Job Description Summary The Bell Attendant sets the tone for Sonesta’s mission of “Wowing” our guests with Amazing Moments. The role’s primary responsibility is to assist arriving and departing guests in transporting luggage to and from guest rooms. The Bell Attendant must respond to guests’ requests in a prompt, courteous and professional manner. Job Description The ideal candidate has a passion for hospitality and going beyond for our guests. Principle duties and responsibilities (Essential Functions) include: Welcome and acknowledge all arriving guests in a courteous and professional manner. Transport luggage to and from guest rooms. Secure, tag and store luggage at guest’s request. Direct guests to appropriate hotel staff for assistance with questions and special requests regarding food, laundry, concierge services, or housekeeping. Respond appropriately to guest complaints. Inform supervisor of major problems, complaints, disturbances or dissatisfied guests. Promote hotel facilities, outlets, and services to guests and provide information to guests regarding local attractions and activities. Treat requests with professionalism, tact, and a courteous manner. Adhere to uniform and grooming standards. Perform other duties as requested by management. Qualifications and Skills Professional verbal communication skills. Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills, including dealing with difficult guests. Reading and writing abilities to complete departmental records and logs. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Ensure overall guest satisfaction. Additional Job Description
Work Environment
Must be able work in a fast-paced environment. Guest-facing position working throughout the hotel (lobby, elevators, guest room corridors and guest rooms). Will be required to work outside to transport luggage to and from vehicles.
Physical Demands
Must be able to exert 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. Must be able to push and pull carts weighing up to 250 lbs. Frequent bending, stooping and kneeling. Ability to stand during entire shift. Expected Hours of Work Must be flexible to work variable days of the week to include weekends and holidays. Must be flexible to work variable shifts Upon submitting your application, please ensure you complete a full application in addition to attaching a resume. Incomplete applications received will not be considered. Additional Job Information/Anticipated Pay Range Pay range is $14.45 to $15.45. Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. Employees are offered a variety of benefits including: • Medical and Dental Insurance • Paid Vacation and Sick Days • Paid Holidays • Pension • Legal Services • Maternity and Parental Leave Sonesta is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Upon submitting your application, please ensure you complete a full application in addition to attaching a resume. Incomplete applications received will not be considered. At Sonesta, we value our team members as individuals who enhance our guests’ experiences with their unique skills and contributions. We actively support professional growth and personal happiness in each of our employees at each of our hotels, resorts, suites and cruise ships. We seek out people who will eagerly partner with us to improve the overall Sonesta experience for our guests, and the overall Sonesta experience for their fellow colleagues. If you are interested in a career in some of the most impressive and beautiful surroundings in the world with generous benefits and perks, we hope you’ll get in touch with us. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.