Roles and responsibilities
- Act as a hotel “ambassador” at all times.
- Deliver luggage to the guest room within 7 minutes.
- Ability to exert physical effort in placing, removing and transporting guest luggage.
- Deliver messages, packages and facsimiles within 7 minutes of receipt.
- Deliver newspapers to all guest rooms.
- Remove luggage from guest rooms upon check out
- Answer department telephone within 4 rings, using correct salutations and telephone etiquette.
- Deliver items to guestrooms promptly to include: Messages, Mail & Faxes, Packages, Flowers, Sundry items requested by guests, and Gift items & Amenities
- Polish brass luggage carts and maintain cleanliness of carts.
- Ability to perform job functions with minimal supervision.
- Ability to work cohesively with other departments and colleagues as part of a team.
- Ability to be flexible as the job changes.
- Obtain department keys and radio / phone; ensure security of such.
- Be familiar with the entire room product including IT&T equipment
- Be familiar with all hotel services including spa and dining.
- Initiate contact with guests entering the hotel.
- Approach guests needing assistance.
- Ability to ensure security of guestroom access.
- Ability to understand guest inquiries and provide responses.
- Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous.
- Actively listen and communicate specific guest requests accurately to the Concierge, Reception and Telecommunications colleagues to ensure complete follow up
- Ability to promote positive relations with all individuals who approach the Bell Stand and by telephone
- Assist Door Person with unloading and loading of vehicles.
- Collect and record guest preferences.
- Follow requirements in terms of logbooks, control sheets, etc.
- Other duties as deemed appropriate by the Chief Concierge and Assistant Chief Concierge
- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, holidays and evenings.
- Provide guestroom and hotel tours.
- Assist Concierge Colleagues with guest requests and services, including retrieval of theatre tickets, flowers and other items as requested.
- Ensure customer satisfaction from arrival to departure in accordance to the MOHG Legendary Quality Experiences (LQEs), the MOHG Pillars and the respective service standards of MOQA.
- Follow all the FLHSS&E requirements and procedures
Desired candidate profile
1. Attention to Detail
- Thorough Cleaning: Ensuring all areas of the guest room (including bathrooms, beds, floors, and furniture) are cleaned and maintained to the highest standards.
- Spotting Issues: Noticing any maintenance issues (e.g., broken fixtures, stains, etc.) and reporting them to the appropriate department.
2. Time Management
- Efficiency: Ability to clean rooms quickly and efficiently while maintaining a high level of quality.
- Prioritization: Managing time effectively to ensure that rooms are cleaned and ready for new guests or at scheduled times (especially in high-turnover environments).
- Multitasking: Handling multiple tasks at once, such as dusting, changing linens, vacuuming, and replenishing toiletries.
3. Physical Stamina and Endurance
- Manual Labor: The role often involves physical tasks like lifting heavy items (such as mattresses or laundry), bending, and standing for long periods.
- Endurance: Ability to handle repetitive tasks efficiently, such as making beds, cleaning bathrooms, and vacuuming rooms.
4. Organization and Systematic Work Approach
- Room Preparation: Ensuring each guest room is prepared according to the specific standards of the hotel or resort (e.g., making beds, replacing linens, replenishing toiletries).
- Stock Management: Keeping track of housekeeping supplies (e.g., towels, toiletries, cleaning products) and ensuring rooms are stocked properly.
- Cleaning Equipment Use: Knowledge of how to use cleaning equipment like vacuums, mops, and floor scrubbers, and ensuring that equipment is maintained and in good working condition.
5. Guest Service Orientation
- Friendly Attitude: Demonstrating a welcoming, respectful, and professional demeanor when interacting with guests or colleagues.
- Handling Guest Requests: Responding to guest requests for additional items (e.g., extra pillows, towels, or special amenities) quickly and efficiently.
- Confidentiality and Respect: Being aware of guest privacy, and ensuring that all guest items are handled with care.