Front Desk Agent at Accor

London, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Feb, 26

Salary

35208.0

Posted On

26 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Guest Service, Communication Skills, Relationship Building, Multi-tasking, Problem Solving, Attention to Detail, Complaint Handling, Flexibility, Knowledge of OPERA PMS, Concierge Services, Upselling, Cross Selling, Team Collaboration, Local Area Knowledge, Booking Management, Service Standards

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Company Description The Savoy is one of the world's most iconic hotels. We are the original British luxury hotel, opened in 1889, and have a reputation for outstanding service excellence. We blend our rich history with innovation, and have played host to royalty, world leaders, and legends of the stage and screen. Today, we pride ourselves on creating special memories for our guests by delivering the very best in five-star luxury hospitality. Our award-winning, colleague-centric culture truly differentiates us in the luxury hospitality marketplace. We offer competitive salaries and benefits, along with outstanding career development opportunities globally within Fairmont. Top Ten (Big Organisations) – Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025 HR in Hospitality Awards 2025: 🏆 Excellence in Employee Experience 🏆 HR Team of the Year 🏆 HR Leader of the Year – awarded to our Director of People & Culture, Sally Webster Institute of Hospitality Awards 2025 🏆 Talent Development Team of the Year Job Description Job Title: Front Desk Agent Department: Front of House Inspired & Supported by: Reception Manager Salary: £35,208 (including service charge) Your purpose will be: To deliver an exceptional, seamless guest service experience, creating memorable personalisation at every opportunity; building meaningful relationships with our guests throughout their stay securing their future loyalty. You will specialise as a concierge, whilst confidently taking on additional guest executive responsibilities as required to be an integral member of the team. You will be accountable for: Passionately and expertly creating a 5-star luxury guest experience, characterised by flawless efficiency and authentic emotional connection Taking ownership of any guest request which comes your way seeing it through until completion Maximising internal communication networks, adapting to new working methods and supporting all key players to ensure a smooth guest journey Your key responsibilities & contribution will be: Devising guest itineraries, making bookings and reservations while providing relevant recommendations to surprise and delight. Ensuring accuracy in the recording and communication of bookings. Promoting and nurturing positive relationships in the local area strengthening our position in the marketplace Having a thorough knowledge of the local area Confidently assisting with elements of the front desk operation including arrivals, check out and billing Assisting in providing in room/suite services – butler services, special/VIP room set ups, amenities, deliveries to rooms Driving revenue through upselling and cross selling. Communicating clearly with other teams and through RSM to ensure efficient service for our guests Seeking opportunities to surprise and delight our guests Meeting all service standards in every guest interaction Ensuring that deliveries for guests and colleagues are correctly recorded and delivered Ensuring the front hall is covered at all times and providing a warm welcome for all guests Paying keen attention to guest preferences and update profiles accordingly Working different shifts including night shifts Qualifications What you will need to do this role: Essential: Minimum 3 years’ experience in a Front Desk related role in a luxury hospitality environment Excellent communication skills, both spoken and written with the ability to build rapport quickly and communicate well with people of all levels Enthusiastic and positive personality with the ability to build trusting relationships Ability to multi task and problem solve in a fast paced environment Keen eye for detail Previous experience of guest complaint handling and going the extra mile to meet guest needs Flexibility to work different shifts including night shifts Knowledge of OPERA PMS Desirable: Knowledge of ALICE concierge system Please note that we believe in flexibility and multi-skilling, and you may be asked to do different tasks from time to time to enable us to meet the needs of our guests and colleagues. Additional Information What’s in it for you? Competitive salary, pension, Accrued Holiday Exclusive discounts: Savoy, Fairmont, Raffles, and Accor hotels (friends & family rates included) 50% off at American & Beaufort Bars, Afternoon Tea, spa, florist, and select Gordon Ramsay restaurants 20% off at other Gordon Ramsay restaurants and Restaurant 1890 Colleague restaurant, interfaith prayer room, colleague gym and wellness room Laundry services for all colleagues Local discounts for F&B and retail

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Responsibilities

Deliver exceptional guest service and create memorable experiences. Take ownership of guest requests and ensure a seamless guest journey.