Receptionist

Join our iconic Mayfair team and deliver world-class hospitality in a vibrant, golden-era Chinoiserie setting.

About Us

Established in 2005 by the renowned Sir David Tang, China Tang at The Dorchester is a celebrated London landmark. Following our successful expansions into Harrods and Dubai, we are looking for an enthusiastic, confident, and talented Receptionist to join our fantastic front-of-house team in Mayfair.

The Role

As the first point of contact, you will welcome guests into our atmospheric, Art Deco-inspired world. You will manage guest relations, handle telephone enquiries, and orchestrate our 120-cover dining room bookings to exceed guest expectations.

Package & Benefits

  • Salary: Competitive package offered, dependent on experience.
  • Discounts: 50% off food and beverage across our restaurants.
  • Perks: Complimentary duty meals and free uniform laundering.
  • Rewards: Long service awards, team incentives, and company-wide staff parties.
  • Growth: International career opportunities across an expanding luxury brand.
  • Security: Contributory pension scheme from day one and an employee referral bonus.

Requirements

  • Eligibility: Right to work in the UK is required.
  • Communication: Confident, dynamic English speaker; additional languages are a benefit.
  • System skills: Experience using the SevenRooms reservation system.
  • Service: Courteous telephone manner and a genuine passion for luxury guest service.
  • Availability: Full-time flexibility across a rotating roster.
  • Presentation: High standard of personal grooming and professional presentation.
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