Sales & Reservations Executive | Notting Hill, London | £30,000–£35,000 per year | Full-Time
Are you a highly organised and customer-focused professional with a passion for hospitality and guest experiences? Gillespie Recruitment is seeking a Sales & Reservations Executive for a premium hospitality group in Notting Hill, London. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team, manage bookings, and drive revenue across multiple venues.
About the Role
As a Sales & Reservations Executive, you will be the first point of contact for guests, managing reservations, private dining, and special events while ensuring a seamless experience across the group’s venues. You will also play a key role in upselling premium experiences and cross-promoting other concepts within the group.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage and respond to all reservation enquiries via phone, email, and online platforms.
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Build and maintain strong guest relationships, ensuring enquiries are handled professionally and warmly.
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Coordinate bookings for private dining, group reservations, and special events.
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Work closely with restaurant managers and front-of-house teams to maximise occupancy.
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Upsell premium experiences such as wine pairings, chef specials, tasting menus, and private dining packages.
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Cross-sell other venues and experiences within the group.
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Maintain up-to-date knowledge of menus, offerings, and events to provide authoritative recommendations.
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Track booking patterns, guest feedback, and occupancy to support operational planning.
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Provide administrative support for confirmations, events, and guest communications.
Candidate Requirements
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Previous experience in reservations, sales, or guest relations within hospitality.
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Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written.
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Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
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Comfortable using reservation systems and Microsoft Office/Google Suite.
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Proactive, problem-solving attitude, able to stay calm under pressure.
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Genuine interest in hospitality, food, and drink.
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Flexible availability, including occasional evenings and weekends.
Benefits & Perks
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28 days annual leave, including bank holidays.
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40% staff discount plus cost-price wine.
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50% discount across all group hospitality sites.
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Free staff meals and coffee daily.
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Clear career development and progression opportunities.
If you’re a proactive and guest-focused professional ready to take ownership of reservations and sales in a premium hospitality group, apply today.