Guest Services Executive

Montcalm East
United by timeless style and peerless service, Montcalm Collection is London's compendium of luxury hotels. Housed in elegant Georgian townhouses, an 18th-century brewery, heritage headquarters and a diamond-shaped skyscraper, each hotel reveals a different chapter in the city's story. The hotels in the collection include a storied city-slicker, housed in the former headquarters of the Royal Mail: Montcalm Royal London House. A property with a bold new perspective at Montcalm East, part of Marriott's Autograph Collection. And a duo of mindful hotels which set a slower pace: Inhabit, Southwick Street and Inhabit, Queen's Gardens, both part of Design Hotels.

Montcalm East, an Autograph Collection Hotel, with pioneering architecture and a bold approach to life, the hotel reflects the creative spirit of its Shoreditch setting. With a prime position on City Road in East London, where arty Shoreditch meets progressive Silicon Roundabout. Old Street Tube station is just a few steps away.

Overview
The Guest Service Executive is responsible for delivering personalized, attentive, and professional service to all guests throughout their stay. This role supports the Guest Experience Manager and the Front Office team in ensuring that every guest interaction reflects the luxury standards of the Montcalm Collection.

The Guest Service Executive plays a critical role in creating a seamless guest journey, responding promptly to requests, resolving minor issues, and enhancing overall guest satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Welcome guests with warmth and professionalism and assist with check-in and check-out procedures.
• Process guest payments, deposits and billing accurately.
• Provide information about the hotel, services, local attractions, and amenities.
• Respond promptly to guest inquiries, requests, and concerns.
• Maintain guest records and ensure accurate documentation in PMS systems.
• Support VIP and special guest requirements to ensure personalised experiences.
• Handle guest complaints or concerns with empathy, escalating when required.
• Assist in monitoring and reporting guest satisfaction and feedback.
• Collaborate with internal departments to resolve operational or service issues.
• Maintain a visible presence in guest areas, ensuring proactive engagement.
• Ensure the reception area is always well presented and stocked with all necessary supplies.
• Answer and manage incoming calls, emails and reservations is professional and efficient manner.
• Uphold brand standards, including wellness and sustainability initiatives.
• Comply with all policies and SOP's including, but not limited to GDPR, Health & Safety and Security.
• Respond to emergency situations calmly and efficiently, following hotel protocols.

This job description sets out the main responsibilities related to the role at Montcalm Collection. It is not intended to be exhaustive, and duties may be varied from time to time as required by management to meet the needs of the business.
Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in front office, guest relations, or customer service in a luxury hotel preferred.
• Proficiency in hotel management systems (e.g., Opera PMS).
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Fluency in English; additional languages an advantage.

Working Condition

• Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
• Regular interaction with guests in public areas of the hotel.
• Periods of standing and walking required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• A supportive, empowering team environment.
• Benefits platform with various discounts.
• 28 holidays including eight bank holidays, with more holidays after two-year service.
• Cash-back health benefits, including optical, dental, chiropractor and physio services.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Access to Wellbeing platform and sessions, including EAP.
• Awards and Recognition Programme.
• Annual parties.
• Regular and ongoing training and development, including leadership workshops.
• Enjoy a paid day off to celebrate your birthday – because your special day matters

Eligibility
Candidates must be authorised to live and work in the UK. Currently, visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Equal Opportunity Employer
At Montcalm Collection, diversity and inclusion aren't just buzzwords. We genuinely value the unique perspectives everyone brings, regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, disability, or background. Our culture thrives on mutual respect, and we provide a workplace free from discrimination and prejudice.

Should this role resonate with your aspirations, please apply. If not shortlisted, we encourage you to explore other opportunities with us, either now or in the future.

Note:
If you do not hear from us within 14 days, kindly consider your application as not shortlisted for this role.
Please note
that we do not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies or headhunters. Any CVs submitted for these roles without prior agreement per role in writing from our Head of Human Resources, will be considered the property of the company and will not be subject to agency fees.