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Estate Receptionist
Salary £24000 / Year
Schedule Full Time
Experience Minimum 2 years of experience
Location A359, Hadspen, Bruton, Castle Cary BA7 7NG, UK

Estate Receptionist


Description

The Newt in Somerset

 

The Newt in Somerset has ancient woodland, historic gardens and far reaching views.  It is a unique destination with Hotel, Spa, Restaurants and much more.  Visitors can take a tour of the gardens, deer park and cyder press, dine in the Garden Café and visit our farm shop.  Expecting to attract some 150,000 visitors per year, The Newt in Somerset is a vibrant and thriving attraction, animated throughout the seasons by special events, workshops and education programmes.

 


Department Description

 

The Estate Office is key to the smooth running of the wider areas of the estate. As the first point of contact for external and internal visitors we pride ourselves on ensuring a warm welcome is given to all.

It can be fast paced with a variety of queries either by telephone or in person.

 


Position Summary


This role is for a self-motivated, confident and personable individual with attention to detail.

 

The individual will be responsible for the smooth running of the reception area ensuring the telephone is answered in a timely manner and calls forwarded to the appropriate person. Pro-actively help and support internal queries. Ensure deliveries are directed to the appropriate area. 

 

We are looking for an efficient, organised, unflappable individual.

 


Key Responsibilities:


  • Meet and greet visitors with a smile
  • Answer incoming calls
  • Pro-actively help and support internal queries
  • Ensure correct direction of deliveries
  • Assist with ordering of stationery and distribution
  • Assist with administration work
  • Assist with incoming and outgoing mail/parcels

 

 

Skills and Experience:

 

  • Personable and clear telephone manner
  • Attention to detail
  • Written communication skills
  • Time management
  • Self-motivated with initiative
  • Problem solving skills and innovative thinking
  • Microsoft office and basic computer skills
  • Willingness to learn


Benefits:  Excellent Benefits package available from day one including:

 

  • Exceptional working environment, fresh estate grown meal provided each day
  • Annual Performance Bonus
  • 15% online shop discount and free delivery
  • 30% discount in the shops across the estate
  • 30% discount at restaurants across the estate
  • 30% discount on Newt cyder and Babylonstoren wine
  • 50% discount in the Spa
  • Discounted hotel stays for staff
  • Family pass to access the estate
  • Family Events 3 times per year
  • Access to internal/external training qualifications and programmes
  • Cross Training and career development opportunities

The Newt in Somerset

 

The Newt in Somerset has ancient woodland, historic gardens and far reaching views.  It is a unique destination with Hotel, Spa, Restaurants and much more.  Visitors can take a tour of the gardens, deer park and cyder press, dine in the Garden Café and visit our farm shop.  Expecting to attract some 150,000 visitors per year, The Newt in Somerset is a vibrant and thriving attraction, animated throughout the seasons by special events, workshops and education programmes.

 


Department Description

 

The Estate Office is key to the smooth running of the wider areas of the estate. As the first point of contact for external and internal visitors we pride ourselves on ensuring a warm welcome is given to all.

It can be fast paced with a variety of queries either by telephone or in person.

 


Position Summary


This role is for a self-motivated, confident and personable individual with attention to detail.

 

The individual will be responsible for the smooth running of the reception area ensuring the telephone is answered in a timely manner and calls forwarded to the appropriate person. Pro-actively help and support internal queries. Ensure deliveries are directed to the appropriate area. 

 

We are looking for an efficient, organised, unflappable individual.

 


Key Responsibilities:


  • Meet and greet visitors with a smile
  • Answer incoming calls
  • Pro-actively help and support internal queries
  • Ensure correct direction of deliveries
  • Assist with ordering of stationery and distribution
  • Assist with administration work
  • Assist with incoming and outgoing mail/parcels

 

 

Skills and Experience:

 

  • Personable and clear telephone manner
  • Attention to detail
  • Written communication skills
  • Time management
  • Self-motivated with initiative
  • Problem solving skills and innovative thinking
  • Microsoft office and basic computer skills
  • Willingness to learn


Benefits:  Excellent Benefits package available from day one including:

 

  • Exceptional working environment, fresh estate grown meal provided each day
  • Annual Performance Bonus
  • 15% online shop discount and free delivery
  • 30% discount in the shops across the estate
  • 30% discount at restaurants across the estate
  • 30% discount on Newt cyder and Babylonstoren wine
  • 50% discount in the Spa
  • Discounted hotel stays for staff
  • Family pass to access the estate
  • Family Events 3 times per year
  • Access to internal/external training qualifications and programmes
  • Cross Training and career development opportunities

Details
Salary £24000 / Year
Schedule Full Time
Experience Minimum 2 years of experience
Location A359, Hadspen, Bruton, Castle Cary BA7 7NG, UK

Skills
Microsoft Office
Customer Service
Attention to detail
Time Management
By applying you confirm you have these skills.

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A359, Hadspen, Bruton, Castle Cary BA7 7NG, UK