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Deputy General Manager – Head Receptionist

New Forest Collection -
Lyndhurst

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Job details

Full-time
£31,209 a year
8 hours ago

Benefits

Free parking
Company pension
Company events
Employee assistance programme
Employee discount
On-site parking

Qualifications

Microsoft Word
Hospitality
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Management
Customer service
Microsoft Office
Supervising experience
Front desk
Leadership
Communication skills
Hotel experience

Full job description

Deputy General Manager – Head Receptionist

Location: Lyndhurst, Hampshire, United Kingdom

Salary: £31,209.00 per annum plus Tronc (service charge)

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent (40 hours per week)

About Us

Nestled in the heart of the beautiful New Forest, Forest Lodge Hotel is part of the New Forest Collection, a group of unique hotels renowned for delivering exceptional hospitality and memorable guest experiences.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced and people-focused Deputy General Manager – Head Receptionist to join our leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious hospitality professional who thrives in a hands-on operational role and is ready to take the next step in their management career.

Role Overview

Working closely with the General Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day management of the hotel, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and smooth operational delivery across all departments.

You will lead the Reception team while supporting Food & Beverage operations, coaching and developing colleagues, resolving guest queries, and taking full responsibility for the hotel in the General Manager's absence.

This is a varied role where no two days are the same, requiring excellent leadership, organisation and communication skills together with a genuine passion for hospitality.

Key Responsibilities

Leading and inspiring the Reception team to deliver exceptional guest service.
Supporting the General Manager with the day-to-day operation of the hotel.
Taking full responsibility for the hotel during the General Manager's absence.
Overseeing Reception and supporting Food & Beverage operations to ensure smooth service throughout the day.
Handling guest enquiries and resolving complaints professionally and efficiently.
Assisting with hotel forecasting, reporting and operational planning.
Supporting recruitment, training and development of team members.
Ensuring Health & Safety, Fire Safety and Swimming Pool procedures are maintained.
Assisting with hotel room, conference and event bookings.
Working closely with all departments to ensure a seamless guest journey.
Opening and closing the hotel while maintaining security and operational standards.

About You

You'll be a confident and approachable leader with a passion for delivering outstanding hospitality.

You'll ideally have:

Previous supervisory or management experience within a hotel environment.
Reception management experience.
Excellent customer service and communication skills.
Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.
Experience using hotel reservation systems (Guestline experience is advantageous).
Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Excel and Word.
A flexible, hands-on approach and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
A genuine passion for developing people and creating memorable guest experiences.

Benefits

Competitive salary of £31,209.00 per annum
Tronc (service charge)
Career development and progression opportunities within the New Forest Collection
Staff discounts across our hotels, restaurants and accommodation
Discounts with local partner attractions
TiPJAR
Hospitality Action Employee Assistance Programme
Pension Scheme
Free on-site parking
Company events
A supportive, friendly and professional working environment

Join Our Team

If you're an experienced hotel professional looking for your next leadership opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of the team at Forest Lodge Hotel, where exceptional hospitality and outstanding guest experiences are at the heart of everything we do.

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