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Reception Staff for Hire in London

Book front desk and reception cover for hotels, offices and corporate events across London. PIN-confirmed shifts mean reliable, accountable cover whenever you need it.

£17.00/hr
Starting rate
Under 20 min
Avg. match time
Verified & insured
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PIN-confirmed
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Reception Staff
Hotels, corporate offices, events, co-working spaces
Rate£17.00/hr
Minimum booking4 hours
✓ Identity checked
🔒 PIN start/end
£ No hidden fees
About the role

What does reception staff do?

Reception staff are the first point of contact for guests, clients and visitors — managing check-in, handling calls and emails, and keeping front-of-house running smoothly and professionally. Whether it's holiday cover for a regular receptionist or event registration support, first impressions matter, and StaffSwift reception staff are matched and briefed on your specific systems and standards before the shift starts.

Greet and check in guests, clients and visitors professionally
Answer and direct phone calls and general enquiries
Manage visitor logs, badges and building access procedures
Handle bookings, diary management and basic admin tasks
Support event registration and delegate check-in
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive guest and visitor information

📋 Quick facts

Typical shift length4–8 hours
SettingsHotel, corporate, event
Systems trainingBriefed pre-shift where needed
PresentationProfessional dress expected
Why StaffSwift

Booking reception staff the reliable way

Verified & insured

Every reception staff member is identity-checked and insured before their first shift.

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PIN-confirmed arrival

A 4-digit PIN confirms exactly when front-desk cover started.

£

Transparent pricing

Full shift cost shown before you confirm, no hidden charges.

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Confidentiality assured

Staff are briefed on handling sensitive guest and visitor data professionally.

Transparent Pricing

Reception Staff rates, no surprises

Every booking shows your full cost before you confirm — including the 4 hours minimum and any weekend or bank holiday adjustments.

£17.00
per hour
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Simple process

How booking a reception staff works

1
Select Reception Staff and the date, time and address for your booking.
2
Your request reaches available, verified reception staff nearby — usually matched in minutes.
3
Share the 4-digit PIN with staff on arrival to confirm the shift has officially started.
4
Approve the final hours, get your invoice automatically, and rate your experience.
Common questions

Reception Staff FAQs

Can reception staff be trained on our specific booking or PMS system?+

Most reception staff are quick to pick up new systems, and for short cover shifts a brief walkthrough on arrival is usually sufficient. For longer or more complex placements, let us know in advance so we can match staff with relevant system experience.

Is reception cover available for events as well as offices and hotels?+

Yes — reception and front-of-house staff are commonly booked for conference registration desks, corporate events and delegate check-in, in addition to standard office and hotel cover.

What dress code do reception staff follow?+

Professional business attire as standard, unless your venue has a specific dress code or uniform requirement — just note this in your booking and we'll confirm with the matched staff member.

Can I book the same receptionist for ongoing or recurring shifts?+

Yes, after a successful first booking you can request the same staff member again for recurring cover, subject to their availability.

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