Are you an experienced hospitality professional with a passion for guest experience and customer service? Alton Towers Resort is looking for an enthusiastic and dependable Accommodation Frontline Lead to support our accommodation teams in delivering exceptional service, high operational standards, and memorable guest experiences. In this key frontline role, you will supervise, guide, and support colleagues across multiple departments, helping to ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of our accommodation offering.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, coach, and support frontline colleagues across multiple departments to deliver outstanding service.
Conduct regular training sessions and performance check-ins to support colleague development.
Monitor cleanliness, presentation, and safety standards across all accommodation areas.
Ensure all daily operational tasks are completed efficiently and to standard.
Act as the first point of escalation for guest complaints, refunds, and operational disruptions.
Carry out key holder duties, including opening and closing areas and completing required checklists.
Maintain high levels of guest engagement and consistently deliver service standards.
Respond to guest feedback and proactively identify opportunities to improve service delivery.
Support the wider Housekeeping, Front of house and Retail departments whilst driving commercial excellence.
Remain flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the business, including shift patterns.
Accommodation-Specific Responsibilities
Support check-in and check-out processes and resolve accommodation-related guest queries.
Oversee the day-to-day running of the commercial units within accommodation.
Guide colleagues in maintaining cleanliness and ensuring rooms meet resort standards.
Be able to take on People Management duties across the accommodation site, including; performance management, managing absence, training and coaching.
Provide support, coaching, and corrective action where required to maintain service excellence.
Qualifications & Experience
Due to the nature of this role we can only accept applications from candidates 18 and over
Previous experience in an operational role is essential (experience within a theme park, hotel, or leisure environment is desirable)
A strong team player with a positive, reliable, and proactive attitude
Confident supporting and guiding colleagues with a hands-on leadership approach
Comfortable handling guest concerns and operational challenges calmly and professionally
Previous leadership or supervisory experience is beneficial but not essential
Benefits
Merlin Magic Pass - 20 free tickets for you, your family and friends to enjoy all of our Merlin Attractions across the world
40% discount online off LEGO
25% discount in our on-site retail shops and restaurants
Access to Merlin benefits page with discounts on over 1000 fashion and electronic retailers, restaurants and travel
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Plus, many more...
If you have any questions or if you require any assistance, because of a disability or medical condition, please contact us by email at recruitment@merlinentertainments.biz and one of the team will get back to you as soon as possible.
Pay Range
Compensation between GBP £13.70/Hr.-GBP £13.70/Hr.