Bell Attendant

AccorHotel • Long Beach, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Bell Attendant, you will be the first point of contact for guests, providing exceptional service and assistance with their luggage and transportation needs. You will play a key role in creating memorable experiences for our guests by delivering a warm and efficient service from arrival to departure, whether on the curbside, at the door, in the lobby, or throughout the hotel.

Requirements

• Previous customer related experience required
• Strong customer service skills with a friendly and outgoing personality.
• Excellent communication skills and a professional presentation
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities
• Highly responsible & reliable
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work cohesively with fellow colleagues as part of a team and under minimal supervision
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times
• Must have ability to communicate well both verbally and written.
• Reading and counting is essential.
• Available to work shifts which include mornings, evenings, overnight, weekends, and holidays

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a similar role within the hospitality industry preferred.
• High School graduate or equivalent is preferred.
• Knowledge of local attractions, restaurants, activities, and transportation options is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Consistently offer professional, friendly and engaging service
• Welcome every Guest entering the hotel (Arrivals & Visitors)
• Ensure all guests arriving by vehicle on the front drive or departing from the hotel are assisted.
• Ensure the driveway is free from any obstruction
• Ensure that Guests are greeted at the car when pulling onto the driveway
• Remain observant and respond to each Guest who passes through the front entrances of the hotel
• Report suspicious people or behavior to security personnel
• Ensure that the driveway is not congested
• Maintain a presence on the driveway, at the door, and in the lobby throughout the shift
• Deliver Guest’s luggage, messages and any other items for delivery within the Hotel
• Engage warmly with guests whilst escorting them to their room
• Ensure the timely and efficient transfer of luggage to and from the guest’s room
• Ensure the guest is familiar with their room upon arrival (orientation, temperature control, etc…)
• Offer assistance to Guests and answer questions in a helpful and informative way
• Work closely with concierge desk to provide information and recommendations about local attractions, restaurants, and transportation options.
• Coordinate with valet for outstanding arrival and departure experiences.
• Assist guests with storage of luggage.
• Monitor and ensure the security of guest belongings during transportation and storage.
• Follow safety procedures and protocols to ensure a safe environment for guests and colleagues.
• Liaise with Front Office, Housekeeping, and other departments to fulfill guest requests promptly.
• Maintain effective communication with colleagues to ensure seamless guest experiences.
• Maintain accurate records of stored luggage and ensure security protocols are followed.
• Ensure that all areas of responsibility are kept neat and clean for our guests and colleagues.
• A knowledge of hotel services, activities, and hours of operations is required to ensure timeliness of customer needs, which would be outlined each day in a pre-shift briefing.
• Follow all hotel and Forbes/LQA standards of service.
• Conduct self-audits and participate in the feedback of audits conducted to improve service levels.
• Handle guest concerns and provide assistance and resolution
• Attend shift briefing at start of shift in order to keep up-to-date with events and activities in the hotel
• Be an ambassador for the hotel by providing an excellent first and last impressions of the hotel to the Guests
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Discounted hotel rooms and food & beverage rates to employees at our sister properties around the globe.
• Learning programs through our Academies to promote growth and development
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21 and WATCH

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED