Job Description
As a Front Office Apprentice with Hilton you will be working towards a Hospitality Team Member – front office Level 2 Apprenticeship standard over the course of 15 months. No prior experience needed – just a passion for Hospitality!
Benefits and Pay
- £11.80 per hour
- Travel and food discounts: 30 discounted hotel nights per year plus 50% off Food & Beverage (subject to individual outlets)
- Free meals on duty
- Holiday: 28 days including bank holidays (increasing yearly)
- Pension scheme
- High street discounts: with Perks at Work
- Grow your career and Personal Development: programmes designed to support your career
- 24/7 access to Employee Assistant Programme (EAP) & Wellbeing Hub
- Dedicated 1-2-1 support throughout your apprenticeship
What will I be doing?
A Front Office Apprentice assists in daily Front Office operations and works with customers and Guests as part of a project used to demonstrate your abilities to work in the hotel management sector.
Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:
- Ensure accurate and efficient running of reception including check in/out procedures
- Respond to Guest queries in a timely and efficient manner
- Ensure that both the Front Office Manager and Reception Supervisors are kept fully aware of any relevant feedback from Guests and/or other departments
- Demonstrate a high level of customer service at all times
- Understand thoroughly all hotel room categories, room rates, packages, promotions and other general product knowledge necessary to perform daily duties
- Maximize room occupancy and use up-selling techniques to promote hotel services and facilities
What are the desired skills?
To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:
- Positive attitude
- Good communication skills
- Committed to delivering a high level of customer service
- Ability to work on your own or in teams
- The ability to deal with enquiries in a professional and polite manner
What are the desired personal qualities?
- A passion for hospitality and guest service
- Willingness to learn
- The ability to stay calm under pressure
- Excellent grooming standards
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment