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Hotel Receptionist

Salary Range
£18,652 - £21,933
£1,554 - £1,828 / mo

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Location Base
Exeter, England
Tier-1 UK Economic Zone
Est. Take-Home Pay
68% - 74% (After PAYE & NI)
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Transatlantic Parity
1.0 GBP ≈ $1.28 USD Living Standard
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Position Overview & Specifications

Job Number 23072201
Job Category Rooms & Guest Services Operations
Location Courtyard Exeter Sandy Park, Sandy Park Way, Exeter, England, United Kingdom VIEW ON MAP
Schedule Full-Time
Located Remotely? N
Relocation? N
Position Type Non-Management

POSITION SUMMARY

Explore our very big world

We are looking for true people person who can delight and wow our customers from the moment they walk in to the hotel. The selected candidate will become a part of our brilliant Front Office team who always strive to deliver the best service for our guests while working in a dynamic environment. In this role you will be a key player in helping our guests make the most of their stay at the hotel. You will be an ambassador for Courtyard Hotels by Marriott by providing Purposeful Service in a warm, wise and in-control manner, never being in the way of guests but being there for the moments that matter. If you are someone with great customer service skills who is an inclusive, thoughtful and positive team player then apply now!

What you’ll be doing

  • Greet guests with a warm welcome on arrival and bid them a fond farewell on leaving. Actively listen and respond positively to guest questions, concerns, and requests.
  • Run shifts, assisting other employees to ensure prompt guest service.
  • Assist the Front Office Manager in administering front office functions and supervising staff on a daily basis and you will be a key player in helping our guests make the most of their stay at the hotel.
  • Proactively engage guests in conversation regarding their stay, property services, and area attractions/offerings.
  • Provide information to guests about: outlets, staff and services, including hours of operation, room locations, types of rooms, room rates and discounts.
  • Partner with and assist others to promote an environment of teamwork and achieve common goals.
  • Process payments and follow all payment and cash handling procedures.
  • Train, coach and manage the Front Office team in order to support engagement and opportunity.

Rewards for work, benefits for your lifestyle

You’ll be supported in and out of the workplace through:

  • Discounts on hotel rooms, gift shop items, food and beverage
  • Learning and development opportunities
  • Recognition programs
  • Wellbeing programs
  • Encouraging management
  • Team-spirited colleagues
  • Free gym membership, meals on duty and parking

What we're looking for

  • Great conversational skills and teamwork-oriented
  • Positive outlook and outgoing personality
  • Previous hotel experience is a big plus although not essential

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.




With more than 330 managed locations in more than 20 countries Courtyard by Marriott offers a refreshing environment that helps guests stay connected and balanced. Working at Courtyard, you'll ensure guests have a smooth, productive stay that meets their personal and business needs. Find Your World™ at Courtyard by Marriott.

Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process

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Application & Resume Screening

Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.

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Technical & Competency Interviews

Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.

3

Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation

Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.

4

Onboarding & Corporate Integration

Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.

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Corridor Intelligence

Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:

🇬🇧 Skilled Worker Visa (Tier 2)

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.

🏛️ Settlement (ILR) Pathway

Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.

⚖️ Official regulatory reference: UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) & Home Office Sponsor Register.

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Recruitment Insights

Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Hotel Receptionist roles across Marriott International, Inc's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:

1. Domain Competency

Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Hotels & Resorts.

2. Behavioral & Leadership

STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.

3. Compensation Alignment

Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £18,652 - £21,933 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.

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