Love making people feel instantly at home?
We’re looking for a warm, professional and intuitive Reception Host to join our friendly Front of House team at The Fish Hotel — one of Farncombe Estate’s award-winning hotels, set within our beautiful hillside woodland above Broadway.
The Fish is all about relaxed, feel-good luxury... where guests come to switch off, reconnect with nature and enjoy great food, fresh air and thoughtful hospitality. As a Reception Host, you’ll be one of the first faces guests meet, setting the tone for their stay with genuine warmth, confidence and care. From arrival to departure, you’ll help ensure every experience feels effortless, personal and memorable.
️ What you’ll be doing:
Welcoming and hosting guests from arrival to departure with warmth and professionalism
Checking guests in and out efficiently using our hotel systems
Anticipating guest needs and delivering thoughtful, personalised service
Sharing your knowledge of the Estate, The Fish experience and local area
Handling calls, emails and reservations accurately and professionally
Liaising closely with housekeeping, food & beverage and wider teams
Supporting with luggage, guest transport across the Estate, and hosting duties
Keeping the reception and guest areas welcoming, organised and well presented
The details:
£13.85 per hour (rising to £14.05 after one year)
Plus tips
Meals on duty and uniform provided
40 hours per week across 5 days (including weekends)
Why you’ll love working here:
30 days holiday (rising to 35 after 5 years)
Birthday lunch on us
Mental health first aiders & wellbeing support
High Street discounts & cashback card
Estate-wide discounts on dining, stays, spa products & more
£1,000 recognition award to spend however you wish
£1,000 Refer a Friend bonus
Premium pay for Christmas & New Year shifts
Optional low-cost healthcare cash plan
Free, in-person financial planning advice
Fully funded apprenticeships
Career progression across our award-winning hotels — The Fish, Dormy House & Foxhill Manor
At Farncombe, we believe in doing business for good.
As a B-Corp certified company and proud members of the Hoteliers’ Charter, we’re committed to a workplace built on respect, fairness, equality, diversity and opportunity — with wellbeing and development at the heart of what we do.
Due to our rural location, you’ll need your own transport (WR12 7LJ).
If you’re ready to join a welcoming, down-to-earth team and help create unforgettable guest experiences, we’d love to hear from you.
