Job Description

Job Ref:

KGH11128

Branch:

Holiday Inn Taunton

Location:

Holiday Inn Taunton, Taunton

Salary/Benefits:

12.21 per hour plus benefits and monthly service charge

Contract type:

Permanent

Hours:

Part Time

Shift pattern:

06:00 - 02:00

Hours per week:

8

Posted date:

29/12/2025

Closing date:

14/01/2026

Our Guest Service Assistants are at the heart of the guest experience, making sure every visitor feels welcome and cared for. You'll receive full training to work across all guest-facing areas of the hotel, from reception to food and beverage, making this the perfect opportunity to kick start your career in hospitality.


Other businesses may call this role Receptionist, Food Beverage Assistant, Guest Experience Assistant, or Hotel Services Assistant.



This role reports directly to the Guest Service Manager.

What you'll do

Deliver excellent service across reception, restaurant, bar, meetings and events. Support with tasks including check in/out, food and drink service, conference set-ups, and banqueting. Build genuine relationships with guests, adapting your approach to each individual. Maintain cleanliness and presentation across all guest areas. Help the hotel meet brand standards and company goals by delivering outstanding service every shift. Represent our values and culture, keeping guest experience at the centre of everything you do.

What we're looking for

A genuine passion for people and hospitality. Experience is great, but not essential. Strong communication skills and the confidence to work as part of a team. A proactive approach. (You notice what needs to be done and make it happen!) Comfortable using technology, including MS Office and similar tools.

If you're friendly, motivated, and love making people's day, this could be the role for you!

What's in it for you

Career development through fully funded apprenticeships and our internal development programme. Discounts on hotel stays and a variety of major retailers, restaurants and days out. Free use of our gyms, pools, and leisure facilities. 24/7 access to wellbeing, financial, and legal support.

Next steps

If you're shortlisted, we'll give you a quick call to learn more about you and answer your questions. Candidates who progress will then be invited to the hotel for an in-person interview.



We review applications as they come in, so apply early to avoid missing out. We may close the role once we've found the right person.


At Kew Green Hotels, we're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know at

recruitment@kewgreenhotels.com - we're here to support you.

Who are Kew Green Hotels?

Kew Green Hotels is one of the UK's leading hotel management companies, operating a diverse portfolio of global brands. We're a people-driven business that's passionate about performance, guest experience, and creating hotels that make us proud.



Learn more about who we are and what drives us at www.kewgreenhotels.com.


A convenient Taunton hotel with free parking, meeting rooms and a Health Club



Holiday Inn Taunton M5, Jct.25 hotel is just off the M5 motorway, only 10 minutes from the town centre.



You can catch a bus into town from outside the hotel or from the nearby Park and Ride. Taunton station, 2 miles away, has direct trains to Bristol, Exeter and London. Both Bristol Airport (BRS) and Exeter Airport (EXT) are around half an hour away by car. Trace local history at the Museum of Somerset, housed in 12th-century Taunton Castle. If you prefer the outdoors, Exmoor National Park and South Devon's beaches are within easy reach. We're located close to local companies in Blackbrook Business Park, and you can host a conference or event for up to 250 people in one of our 11 meeting rooms, with a leafy patio where guests can take a break.