As Office Receptionist in our Front of House team, you will:
* Operate the Club's main telephone switchboard, efficiently handling both internal and external calls.
* Act as the first point of contact for external individuals, ensuring all calls are answered promptly and requests directed appropriately, whether this mean assisting guests, transferring calls, or liaising with external contacts.
* Manage incoming and outgoing post and parcels, maintaining accurate records.
* Process remote and in-person payments, ensuring compliance with internal procedures.
* Stay informed about Club operations, including daily arrivals, departures, special events, and activities, allowing you to provide exceptional service and identify opportunities to upsell when appropriate.
* Support the department with general administrative tasks and assist Personal Reservations Assistants and Hosts as needed.
You thrive on delivering exceptional customer service by working collaboratively across departments to ensure guest requests are handled efficiently and to the highest standard.
* You're a polite, reliable, and proactive individual with a positive, problem-solving mindset.
* You're an excellent communicator who remains calm under pressure.
* You have strong computer skills (MS Office proficiency is essential; experience with databases or hotel systems is a plus) and confidence in handling general administrative tasks.
* A detail-oriented professional, you maintain a high standard of personal presentation and conduct yourself with courtesy and composure at all times.
* Flexibility and the ability to adapt to varying shifts are essential for this role., 2. How do you prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a busy office environment while maintaining attention to detail?
About Skibo
The Carnegie Club at Skibo Castle is a world-renowned private members club situated in the Scottish Highlands. One of the most exclusive destinations worldwide, Skibo offers members and their guests a taste of true Highland hospitality with stunning surroundings and luxury facilities. Whether your passion lies in food preparation, fine wines, guest service or country sports, as a team member of one of The Carnegie Club's 20+ departments you will be part of a fantastic group of people who share the same passion for delivering the very best.About the Team From handling reservations and booking activities to organizing events, welcoming guests, and providing outstanding Highland hospitality, our Front of House department encompasses both guest-facing and behind-the-scenes roles. Within the department are our Great Hall Hosts, Reservations, and Switchboard teams, who work seamlessly together and whose dedication ensures an exceptional experience for the Club's 400 members and their guests throughout their stay.
* 33 days annual leave (pro-rata)
* Company pension scheme
* Enhanced company sick pay
* Life assurance
* Meals on shift provided free of charge
* Family-friendly leave
* Long Service Awards
* Tech and Cycle to Work Scheme
* BHN Extras - savings and discounts across hundreds of brands
* Complimentary use of staff gym
* Discount on eyecare
* Employee Assistance Programmes (access to health and wellbeing services)
* Local staff transport service - details can be found here.
* Staff events
Previous Next 'The best thing about working at Skibo is meeting and getting to know so many interesting people from all over the world. I also love that we get to work in a beautiful castle set in the most amazing estate full of remarkable trees and wildlife. No two days are the same and I love the quirkiness of the role, you never know what you might find yourself doing on your next shift!' Rachel Taylor, Reservations & Membership SupervisorGratuities Gratuities (tips) that are passed directly to staff are paid to all employees on a pro-rata basis regardless of their role.Our Values
* Seamlessly Connected We are joined up in how we operate and look after our colleagues, members, and guests.
* Go Beyond We have a drive and energy to do things better.
* Make Their Day We anticipate the needs of our colleagues and members to bring joy.
* Our People Uncommonly committed people with a passion to deliver and delight.
* Our Estate Appreciating our incredible environment in which to perform - both at Skibo and the wider Highlands.
* Personalised Magical Moments Creating personalised moments tailored for each colleague, member, and guest.