Do I need a hospitality qualification?

Not always. An OND or HND in Hospitality helps, but many hotels hire for attitude and train on the job — experience in customer-facing roles such as retail counts.

Should I attach a photo?

Only if the advert asks for one. Some hotel adverts do for guest-facing roles; otherwise leave it off.

Application letter for a hotel job

An application letter for a hotel job should name the department you want (front desk, restaurant, housekeeping), show you are good with guests, and say you can work shifts and weekends. Here is a sample, and a builder that writes yours.

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Sample letter

12 Allen Avenue, Ikeja, Lagos. 080 0000 0000 5 November 2026

The Human Resources Manager, Palmgrove Suites, 22 Adeola Odeku Street, Victoria Island, Lagos.

Dear Sir/Madam,

APPLICATION FOR THE POSITION OF FRONT DESK OFFICER

I am writing to apply for the position of Front Desk Officer advertised on BoQQs. I hold an OND in Hospitality Management and have eighteen months' experience on the front desk of a 60-room hotel in Lekki.

I check in up to 40 guests a shift, handle reservations on the hotel's booking system, and resolve complaints calmly. Our guest review scores for front desk service rose during my time there, and I was named staff member of the month twice.

I am comfortable working shifts, weekends and public holidays, and can resume immediately. Thank you for considering my application; I would be glad to attend an interview at your convenience.

Yours faithfully,

Blessing Okon

What makes it work

Say which department: Front desk, restaurant, housekeeping and kitchen are different jobs. Name the one in the advert.
Show guest skills: Volumes handled, complaints resolved, reviews — hotels hire for calm and courtesy under pressure.
Confirm your availability: Shifts, weekends and public holidays are the norm. Saying you can work them removes a common doubt.

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The job

Job titleCompanyHiring manager's nameLeave blank if the advert doesn't name anyone.Where you saw the job

Why you, why them

Why this company?One specific sentence about them, not you. Generic praise is what gets letters skipped.Strength 1Something you did, with a number if you can — not a personality trait.Strength 2Strength 3NYSC statusWhen you can start

Your details

Full nameEmailPhoneTown or city

Your name

5 November 2026

Dear Sir/Madam,

APPLICATION FOR THE POSITION OF [JOB TITLE]

I am writing to apply for the [job title] role at [company].

I have attached my CV and would welcome the chance to discuss how I can help [company]. Thank you for considering my application.

Yours faithfully,

Your name

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Common questions

Do I need a hospitality qualification?: Not always. An OND or HND in Hospitality helps, but many hotels hire for attitude and train on the job — experience in customer-facing roles such as retail counts.
Should I attach a photo?: Only if the advert asks for one. Some hotel adverts do for guest-facing roles; otherwise leave it off.

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