About Us
At the heart of the world’s greatest golfing destination,
the Old Course Hotel is an AA 5 Red star, award-winning resort centred around
active wellbeing and indulgent good times.
Part of Kohler Company, the Old Course Hotel is a privately
owned resort, priding ourselves on delivering personalised guest experiences to
create lasting memories.
Why Join Our Team?
With a reputation as an employer of choice, we are committed
to ensuring our associates are our number one priority. St Andrews is the home
of golf and we are the home of great guest service. People are our passion and
we believe each associate plays a vital role in providing memorable memories to
our guests.
We are a forward-thinking employer committed to the
Hoteliers Charter and developing our people, which is why we employ based on
personality. We believe all skills can be taught! Throughout your career with
us, you’ll have access to a wide range of different training opportunities
providing routes to progress from within, allowing you to reach your full
potential whilst supported by our committed leadership team.
We love celebrating our associate’s success and do so
through our employee reward recognition schemes which encompass our ‘HOME’
ethos including Associate of the Month.
Whilst working for one of the most iconic hotels in
Scotland, you will be rewarded with a competitive salary, company pension
scheme, free onsite car parking, meals whilst on duty, 24/7 access to our
employee assistance programme and FREE fitness access.
Our benefits don’t end there, in your spare time, we also
superb discounts in our restaurants, shops, spa and room rates. Giving you the
opportunity to enjoy the many luxuries Old Course Hotel has to offer and
experience the 5* service for yourself.
A career at Old Course Hotel, what’s not to love?
*All benefits subject to availability
About the Role
An exciting opportunity within our Front Desk team has
become available as a Receptionist. Our Receptionists are the face and brand
ambassadors of the Old Course Hotel and are passionate about providing
excellent customer service and looking after our guests from the warm and
cheerful greeting through to the heartfelt goodbye.
Additionally, you will be the point of contact for everyone
entering the hotel and offer the highest possible service to all visitors and
guests.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Welcoming
our guests with a cheerful and proper greeting.
- Check
the guests into the hotel and ensure they complete their registration card
to required legal standard and take the relevant action to prevent ‘Walk
Out’ guests.
- Advise
and upsell to best satisfy our guests needs and maximise hotel revenue.
- Explain
the in-room facilities and make guests aware of the nearest fire exits.
- Recognise
Guests who are travelling though a loyalty scheme such as Fine Hotel and
Resort and IPrefer.
- Greet
our guests in a friendly manner and lead their check out process.
- On
check out, ensuring their stay was satisfactory.
- Provide
and explain their bill and any charges.
- To
thank our guests for staying with us and extend a sincere invitation to
return.
- Money
handling, including counting and keeping track of the floats during and at
the end of your shift, ensuring there is a varied assortment of cash and
ordering when applicable, reporting and rectifying any float
discrepancies.
- Being
knowledgeable on the Hotels history, the multiple outlets and services
offered including the Kohler Waters Spa, Food & Beverage outlets and
Dukes Course.
- Being
knowledgeable on local information, attractions and amenities.
To be successful in this role you will have the following
qualities and experience:
Essential
- Be
well presented.
- Efficiency
in administration, and organisation whilst being calm, efficient and
reliable under pressure.
- Excellent
interpersonal and communication skills and be comfortable engaging with a
diverse range of people from all walks of life.
- Willingness
to go the extra mile.
- Good
telephone manner and skills.
- Punctual
with strong time management skills.
- Good
IT capabilities.
Desirable
- The
following experience is preferred but not essential as full training will
be provided.
- Previous
experience of working within a luxury property (desirable)
- Previous
Front Desk experience (desirable)
Hours
Full Time 40hrs
Fixed Term April – 31st October 2026
Salary
£26,727.84
*Subject
to increase in March 2026
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
- Dine On Us – Enjoy free meals and refreshments every day in our complimentary staff canteen, including hot meals, salad bar, tea, coffee & soft drinks.
- Exclusive Resort Perks – Treat yourself to generous discounts across the resort from award winning restaurants, luxury room stays and in our Pro Shop (St Andrews only PGA approved pro shop)
- Kohler Group Benefits – Unlock even more savings with our wider discounts across the Kohler family.
- Wellness, Your Way – Enjoy free access to our on-site Kohler Waters Fitness Centre, featuring a fully equipped gym, 20-metre pool, sauna and hot tub. Relax, recharge, repeat.
- Plan Your Future – We’ll help you get access to the right information through complimentary mortgage consultations.
- Cycle2Work – Stay active and save money with our Cycle2Work programme, good for you and the planet.
- Perkbox – Enjoy exclusive discounts, rewards and monthly treats all in one easy app.
- Get Rewarded - Earn fantastic rewards on our Global Recognition Platform and introduce great talent to our team through our generous Refer a Friend scheme.
- 24/7 Wellbeing Support – Our Employee Assistance Programme is available around the clock, offering confidential guidance whenever you need it.
The Old Course Hotel is an equal opportunities employer.
We aim to ensure that no job applicant, employee, or worker is discriminated
against on the grounds of protected characteristics.
