Head Receptionist - Soho House Manchester
<p><strong>The Role… </strong></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto"><span class="TextRun SCXW39336925 BCX0" lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW39336925 BCX0">At Soho House,</span> <span class="NormalTextRun SCXW39336925 BCX0">as the </span></span><span class="TextRun SCXW39336925 BCX0" lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW39336925 BCX0">Head Receptionist</span></span><span class="TextRun SCXW39336925 BCX0" lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW39336925 BCX0">, you will lead the front desk team in delivering seamless, welcoming, and high-standard service to all hotel guests and members. Acting as the first point of contact, you will ensure a smooth check-in and check-out experience, oversee guest queries, and </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW39336925 BCX0">maintain</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW39336925 BCX0"> the day-to-day flow of reception operations. You will </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW39336925 BCX0">be responsible for</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW39336925 BCX0"> setting the tone of service excellence, training the team, and ensuring all procedures are carried out in line with the club’s values.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW39336925 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p>
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<p><strong>What's in it for you?</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Weekly Pay</li>
<li>Team meal whilst on shift prepared by our chefs</li>
<li>Soho Friends Membership</li>
<li>50% Team discount on Food & Drink, 7 days a week</li>
<li>Staff Room Rates</li>
<li>Health Cash Plan (Option to add up to 2 additional dependents)</li>
<li>Dental Plan (option to add up to additional 2 dependents)</li>
<li>Birthday Day Off after 1 years continuous service </li>
<li>Up to 50% Staff Discount on Cowshed & Soho Home</li>
<li>In conjunction with Soho Impact, take 2 days paid a year to support a charity of your choice.</li>
<li>Free Counselling Sessions</li>
<li>Cookhouse & House Tonic: Our Cookhouse & Tonic Programmes offer unique food and drink training, events and opportunities to inspire and educate.</li>
<li>Continuous training to develop yourself personally and professionally</li>
<li>Team Events: From fitness sessions to cinema screenings and art classes, each month we hold a series of fun events which you can sign up to.</li>
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<p>Soho House offers competitive compensation packages that feature global benefits and perks. Whether you’re seeking entry-level employment or a new opportunity to expand your profession, we offer training to develop the technical and managerial skills necessary to enhance your career</p>
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<p><strong>Key duties…</strong></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">Supervise daily front desk operations including check-in, check-out, and guest service interactions</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Lead and train reception staff to provide warm, professional, and efficient guest service</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Ensure accurate booking and reservation processes, using the property management system (PMS)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Handle escalated guest queries or complaints with professionalism and discretion</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Maintain a strong presence at the front desk, supporting and mentoring junior staff</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Liaise with housekeeping, concierge, security, and management to ensure a coordinated guest experience</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Conduct shift briefings and ensure handovers are clear and complete</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Prepare reports on guest feedback, room availability, and operational performance</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Monitor grooming standards, team etiquette, and adherence to club protocols</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Support recruitment, onboarding, and scheduling of front office team</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Maintain updated knowledge of all facilities, offerings, events, and policies to inform guests confidently</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></li>
</ul>
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<p><strong>What we are looking for...</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">2–3 years’ experience in a hotel receptionist or front desk supervisory role</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience in luxury hospitality, boutique hotels, or private members clubs</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Strong leadership and team coordination skills</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Excellent verbal and written communication</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Proficient in hotel reservation systems (e.g., Opera, Protel, or equivalent)</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Calm under pressure and adept at resolving issues with a guest-first mindset</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
</ul><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p>The salary range for this role if filled within the UK is listed below. The range for the position in different geographies may vary based on market differences.</p></div><div class="title">Pay Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>£17.50</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>£17.50 GBP</span></div></div></div>
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