Guest Arrival Expert (Luggage Porter) - The Park Tower Knightsbridge Luxury Collection Hotel London
Marriott
London, England, United Kingdom["Full time"]
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The Luxury Collection is a glittering ensemble of locally authentic hotels and
resorts from around the world. Our hotel teams curate the world's most enriching
and desirable destination experiences. Our mission is to guide our guests, these
seasoned travelers on transformative journeys that touch their spirits, enrich
their lives and create lasting memories. If you are someone with an appreciation
for evocative storytelling and a desire to provide genuine, personalized, and
anticipatory service, then we invite you to join us on our journey and explore a
career with The Luxury Collection.
Job Summary
Greet guests , escort them to their rooms and inform them of property amenities,
services, and hours of operation, and local areas of interest and activities.
Open doors and assist guests/visitors entering and leaving property. Identify
and explain room features to guest (e.g., use of room key, mini-bar, ice and
vending areas, in-room safe, valet laundry services). Tag, store, and retrieve
luggage from luggage storage, providing guests with proper claim tickets for
their luggage. Transport guest luggage to and from guest rooms and/or designated
bell area. Assist guests/visitors in and out of vehicles, including assisting
guests with loading/unloading luggage. Supply guests with directions. Arrange
transportation (e.g., taxi cab, shuttle bus, limousine/sedan service) for
guests/visitors, and record advance transportation request as needed.
Communicate parking procedures to guests/visitors. Follow up with guests to
ensure their requests or problems have been met to their satisfaction. Develop
and maintain positive working relationships with others.
Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report any
maintenance problems, safety hazards, accidents, or injuries; complete safety
training and certifications. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean
and professional. Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect
company assets. Support all co-workers and treat them with dignity and respect.
Support team to reach common goals. Comply with quality assurance expectations
and standards. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less
than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance. Assist with moving, lifting,
carrying, and placing of objects weighing in excess of 75 pounds. Stand, sit, or
walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift. Move at a speed
that is required to respond to work situations (e. g., run, walk, jog). Read and
visually verify information in a variety of formats (e. g., small print). Grasp,
turn, and manipulate objects of varying size and weight, requiring fine motor
skills and hand-eye coordination. Reach overhead and below the knees, including
bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Move over sloping, uneven, or slippery
surfaces and steps. Move up and down stairs and/or service ramps. Welcome and
acknowledge all guests according to company standards. Speak with others using
clear and professional language, and answer telephones using appropriate
etiquette. Maintain awareness of undesirable persons on property premises.
Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education: High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
Related Work Experience: No related work experience.
Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience.
License or Certification: None
Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a
diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture.
At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity
employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster
an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and
celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and
experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any
protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected
by applicable law.
The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts, with over 120 properties in more than 35
countries, offers the promise of authentic experiences that evoke lasting,
treasured memories. Our more than 100 years of experience, beginning in 1906
under the Italian CIGA brand – a collection of Europe's most celebrated and
iconic properties – serves as a solid foundation as we continuously evolve to
exceed the desires of the luxury traveler.
From legendary palaces and remote retreats to timeless modern classics, each
luxury hotel and resort is a unique and cherished expression of its locale – a
portal to the destination’s cultural charms and treasures. If you are someone
with an appreciation for evocative storytelling, a keen interest and passion for
this destination's heritage, and a desire to deliver genuine, personalized, and
anticipatory hospitality, then we invite you on our journey. In joining The
Luxury Collection, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International.
Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing
global team, and become the best version of you.