grosvenor House London welcomes celebrities, royalty and business leaders to Mayfair throughout its history and continues to do so. London is on the doorstep, the hotel is a stoneu2019s throw from Bond Street, Knightsbridge, Regent Street, Buckingham Palace, V&A, Natural History & Science museums and the West End. Our guests are able to experience modern luxury in a place where they can be mindful and present, and indulge in the inspired service and nourishing surroundings.



We are currently recruiting for **Front Office Agent** who strive to provide and inspire incredible guest service that creates truly memorable experiences for our guests. Join our amazing and diverse team and grow your career with Marriott International, the worldu2019s largest and most celebrated hospitality brand.



**What weu2019re looking for**



A warm, people-oriented demeanour



A team-first attitude



Positive outlook and outgoing personality



Flexibility, problem-solving skills and multi-tasking ability



The ability to stand, sit or walk for extended periods of time across a work shift



**Position summary**



First impressions are everything. And youu2019ll set the tone for every guestu2019s stay. With a genuinely warm welcome, youu2019ll be ready with answers to any questions and happy to offer information about hotel services, facilities and the local area. Anything to help make their visit that bit more special. And, creating the smoothest check-out experience, youu2019ll make sure they leave us happy too.



**What youu2019ll do**



Process guest check-ins, assigning rooms and activating room keys



Co-ordinate with Housekeeping to track readiness of rooms for check-in and report any guest concerns



Answer, respond to and process all guest calls, messages, questions or concerns



Give guests information and directions regarding property and local areas of interest



Process check-outs and resolving any disputed charges



Process payments and room charges, as well as cashing guestsu2019 personal and travelleru2019s cheques



Confirm reservations and cancellations, running daily reports on the number of arrivals and departures



**CANDIDATE PROFILE**



**Experience**


Previous experience working within a Front Office environment or similar preferred



**Skills and Knowledge**


Strong Communication skills (verbal, listening, writing)
Innovative
Pro-active and reliable
Able to work alone and within a team



**Education or Certification**


Good level of English essential



**REWARDS FOR WORKu2026 BENEFITS FOR YOUR LIFESTYLE**



As a world-class leader in the travel industry, thereu2019s no better place than Marriott International to make your mark. Joining us, youu2019ll get to entertain and meet people from all over the world as you build your experience. Youu2019ll find a place where your personality and ideas are appreciated just as much as the work you do. Youu2019ll grow through opportunities to explore the business, opening yourself to various career options. If you have the natural ability to communicate and enjoy working with others, we welcome you to join our global family.



Weu2019ll support you in and out of the workplace by offering:


Team-spirited co-workers
Encouraging management
Wellbeing programs
Comprehensive Training and Development program
Marriott Discount Card enabling to benefits from hotel room, gift shops and F&B across 130 countries.
Recognition programs
Meals at work
Uniform
Enrolment of Perks at Work - Access to unlimited deals of retailers and more
20 days holiday increasing with service
Cycle to work scheme
Pension & Life Assurance
Awards and recognition celebrations and many moreu2026.



Our highest priority is making you feel as welcome as our guests. We want you to know youu2019re important to us and that youu2019ll make an impact in your role, and for that, youu2019ll be appreciated and valued.



_Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law._



Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of u201cWonderful Hospitality. Always.u201d by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy. With the name thatu2019s synonymous with hospitality the world over, we are proud to welcome you to explore a career with Marriott Hotels. In joining Marriott Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. **Be** where you can do your best work, **begin** your purpose, **belong** to an amazing global team, and **become** the best version of you.



JW Marriott is part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than 100 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come first. Because if youu2019re happy, our guests will be happy. JW Marriott associates are confident, innovative, genuine, intuitive, and carry on the legacy of the brandu2019s namesake and company founder, J.Willard Marriott. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where youu2019ll be part of a community and enjoy true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly, a place where you can pursue your passions in a luxury environment with a focus on holistic well-being. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take care of our associates. Thatu2019s The JW Treatmentu2122. In joining JW Marriott, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. **Be** where you can do your best work,u200b **begin** your purpose, **belong** to an amazing globalu200b team, and **become** the best version of you.

**Additional Information**

**Job Number**


**Job Category** Rooms & Guest Services Operations


**Location** JW Marriott Grosvenor House London, 86-90 Park Lane, London, London, United Kingdom, W1K 7TNVIEW ON MAP (
**Schedule** Full Time


**Located Remotely?** N


**Position Type** Non-Management




**EXPLORE MARRIOTT u2013 Front Desk Agent**



Marriott International portfolio of brands includes both JW Marriott and Marriott Hotels.



**JW Marriott** is part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than 110 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come first. Because if youu2019re happy, our guests will be happy. Itu2019s as simple as that. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where youu2019ll be part of a community and enjoy a true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly, a place where you can really pursue your passions in a luxury environment. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take care of our associates. Thatu2019s The JW Treatmentu2122.



**Grosvenor House** Located on Park Lane in the heart of Mayfair, our distinguished 5-star hotel offers exceptional accommodation, epicurean delights and sweeping views over Hyde Park. This grand 5-star hotel celebrated its 90th anniversary in 2019. JW Marriott Grosvenor House London welcomes celebrities, royalty and business leaders to Mayfair throughout its history and continues to do so. London is on the doorstep, the hotel is a stoneu2019s throw from Bond Street, Knightsbridge, Regent Street, Buckingham Palace, V&A, Natural History & Science museums and the West End. Our guests are able to experience modern luxury in a place where they can be mindful and present, and indulge in the inspired service and nourishing surroundings.



We are currently recruiting for **Front Office Agent** who strive to provide and inspire incredible guest service that creates truly memorable experiences for our guests. Join our amazing and diverse team and grow your career with Marriott International, the worldu2019s largest and most celebrated hospitality brand.



**What weu2019re looking for**



A warm, people-oriented demeanour



A team-first attitude



Positive outlook and outgoing personality



Flexibility, problem-solving skills and multi-tasking ability



The ability to stand, sit or walk for extended periods of time across a work shift



**Position summary**



First impressions are everything. And youu2019ll set the tone for every guestu2019s stay. With a genuinely warm welcome, youu2019ll be ready with answers to any questions and happy to offer information about hotel services, facilities and the local area. Anything to help make their visit that bit more special. And, creating the smoothest check-out experience, youu2019ll make sure they leave us happy too.



**What youu2019ll do**



Process guest check-ins, assigning rooms and activating room keys



Co-ordinate with Housekeeping to track readiness of rooms for check-in and report any guest concerns



Answer, respond to and process all guest calls, messages, questions or concerns



Give guests information and directions regarding property and local areas of interest



Process check-outs and resolving any disputed charges



Process payments and room charges, as well as cashing guestsu2019 personal and travelleru2019s cheques



Confirm reservations and cancellations, running daily reports on the number of arrivals and departures



**CANDIDATE PROFILE**



**Experience**


Previous experience working within a Front Office environment or similar preferred



**Skills and Knowledge**


Strong Communication skills (verbal, listening, writing)
Innovative
Pro-active and reliable
Able to work alone and within a team



**Education or Certification**


Good level of English essential



**REWARDS FOR WORKu2026 BENEFITS FOR YOUR LIFESTYLE**



As a world-class leader in the travel industry, thereu2019s no better place than Marriott International to make your mark. Joining us, youu2019ll get to entertain and meet people from all over the world as you build your experience. Youu2019ll find a place where your personality and ideas are appreciated just as much as the work you do. Youu2019ll grow through opportunities to explore the business, opening yourself to various career options. If you have the natural ability to communicate and enjoy working with others, we welcome you to join our global family.



Weu2019ll support you in and out of the workplace by offering:


Team-spirited co-workers
Encouraging management
Wellbeing programs
Comprehensive Training and Development program
Marriott Discount Card enabling to benefits from hotel room, gift shops and F&B across 130 countries.
Recognition programs
Meals at work
Uniform
Enrolment of Perks at Work - Access to unlimited deals of retailers and more
20 days holiday increasing with service
Cycle to work scheme
Pension & Life Assurance
Awards and recognition celebrations and many moreu2026.



Our highest priority is making you feel as welcome as our guests. We want you to know youu2019re important to us and that youu2019ll make an impact in your role, and for that, youu2019ll be appreciated and valued.



_Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law._



Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of u201cWonderful Hospitality. Always.u201d by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy. With the name thatu2019s synonymous with hospitality the world over, we are proud to welcome you to explore a career with Marriott Hotels. In joining Marriott Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. **Be** where you can do your best work, **begin** your purpose, **belong** to an amazing global team, and **become** the best version of you.



JW Marriott is part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than 100 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come first. Because if youu2019re happy, our guests will be happy. JW Marriott associates are confident, innovative, genuine, intuitive, and carry on the legacy of the brandu2019s namesake and company founder, J.Willard Marriott. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where youu2019ll be part of a community and enjoy true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly, a place where you can pursue your passions in a luxury environment with a focus on holistic well-being. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take care of our associates. Thatu2019s The JW Treatmentu2122. In joining JW Marriott, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. **Be** where you can do your best work,u200b **begin** your purpose, **belong** to an amazing globalu200b team, and **become** the best version of you.

**Additional Information**

**Job Number**


**Job Category** Rooms & Guest Services Operations


**Location** London Marriott Hotel Kensington, 147c Cromwell Road, Kensington, London, England, United Kingdom, SW5 0THVIEW ON MAP (
**Schedule** Full Time


**Located Remotely?** N


**Position Type** Management




We are looking for a passionate Front Desk Manager to join our wonderful team at London Marriott Hotel Kensington.



You deserve a career that fulfills your purpose. You deserve to dream without limits. Be a part of something bigger than yourself, join a team where everyone has a voice. Be inspired by whatu2019s possible and discover your own future. Begin your purpose, belong to a global community, and become the best version of you. At Marriott.Be you.



**The impact youu2019ll make**



Assists the Front Office Manager in administering front office functions and supervising staff on a daily basis. Front office areas include Bell/Door Staff, Switchboard and Guest Services/Front Desk. Position directs and works with managers and employees to carry out procedures ensuring an efficient check in and check out process. Ensures guest and employee satisfaction and maximizes the financial performance of the department.



**CANDIDATE PROFILE**



**Education and Experience**



High school diploma or GED; 2 years experience in the guest services, front desk, or related professional area.



OR



2-year degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; no work experience required.



**What youu2019ll do**



**Maintaining Guest Services and Front Desk Goals**



Manages day-to-day operations, ensuring the quality, standards and meeting the expectations of the customers on a daily basis.



Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.



Handles complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.



Supervises staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs and financial objectives are met.



Ensures that regular on-going communication is happening with employees to create awareness of business objectives and communicate expectations, recognizes performance, and produces desired results.



Understands the impact of departmentu2019s operations on the overall property financial goals and objectives and manages to achieve or exceed goals.



**Supporting Management of Front Desk Team**



Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.



Encourages and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.



Serving as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors.



Supervises and manages employees. Manages all day-to-day operations. Understands employee positions well enough to perform duties in employees' absence.



Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with employees and ensures employees do the same within the team.



Supervises all areas of the Front Office in the absence of the Front Office or Assistant Front Office Manager.



**Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service**



Provides services that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention.



Improves service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed.



Responds to and handles guest problems and complaints.



Sets a positive example for guest relations.



Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.



Observes service behaviors of employees and provides feedback to individuals.



Interacts with customers to obtain feedback on quality of product, service levels and overall satisfaction.



Ensures employees understand customer service expectations and parameters.



Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.



Emphasizes guest satisfaction during all departmental meetings and focuses on continuous improvement.



**Managing Projects and Policies**



Implements the customer recognition/service program, communicating and ensuring the process.



Trains staff and monitors adherence to all credit policies and procedures to reduce bad debts and rebates.



Supervises same day selling procedures to maximize room revenue and control property occupancy.



Supervises daily Front Desk shift operations and ensures compliance with all policies, standards and procedures.



Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently, disciplinary procedures and documentation are completed according to Standard and Local Operating Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs) and support the Peer Review Process.



**Supporting Human Resource Activities**



Supports the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.



Solicits employee feedback, utilizes an u201copen dooru201d policy and reviews employee satisfaction results to identify and address employee problems or concerns.



Brings issues concerning employee satisfaction to the attention of the department manager and Human Resources.



Assists as needed in the interviewing and hiring of employee team members with the appropriate skills.



Supports a departmental orientation program for employees to receive the appropriate new hire training to successfully perform their job.



Participates in employee progressive discipline procedures.



**Additional Responsibilities**



Provides information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.



Analyzes information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.



Informs and/or updates the executives, the peers and the subordinates on relevant information in a timely manner.



Performs all duties at the Front Desk as necessary.



Runs Front Desk shifts whenever necessary.



Participates in departmental meetings and continually communicates a clear and consistent message regarding the Front Desk goals to produce desired results.



**Perks you deserve**



Weu2019ll support you in and out of the workplace by offering:


Team-spirited co-workers
Encouraging management
Wellbeing programs
Learning and development opportunities
Discounts on hotel rooms, gift shop items, food and beverage
Recognition programs



**Youu2019re welcomed here**



Our highest priority is making you feel as welcome as our guests. We want you to know youu2019re important to us and that youu2019ll make an impact in your role, and for that, youu2019ll be appreciated and valued.



**LONDON MARRIOTT KENSINGTON**



At the 4-star London Marriott Hotel Kensington, ideally located near Londonu2019s best-known landmarks, we stand out from the crowd. We relentlessly pursue our craft. We support one another, strive for excellence and advance our expertise. We are versatile. Situated within a soaring, seven-story atrium, we are empowered to stay in control and soar above it all



_At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated.u202fOur greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law._



Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of u201cWonderful Hospitality. Always.u201d by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy. With the name thatu2019s synonymous with hospitality the world over, we are proud to welcome you to explore a career with Marriott Hotels. In joining Marriott Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. **Be** where you can do your best work, **begin** your purpose, **belong** to an amazing global team, and **become** the best version of you.



JW Marriott is part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than 100 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come first. Because if youu2019re happy, our guests will be happy. JW Marriott associates are confident, innovative, genuine, intuitive, and carry on the legacy of the brandu2019s namesake and company founder, J.Willard Marriott. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where youu2019ll be part of a community and enjoy true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly, a place where you can pursue your passions in a luxury environment with a focus on holistic well-being. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take care of our associates. Thatu2019s The JW Treatmentu2122. In joining JW Marriott, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. **Be** where you can do your best work,u200b **begin** your purpose, **belong** to an amazing globalu200b team, and **become** the best version of you.

**Additional Information**
**Job Number**
**Job Category** Rooms & Guest Services Operations
**Location** JW Marriott Grosvenor House London, 86-90 Park Lane, London, London, United Kingdom, W1K 7TNVIEW ON MAP ( Full Time
**Located Remotely?** N
**Position Type** Non-Management
**EXPLORE MARRIOTT - Front Desk Agent**
Marriott International portfolio of brands includes both JW Marriott and Marriott Hotels.
**JW Marriott** is part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than 110 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come first. Because if you're happy, our guests will be happy. It's as simple as that. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where you'll be part of a community and enjoy a true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly, a place where you can really pursue your passions in a luxury environment. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take care of our associates. That's The JW Treatment.
**Grosvenor House** Located on Park Lane in the heart of Mayfair, our distinguished 5-star hotel offers exceptional accommodation, epicurean delights and sweeping views over Hyde Park. This grand 5-star hotel celebrated its 90th anniversary in 2019. JW Marriott Grosvenor House London welcomes celebrities, royalty and business leaders to Mayfair throughout its history and continues to do so. London is on the doorstep, the hotel is a stone's throw from Bond Street, Knightsbridge, Regent Street, Buckingham Palace, V&A, Natural History & Science museums and the West End. Our guests are able to experience modern luxury in a place where they can be mindful and present, and indulge in the inspired service and nourishing surroundings.
We are currently recruiting for **Front Office Agent** who strive to provide and inspire incredible guest service that creates truly memorable experiences for our guests. Join our amazing and diverse team and grow your career with Marriott International, the world's largest and most celebrated hospitality brand.
**What we're looking for**
-A warm, people-oriented demeanour
-A team-first attitude
-Positive outlook and outgoing personality
-Flexibility, problem-solving skills and multi-tasking ability
-The ability to stand, sit or walk for extended periods of time across a work shift
**Position summary**
First impressions are everything. And you'll set the tone for every guest's stay. With a genuinely warm welcome, you'll be ready with answers to any questions and happy to offer information about hotel services, facilities and the local area. Anything to help make their visit that bit more special. And, creating the smoothest check-out experience, you'll make sure they leave us happy too.
**What you'll do**
-Process guest check-ins, assigning rooms and activating room keys
-Co-ordinate with Housekeeping to track readiness of rooms for check-in and report any guest concerns
-Answer, respond to and process all guest calls, messages, questions or concerns
-Give guests information and directions regarding property and local areas of interest
-Process check-outs and resolving any disputed charges
-Process payments and room charges, as well as cashing guests' personal and traveller's cheques
-Confirm reservations and cancellations, running daily reports on the number of arrivals and departures
**CANDIDATE PROFILE**
**Experience**
+ Previous experience working within a Front Office environment or similar preferred
**Skills and Knowledge**
+ Strong Communication skills (verbal, listening, writing)
+ Innovative
+ Pro-active and reliable
+ Able to work alone and within a team
**Education or Certification**
+ Good level of English essential
**REWARDS FOR WORK. BENEFITS FOR YOUR LIFESTYLE**
As a world-class leader in the travel industry, there's no better place than Marriott International to make your mark. Joining us, you'll get to entertain and meet people from all over the world as you build your experience. You'll find a place where your personality and ideas are appreciated just as much as the work you do. You'll grow through opportunities to explore the business, opening yourself to various career options. If you have the natural ability to communicate and enjoy working with others, we welcome you to join our global family.
We'll support you in and out of the workplace by offering:
+ Team-spirited co-workers
+ Encouraging management
+ Wellbeing programs
+ Comprehensive Training and Development program
+ Marriott Discount Card enabling to benefits from hotel room, gift shops and F&B across 130 countries.
+ Recognition programs
+ Meals at work
+ Uniform
+ Enrolment of Perks at Work - Access to unlimited deals of retailers and more
+ 20 days holiday increasing with service
+ Cycle to work scheme
+ Pension & Life Assurance
+ Awards and recognition celebrations and many more.
Our highest priority is making you feel as welcome as our guests. We want you to know you're important to us and that you'll make an impact in your role, and for that, you'll be appreciated and valued.
_Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law._
Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of "Wonderful Hospitality. Always." by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy. With the name that's synonymous with hospitality the world over, we are proud to welcome you to explore a career with Marriott Hotels. In joining Marriott Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. **Be** where you can do your best work, **begin** your purpose, **belong** to an amazing global team, and **become** the best version of you.
JW Marriott is part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than 100 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come first. Because if you're happy, our guests will be happy. JW Marriott associates are confident, innovative, genuine, intuitive, and carry on the legacy of the brand's namesake and company founder, J.Willard Marriott. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where you'll be part of a community and enjoy true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly, a place where you can pursue your passions in a luxury environment with a focus on holistic well-being. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take care of our associates. That's The JW Treatment. In joining JW Marriott, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. **Be** where you can do your best work, **begin** your purpose, **belong** to an amazing global team, and **become** the best version of you.

**Additional Information**
**Job Number**
**Job Category** Rooms & Guest Services Operations
**Location** London Marriott Hotel Kensington, 147c Cromwell Road, Kensington, London, England, United Kingdom, SW5 0THVIEW ON MAP ( Full Time
**Located Remotely?** N
**Position Type** Management
We are looking for a passionate Front Desk Manager to join our wonderful team at London Marriott Hotel Kensington.
You deserve a career that fulfills your purpose. You deserve to dream without limits. Be a part of something bigger than yourself, join a team where everyone has a voice. Be inspired by what's possible and discover your own future. Begin your purpose, belong to a global community, and become the best version of you. At Marriott.Be you.
**The impact you'll make**
Assists the Front Office Manager in administering front office functions and supervising staff on a daily basis. Front office areas include Bell/Door Staff, Switchboard and Guest Services/Front Desk. Position directs and works with managers and employees to carry out procedures ensuring an efficient check in and check out process. Ensures guest and employee satisfaction and maximizes the financial performance of the department.
**CANDIDATE PROFILE**
**Education and Experience**
- High school diploma or GED; 2 years experience in the guest services, front desk, or related professional area.
OR
- 2-year degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; no work experience required.
**What you'll do**
**Maintaining Guest Services and Front Desk Goals**
- Manages day-to-day operations, ensuring the quality, standards and meeting the expectations of the customers on a daily basis.
- Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
- Handles complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
- Supervises staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs and financial objectives are met.
- Ensures that regular on-going communication is happening with employees to create awareness of business objectives and communicate expectations, recognizes performance, and produces desired results.
- Understands the impact of department's operations on the overall property financial goals and objectives and manages to achieve or exceed goals.
**Supporting Management of Front Desk Team**
- Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.
- Encourages and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
- Serving as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors.
- Supervises and manages employees. Manages all day-to-day operations. Understands employee positions well enough to perform duties in employees' absence.
- Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with employees and ensures employees do the same within the team.
- Supervises all areas of the Front Office in the absence of the Front Office or Assistant Front Office Manager.
**Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service**
- Provides services that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention.
- Improves service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed.
- Responds to and handles guest problems and complaints.
- Sets a positive example for guest relations.
- Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.
- Observes service behaviors of employees and provides feedback to individuals.
- Interacts with customers to obtain feedback on quality of product, service levels and overall satisfaction.
- Ensures employees understand customer service expectations and parameters.
- Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
- Emphasizes guest satisfaction during all departmental meetings and focuses on continuous improvement.
**Managing Projects and Policies**
- Implements the customer recognition/service program, communicating and ensuring the process.
- Trains staff and monitors adherence to all credit policies and procedures to reduce bad debts and rebates.
- Supervises same day selling procedures to maximize room revenue and control property occupancy.
- Supervises daily Front Desk shift operations and ensures compliance with all policies, standards and procedures.
- Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently, disciplinary procedures and documentation are completed according to Standard and Local Operating Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs) and support the Peer Review Process.
**Supporting Human Resource Activities**
- Supports the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
- Solicits employee feedback, utilizes an "open door" policy and reviews employee satisfaction results to identify and address employee problems or concerns.
- Brings issues concerning employee satisfaction to the attention of the department manager and Human Resources.
- Assists as needed in the interviewing and hiring of employee team members with the appropriate skills.
- Supports a departmental orientation program for employees to receive the appropriate new hire training to successfully perform their job.
- Participates in employee progressive discipline procedures.
**Additional Responsibilities**
- Provides information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
- Analyzes information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
- Informs and/or updates the executives, the peers and the subordinates on relevant information in a timely manner.
- Performs all duties at the Front Desk as necessary.
- Runs Front Desk shifts whenever necessary.
- Participates in departmental meetings and continually communicates a clear and consistent message regarding the Front Desk goals to produce desired results.
**Perks you deserve**
We'll support you in and out of the workplace by offering:
+ Team-spirited co-workers
+ Encouraging management
+ Wellbeing programs
+ Learning and development opportunities
+ Discounts on hotel rooms, gift shop items, food and beverage
+ Recognition programs
**You're welcomed here**
Our highest priority is making you feel as welcome as our guests. We want you to know you're important to us and that you'll make an impact in your role, and for that, you'll be appreciated and valued.
**LONDON MARRIOTT KENSINGTON**
At the 4-star London Marriott Hotel Kensington, ideally located near London's best-known landmarks, we stand out from the crowd. We relentlessly pursue our craft. We support one another, strive for excellence and advance our expertise. We are versatile. Situated within a soaring, seven-story atrium, we are empowered to stay in control and soar above it all
_At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law._
Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of "Wonderful Hospitality. Always." by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy. With the name that's synonymous with hospitality the world over, we are proud to welcome you to explore a career with Marriott Hotels. In joining Marriott Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. **Be** where you can do your best work, **begin** your purpose, **belong** to an amazing global team, and **become** the best version of you.
JW Marriott is part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than 100 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come first. Because if you're happy, our guests will be happy. JW Marriott associates are confident, innovative, genuine, intuitive, and carry on the legacy of the brand's namesake and company founder, J.Willard Marriott. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where you'll be part of a community and enjoy true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly, a place where you can pursue your passions in a luxury environment with a focus on holistic well-being. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take care of our associates. That's The JW Treatment. In joining JW Marriott, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. **Be** where you can do your best work, **begin** your purpose, **belong** to an amazing global team, and **become** the best version of you.