Front Of House Manager

Front of House Manager ( incl Reception and Guest services)

Salary: up to 43K

Location: Bristol

Benefits: Excellent package + career progression

Mainly daytime shifts

We are delighted to be partnering with a growing and dynamic hospitality group to recruit a confident and people-focused Front of House manager. This is an exciting opportunity to take the lead in shaping the guest experience within a busy, customer-driven hotel environment.

As the face of the hotel, you will play a pivotal role in creating a welcoming, vibrant atmosphere while leading and developing a diverse front-of-house team. If you are passionate about hospitality and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this role offers the perfect platform to showcase your leadership and service excellence.

The Role

As the Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day operation of Reception, ensuring every guest receives a warm, professional, and memorable welcome. You will lead from the front—setting the tone for exceptional service, driving team performance, and ensuring operational efficiency.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering outstanding guest service and creating exceptional first impressions
• Leading, recruiting, training, and developing a high-performing reception team
• Managing rotas to ensure optimal staffing levels in line with business needs and budgets
• Promoting hotel facilities and driving revenue through effective upselling
• Providing guests with local knowledge and tailored recommendations
• Maintaining a positive, energetic, and guest-focused environment at all times

About You

We are seeking a motivated and adaptable hospitality professional with a proven background in hotel reception management.

You will bring:

• Previous experience in a supervisory or management role within hotel reception
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to bring together and inspire diverse teams
• A calm, solutions-focused approach, with the ability to perform under pressure
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A genuine passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences
• High levels of organisation, professionalism, and attention to detail

The Opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an expanding business that truly values its people and offers clear pathways for career development.

In return, you will receive:

• Competitive salary (negotiable depending on experience)
• 28 days annual leave, increasing to 33 days with service
• Health cash plan
• Generous employee discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Apprenticeship opportunities
• Access to bespoke training and development programmes

If you are a passionate hospitality leader who thrives on delivering exceptional service and building high-performing teams, we would love to hear from you.

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