Flexa
Discover companiesFind a jobResourcesSign in/up
For employers
< Back to search
Merlin

Receptionist - Hotel

Salary:  £8 – £12 per hour
Location:  Staffordshire-Stoke-on-Trent, ST10 4DB, UK
Location flexibility:  3 office days / week – HQ/Office-based roles. (On-site roles are fixed to a location.)
View company profile
Apply

Job Description

What you'll bring to the team

Hotel Receptionist

Location: Alton Towers Resort

Hours/availability: 5 days out of 7 working shift patterns of an early shift 7am-3pm or a late shift 2:30pm-10:30pm

This role involves working a variety of shift patterns. Applicants must be able to work 5 out of 7 days and be 18yrs and over

  • Early shift pattern: 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM
  • Late shift pattern: 14.30pm to 10.30pm

We are currently recruiting for Receptionists to join us in the Hotels at the Alton Towers Resort, the UK's only attraction that specialises in making Britain happy!

Want to make a great big smiling first impression? In this crucial customer facing role, the Reception team alternate between our five Hotels and it's vital that the team work together as it's the guests' first and last impression that really counts. You'll be responsible for taking ownership of any guest issues, cash and key handling as well as ensuring relevant guest information gets passed to the correct department.

Please note that while you are applying for roles within specific home departments such as Front Office, Retail, or other front-line teams, you may be required to support additional departments based on operational needs. Flexibility is essential, and you may be scheduled in alternative areas at certain times during the season.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Due to the nature of this role we can only accept applications from candidates 18 and over
  • Flexible availability to work 5 out of 7 days with shifts of either an early shift 7am-3pm or a late shift 2:30pm-10:30pm
  • Experience in customer-facing roles
  • delivering excellent service
  • Confident handling guest queries and front desk duties
  • Strong communication skills with guests and internal teams
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
  • Team player with good organisational and problem-solving skills

Benefits

  • Merlin Magic Pass - 20 free tickets for you, your family and friends to enjoy all of our Merlin Attractions across the world
  • 40% discount online off LEGO
  • 25% discount in our on-site retail shops and restaurants
  • Access to Merlin benefits page with discounts on over 1000 fashion and electronic retailers, restaurants and travel
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • Plus, many more...

If you have any questions or if you require any assistance, because of a disability or medical condition, please contact us by email at recruitment@merlinentertainments.biz and one of the team will get back to you as soon as possible.

Pay Range

Compensation between GBP £8.00/Hr.-GBP £12.71/Hr.

Apply

Other jobs you might like

Merlin

Leisure Operations Receptionist

Stoke-on-Trent, UK

Merlin

Guest Excellence Host (Front of House)

Stoke-on-Trent, UK

Merlin

Ride Host

From £8 per hour

Stoke-on-Trent, UK

Merlin

Sales & Admissions/Car Park Host

Stoke-on-Trent, UK

Working at Merlin

3 office days / week – HQ/Office-based roles. (On-site roles are fixed to a location.)

A little flex time – varies by role

Company employees:

22,000

Gender diversity (m:f):

52:48

Hiring in countries

Company benefits

Annual bonus
Buy or sell annual leave
Charity donation scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Employee assistance programme
Employee discounts – 40% LEGO Discount
Enhanced pension match/contribution
Eye Care Support
Family health insurance
Health insurance
Theme park discounts
Lunch and learns
In house training
Further education support
Open to part time work for some roles
Open to part-time employees
Mental health first aiders
Mentoring
Learning platform
Collaboration spaces
Modern office
Private booths
Employee recognition scheme
Volunteer days
Apply
Flex spring

Join the mailing list

Get the latest insights and expert guidance on job hunting, career progression, and creating thriving workplaces.

Enter your email
  • About us
  • Contact us
  • FAQs
  • Info for employers
  • Join Flexa
  • Legal
  • Live feed
  • Resources
  • Sign in/up
  • The Flexa awards
Flexa

Merlin

Fright Nights Hotel Nights Porter

£13 per hour

Chertsey, UK

Australia

Belgium

Canada

Denmark

Iceland

Italy

Netherlands

United Kingdom

United States

Office Locations