Spotlight Interview – Dirk Talsma | Rapport Guest Services
Dirk Talsma is the Managing Director of Rapport Guest Services and Chair of the Corporate Receptionist of the Year Award. The Corporate Receptionist of the Year...
Read Full ArticleBennett Hay has won a three-year contract to supply reception services at the iconic Gherkin building, 30 St Mary Axe.
Bennett Hay, who provides bespoke hospitality services for corporate clients, will manage the building's reception area, helpdesk services for the building’s tenants and its top floor Searcys Helix restaurant.
The Gherkin is one of the most recognisable buildings in The Square Mile. It’s open 24/7 for its clients and provides around-the-clock building management services. Tenants include Swiss Re, DXC Technology and Kirkland & Ellis LLP.
Designed by Foster + Partners and completed in 2004, The Gherkin provides approximately 50,000 square meters of space and views of London.
Zoë Watts, Bennett Hay’s Managing Director, said: “The Gherkin is one of the most recognisable buildings in the world and equally a landmark win for Bennett Hay. We are excited to be working with their team and bringing our engaging customer experience and ESG values to this stunning location.”
Clare Jackman, Operations Director for JSRE 30 St Mary Axe Management Ltd added: “We’re delighted to be partnering with Bennett Hay, who throughout the tender process demonstrated their understanding of our specific needs, their commitment to the training and development of the reception team and the quality and experience of their head office support. The Gherkin is an exceptionally busy building and we’re confident of Bennett Hay’s ability to uphold our five-star service and operational standards.”
Picture: a photograph of the exterior of The Gherkin building. Image Credit: Bennet Hay
Article written by Ella Tansley | Published 03 November 2023
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