Guest Experience Manager

About the job
Check-in into a world of opportunities

NOW IS AN EXCITING MOMENT TO JOIN THE TEAM AT THE HILTON LONDON METROPOLE.

The hotel has just finished a transformational refurbishment, updating all of its Food & Beverage outlets, Bedrooms, Public Areas and Meeting Space, setting us well on our way to becoming Europe’s Leading Conference & Events Hotel!

Following the completion of the refurbishment, the hotel now boasts 1,100 bedrooms, a state of the art fitness centre, four unique restaurants and bars, 35+ meeting rooms, including three ballrooms, with capacity for over 1,350 guests as well as an exclusive event space with unparalleled breath-taking skyline views across London.

Fancy taking a closer look at our brand new hotel? Check out our socials:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiltonlondonmet/?hl=en

Linkedin: linkedin.com/company/hilton-london-metrople

A WORLD OF REWARDS

Salary: £27,750 per year
Smart uniform provided and laundered
Free, healthy and high quality meals when on duty
Grow your Career
Personal Development programmes designed to support you at every step of your career
A chance to make a difference through our Corporate Responsibility programmes – Find out what and how we are doing (https://cr.hilton.com)
Team Member Travel Program: discounted hotel nights plus 50% off Food and Beverages (subject to individual outlets)
Team Member Referral Program
Discounted dental and health cover
High street discounts: with Perks at Work
Discounted car park
Holiday: 28 days including bank holidays (increasing yearly to up to 33 days)
Modern and inclusive Team Member’s areas

What will I be doing?

You will join the Front Office team, working in the Reception area of the hotel, performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

Meet, greet and direct Guests who enter the lobby area
Serve as the main point of contact for VIP Guests and ensure hotel departments are fully briefed on their requirements
Seek verbal feedback from customers on a regular basis and respond to all Guest queries in a timely and efficient manner
Serve as a point of contact for long-stay Guests of 14 days or longer ensuring they feel comfortable and can ask advice or information from Guest Relations
Manage, record and resolve promptly Guest or customer complaints
Ensure a very high level of customer service is constantly maintained for Reception, Lobby area and Executive Lounge
Demonstrate a thorough understanding of all facilities and services provided within the hotel and identify opportunities for up-selling and promoting when appropriate
Show creativity with ideas regarding lobby/reception decoration at suitable seasonal time periods in order to enhance the overall image and warmth of this area for the Guest
Communicate with the Executive Lounge Manager and track and reward regular Guests for their loyalty and creativity; choose rewards that meet Guest preferences while remaining within the allocated budget
Act in accordance with policies and procedures when working with front of house equipment and property management systems

What are we looking for?

Previous managerial experience in a customer service function
An ability to listen and respond to demanding Guest needs
Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills
Accountable and resilient
Commitment to delivering a high level of customer service
Ability to work under pressure
Flexibility to respond to a variety of different work situations

WHAT MAKES US SPECIAL IS WHO WE ARE, AND WE ARE HILTON!

Hospitality Integrity Leadership Teamwork Ownership Now

The most recognized name in the industry, Hilton remains synonymous with the word “hotel.” From inaugural balls and Hollywood awards galas to business events and days to remember, Hilton is where the world makes history, closes the deal, toasts special occasions and gets away from it all.

Find out more about all our brands and hotels – Hilton Brands | Global Hospitality Company

Work Locations

Hilton London Metropole Hotel

Schedule

Full-time

Brand

Hilton Hotels & Resorts

Job

Guest Services, Operations, and Front Office