Receptionist
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are a busy hostel group across Europe, with increased trade we are looking to build or staff team up further.
Typical Reception duties would include, however are not limited to:
- Checking in guests
- Dealing with guest requests
- Cleaning Duties
- Processing payments
Must be over 16 years of age!
There are many company benefits to working in such a large hostel / hotel company, such as:
- Discounted Food & Drinks in our connecting bar
- Discounted accommodation across company locations
- Free soft / Hot drinks while on duty
- Company away days
Immediate start available
About Us:
As the world's largest hostel chain, a&o is big, diverse and always has a smile. We realise our mission "everyone can travel" through low prices and steady growth. We have set ourselves the goal of being CO2-neutral by 2025.
2023 we are expanding Europe-wide, true to our mission EVERYONE CAN TRAVEL. With more than 35 houses in over 20 cities we are Europe’s biggest hostel provider, making our mission a reality! All our sites realise a standardised concept and are supported by our headquarters in Berlin.
Flat hierarchies and a culture of open feedback make the foundation of our work environment shaped by dynamics, growth, and innovation. With that, we offer ideal career opportunities for everyone, whether expert or career changer. We emphasize to treat each other in a fair, social, and responsible way. Because together, not only working is more fun – but also success.
Always central, always for everyone: Founded in 2000, a&o Hotels and Hostels is the most central and inexpensive choice for budget-conscious city travelers.The innovative combination of hotel and hostel under one roof offers our guests a large variety of different room options suitable within everyone's price range. That is why a&o Hotels is a favourite among many different customer groups, such as backpackers, solo travelers, families, school classes or associations.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Salary: Up to £10.42 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Receptionist roles across A&O Edinburgh's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £10 - £10 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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