About the Role
The Doorperson is responsible for welcoming guests in an attentive, courteous and efficient manner, providing a positive first impression, assisting with hotel entry and exit, and aiding with transportation needs.
Responsibilities
- Load and unload luggage carts and assist guests with the tagging, storing and retrieving of luggage.
- Assist guests with cabs and other transportation requirements.
- Call the garage for valet cars, if applicable.
- Open vehicle and hotel doors and greet arriving and departing guests.
- Respond to guest questions and answer information on local attractions, events and daily activities in the hotel.
- Be aware of VIP and repeat guests; greet them by name.
- Announce departing shuttles.
- Maintain cleanliness of motor entrance and front door.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.
- Must have a valid driver's license for the applicable state.
- Flexible and long hours sometimes required.
- Heavy work - Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
- Ability to stand during entire shift.
- Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.
- Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.
- Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests.
- Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
- Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.
- Attend all hotel required meetings and trainings.
- Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
- Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform and nametag.
- Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
- Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions.
- Must be effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.
- Must be able to understand and apply complex information, data, etc. from various sources to meet appropriate objectives.
- Must be able to cross-train in other hotel related areas.
- Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information.
- Must be able to show initiative, including anticipating guest or operational needs.
- Perform other duties as requested by management.
Skills
- Communication
- Customer Service
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving
- Active Listening
Location
- LeMeridien NYC Park Central
Work Type
- Hourly
Education Level
- High School diploma or equivalent
About the Company
- Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America.
- With a 30-year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward-thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition.
- Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen.
- The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value.
- With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands.
- www.highgate.com
