Job Description

Job Ref:

VIR1682

Branch:

Virgin Hotels London-Shoreditch

Location:

Virgin Hotels London-Shoreditch, London (Central)

Salary/Benefits:

Competitive Salary

Contract type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full Time

Hours per week:

40

Posted date:

15/12/2025

Closing date:

17/01/2026

Guest Relations Supervisor

Who we are:

We love what we do and what we do is important! We believe that everyone should leave feeling better - this means not just our guests, but also our teammates. Everyone should go home feeling better because they learned something new, or had fun working that day.

Your mission:

Should you decide to accept it...



You don't need to have x-ray vision or know how to fly, but you do need superhuman people skills in order to be successful in this role.



Virgin businesses, starting with our illustrious founder, Sir Richard, are a roll up your sleeves kind of place. At Virgin Hotels, we are focused on the teammate experience, whether that is ensuring we have the best talent, focusing on training or just sharing the love at a team event. At Virgin Hotels, nothing is ever "usual" so not only do you have to be willing to roll up your sleeves and get things done, but you have to be willing to have fun doing it.



We want someone who thinks outside the box. Our Belief Statement starts with "We love what we do and what we do is important." Every single teammate in our hotel is valued and we expect our guests to feel the same way. This isn't a walk in the park, but if you are passionate about people, share our quirky sense of humor, and are able to see beyond the traditional scope of checking in and out, then this just might be the right role for you. We aim to deliver outstanding guest service to our guests and the team by offering timely, efficient, knowledgeable, warm and truly remarkable service. We achieve that magical environment by assisting our guests with their check-in check-out process while engaging them with our personalized service. Enthusiastically using our talents to sell our experience to our guests. Greeting each and every guest with an authentic and warm approach. Ensuring you are fully informed of hotel city events to be a source of information for our guests. Using tact and creativity to handle each guest concern to make sure everyone leaves our hotel feeling better. We want you to have FUN since you will play a huge role in creating that memorable guest experience!

Key Accountabilities:

What exactly you will be doing...



In helping you understand your role in working for a world class organization, the following is a list of your essential job responsibilities. Please keep in mind that this list is not all inclusive and that you may be asked to perform other job tasks by your supervisors/managers not listed below in the constant quest to provide "out of this world" customer service experience for our guests:


Be the champion of maintaining the Virgin "Tone of Voice," culture level of standards. Use excellent communication skills with guests and staff including verbal, written and body language. Assist Rooms team by providing support in the various positions: GSA, Greeter, Bellman, Doorman, Concierge, YES! Agent and Reservations Agent. Greet and welcome guests upon arrival, providing a warm and friendly atmosphere. Maintain a clean, hygienic and organized work environment. Set up work station with necessary supplies. Be creative and think outside the box to create memorable experiences for our guests. Enthusiastically describe details of food dishes and beverages available in all FB outlets. Adhere to security procedures to ensure our guest's safety. Be a team player! Highly organized, anticipating needs and over delivering wherever possible. Must be enthusiastic, passionate and possess a wicked sense of humor! No wallflowers permitted! Collaborate with various hotel departments, including front office, housekeeping, and food beverage, to coordinate guest services and special requests.

What qualities are we looking for?

You got skills? If you are able to perform the following, then you have come to the right place...


Understand guest inquiries and provide clear, concise responses Work with others like a rock star, while constantly advocating for your guests Communicate clearly in verbal and written English Work cohesively with other departments and co-workers as part of a team Focus attention on details Maintain confidentiality of all guests and hotel information Maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance per hotel standards Adhere to hotel policies including but not limited to attendance, safety, behavior Flexibility to work different shifts, including on the weekends, holidays and nights.

Background must-have:

Current, legal and unrestricted ability to work in the United Kingdom High school or equivalent education required. Ability to compute accurate mathematical calculations. Ability to clearly and pleasantly communicate in English with guests, management/co-workers, both in person and on the telephone. Proficient computer knowledge.



Virgin Hotels celebrates diversity and welcomes teammates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be an inclusive and Equal Opportunity Employer.



Virgin Hotels London-Shoreditch is the eighth Virgin Hotels Property, and second in the UK, nestled in the vibrant Shoreditch neighbourhood. Blending heartfelt service, exceptional value and unique hospitality, the hotel brings a playful yet luxurious vibe to the vibrant heart of London's East End.



We're passionate about creating brilliant experiences that make peoples' lives better, and there's nothing more honourable than that. We believe that great culture people translates into irresistible experiences for teammates and guests alike.



Inspired by a "Screw It Let's Do It" attitude that Sir Richard Branson's global group has pioneered for over 40 years, we've not only reimagined what a boutique hotel looks like, but what it can do.



Are you ready to join the most irresistible hotel in London?