Profiles

Gemma studied Cancer Biology and Immunology at the University of Bristol and then went on to do her Masters in Nutrition, Physical Activity and Public Activity. She joined the company in May 2007 as the Sales and Marketing Graduate and has since been promoted to Revenue Manager.

 
Since joining the company, I have gained invaluable experience thanks to the high level of responsibility that was given to me from the onset and the diverse nature of my job. Also, being such a young company it is ideal for graduates looking to begin their careers not only due to the great opportunity for promotion but also due to the excellent social life!"

- Gemma Goes, Revenue Manager

Kristin majored in Film and Media studies at the University of Cape Town before coming to UK and joining the company in May 2007. She joined the company as a receptionist at the Clifton Hotel and in June 2008 moved to head office where she was promoted to HR.

"Working in a small company full of friendly, confident, young people, has allowed me to mix responsibility, professional development and fun perfectly."

 - Kristin Franklin, HR & Training Manager

Matt joined the company in January 2006 as a Graduate at the Washington Hotel after completing his degree in French and German at Durham University. In May 2006 he was promoted to Assistant Manager of the Clifton Hotel and in March 2007 he accepted the position of Manager at the Washington Hotel.

"The greatest thing about Clifton Hotels is the combination of rapid career progression, the freedom afforded you once you are given the responsibility of running a hotel and the huge amount of fun that you have in the process! It is a unique company in that respect and is the perfect place to get started in a management career from an early age."

- Matt Hildrew, Manager of the Washington Hotel

Tristan, who studied French and Italian at the University of Bristol, joined the company in October 2006 as Club Manager of The Square. He then moved to working in the hotels when he became the Graduate at the Rodney hotel before being promoted to Assistant Manager of the Clifton Hotel in March 2007. In June 2008 he accepted the position of the Sales and Marketing Co-ordinator.

"This small yet tight-knit company gives you an excellent opportunity to experience so many different sectors of the hospitality industry and this lets you really work out where your skills lie and where you want to go in your career."

- Tristan Johnson, Sales and Marketing Co-ordinator

Amy did her BA Honours degree in Fine Art at Nottingham Trent University before joining the Clifton Hotel group in January 2007 as a receptionist at the Berkeley Square.

"The Berkeley Square Hotel is like my second home and the staff are very much my family. The team atmosphere is amazing through out the Clifton Hotel Group. This is definitely one of the many reasons I love my job and enjoy working here. The variety in the job means there's never a dull day and the work remains exciting and challenging no matter how long you have been here, there is a real of emphasis on taking responsibility for your own work which gives you the freedom to progress and improve in your own time which gives you a great amount of job satisfaction. We work hard to ensure we remain to be some of Bristol's top hotels, and it is clear as soon as you walk       through the doors how proud we all are of it. If you are interested in a career in the hospitality industry the Clifton Hotels is an ideal place to start your journey "

- Amy Allen, Receptionist at the Berkeley Square Hotel 

Anna came to the UK from Poland and joined the Clifton Hotel group in July 2005 as a room attendant. In October 2007 she was promoted to her current role as House Manager of the Washington Hotel.

"I really enjoy improving the rooms in the hotel and because it is such a busy hotel, talking to guests is a great way to improve my English. The atmosphere in both in the hotel and between us all is very nice." 
 

- Anna Maria Cmich, House Manager at the Washington Hotel