Hotel Receptionist

Receptionist 

Location: Boutport Street, Barnstaple EX31 1HG

Salary : £13 per hour

Hotel: The Royal and Fortescue

Deadline to apply: 18/8/2026

Hours per week:  37.5 hours per week

Why Join Us?

● Competitive rates of pay

● Paid Holiday

● Share of staff tips that are given out monthly

● Training & progression opportunities

●10% discount at any Brend Collection establishment

● Discounted hotel stays at any Brend Collection establishment

● Access to Hospitality Rewards, which include 100’s of discounts, from Boots to Asda.

● Access to Hospitality Action Employee Assitance Program which includes support around mental health, financial difficulties, addiction & more.

What will I be doing?

As a Receptionist at The Royal and Fortescue , you are responsible for recording and controlling all hotel bookings, communicating with all departments to ensure the highest level of customer care. Receptionists will also be required to answer internal and external phone calls in a professional and friendly manner. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

● Record and control hotel bookings with accuracy and effectiveness 

● Deal with incoming and outgoing calls in an expeditious manner, recording and passing on messages as well as answering all emails

● Completing day to day office administrative tasks including hotel banking

● Friendly and professional customer service when dealing with customers as well as exceptional customer service skills

● Ensure workstation and office is tidy and equipment is in working order

● Understand and comply with company policy on HASAWA, fire precautions, legal requirements, and perform any other tasks that may be required from time to time.

● Assist other departments wherever necessary and maintain good working relationships

What are we looking for?

To successfully fill this role as Receptio nist at The Royal and Fortescue, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

● Positive attitude and willingness to learn

● Good communication skills

● Commitment to delivering high levels of customer service

● A neat and tidy appearance (hair and fingernails) and adherence to uniform requirements.

● Flexibility to respond to a range of different work situations

● Ability to work on your own or in a team

Although previous experience would be beneficial, it is not essential as full training will be provided.

What is it like to work for Brend Collection?

Brend Collection is a family-run company that has been a leader in West Country hospitality for over fifty years. We have a passion for excellence and we pour our hearts and souls into making sure we exceed customer expectations time and time again.  And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!