Door Attendant
Job Description
Door Attendant position at Embassy Suites by Hilton San Juan Hotel & Casino, onsite in Carolina, Puerto Rico.
Responsibilities
- Assist guests with luggage tagging, storage, and retrieval, and help with loading and unloading luggage carts.
- Coordinate taxi service and other transportation needs for guests.
- Contact the garage to arrange valet parking when applicable.
- Open vehicle and hotel doors and warmly greet arriving and departing guests.
- Respond to guest questions and provide information on local attractions, events, and daily activities at the hotel.
- Identify VIP and repeat guests and greet them by name.
- Announce shuttle departures as needed.
- Keep the motor entrance and front door area clean and orderly.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Experience in a hotel or related field preferred.
- Valid driver's license for the applicable state required.
- Flexible schedule with potential long hours.
- Physical ability to perform heavy lifting: up to 100 pounds occasionally, 50 pounds frequently, and up to 20 pounds constantly; ability to stand for the full shift.
- Maintain a warm, friendly demeanor at all times.
- Effective verbal and written communication with guests and colleagues at all levels in a courteous, service-oriented manner.
- Strong listening skills with the ability to understand and clarify concerns from guests and staff.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
- Maintain a service oriented approach in all interactions with guests and employees.
- Attend all required hotel meetings and trainings.
- Regular attendance in line with Highgate Hotel Standards; schedules vary with hotel needs.
- Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, including proper uniform and nametag.
- Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to support safe and efficient operations.
- Support productivity by identifying issues and assisting with implementing solutions.
- Proactive problem solving, including anticipating, preventing, identifying, and solving issues as needed.
- Ability to interpret and apply complex information from multiple sources to meet objectives.
- Willingness to cross-train in other hotel departments.
- Maintain confidentiality of information.
- Demonstrate initiative by anticipating guest and operational needs.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Compensation
Type: Hourly
Location and Amenities
Isla Verde Beach is just two blocks away, with a reserved area featuring chairs and umbrellas. Enjoy our resort style pool with a waterfall and lush foliage. The airport is about five minutes away. Guests can start the day with a free cooked to order breakfast and unwind at the complimentary Evening Reception.