Job Ref: KGH11740
Branch: Holiday Inn Ashford Central
Location: Holiday Inn Ashford Central, Ashford
Salary/Benefits: £12.71 per hour plus IHG and Kew Green benefits and monthly service charge
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Shift pattern: 06:00 -23:00 - Includes evenings, weekends and holidays
Hours per week: 32 hours
Posted date: 28/05/2026
Closing date: 27/06/2026
Our Guest Service Assistants are at the heart of the guest experience, making sure every visitor feels welcome and cared for. You’ll receive full training to work across all guest-facing areas of the hotel, from reception to food and beverage, making this the perfect opportunity to kick start your career in hospitality.
Other businesses may call this role Receptionist, Food Beverage Assistant, Guest Experience Assistant, or Hotel Services Assistant.
This role reports directly to the Guest Service Manager.
What you’ll do
- Deliver excellent service across reception, restaurant, bar, meetings and events.
- Support with tasks including check in/out, food and drink service, conference set-ups, and banqueting.
- Build genuine relationships with guests, adapting your approach to each individual.
- Maintain cleanliness and presentation across all guest areas.
- Help the hotel meet brand standards and company goals by delivering outstanding service every shift.
- Represent our values and culture, keeping guest experience at the centre of everything you do.
What we’re looking for
- A genuine passion for people and hospitality. Experience is great, but not essential.
- Strong communication skills and the confidence to work as part of a team.
- A proactive approach. (You notice what needs to be done and make it happen!)
- Comfortable using technology, including MS Office and similar tools.
If you’re friendly, motivated, and love making people’s day, this could be the role for you!
What’s in it for you
- Career development through fully funded apprenticeships and our internal development programme.
- Discounts on hotel stays and a variety of major retailers, restaurants and days out.
- Free use of our gyms, pools, and leisure facilities.
- 24/7 access to wellbeing, financial, and legal support.
Next steps
If you’re shortlisted, we’ll give you a quick call to learn more about you and answer your questions. Candidates who progress will then be invited to the hotel for an in-person interview.
We review applications as they come in, so apply early to avoid missing out. We may close the role once we’ve found the right person.
At Kew Green Hotels, we’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know at [email protected] - we’re here to support you.
Who are Kew Green Hotels?
Kew Green Hotels is one of the UK’s leading hotel management companies, operating a diverse portfolio of global brands. We’re a people-driven business that’s passionate about performance, guest experience, and creating hotels that make us proud.
Learn more about who we are and what drives us at www.kewgreenhotels.com.
A convenient hotel with restaurant, free parking and close proximity to the Eurostar station at Ashford
Holiday Inn® Ashford - Central hotel is only 2 miles from Ashford International Station.
Regular Eurostar trains travel to Lille, Paris and Brussels, and services to Central London take just 40 minutes. There's easy access to the ferries at Dover and Folkestone via the nearby M20 motorway. Canterbury Cathedral, a World Heritage site, is only 14 miles away, and the adjacent King's Mile is lined with independent shops and charming pubs. Take the family to spot lions, tigers and gorillas on a safari-style trip through Port Lympne Reserve, or explore Leeds Castle on an island in the River Len, both within a short drive. Local businesses cluster conveniently nearby at the Orbital and Eureka business parks. You can host a wedding or an event for up to 125 guests in our 4 onsite meeting suites
