Security Officer

Organization - Hyatt Regency London Blackfriars

Hyatt Regency London Blackfriars is located next to Blackfriars Station in the heart of the City of London, within walking distance of St Paul’s Cathedral, Tate Modern and the South Bank. This Grade II listed five-star hotel stands on the historic site of King Henry VIII’s Bridewell Palace and features 205 stylish guestrooms and suites along with versatile meeting and event spaces.

Dining experiences include NYnLON, a sophisticated yet relaxed bistro bringing the flavours of New York dining culture to London with East Coast classics and seasonal produce, and Leaf and Cane, a vibrant late night bar with live sports screenings, karaoke nights, a dynamic calendar of social events, premium beers and a lively social atmosphere.

We are hiring both Casual and Full-Time Security Officers.

Colleagues have the opportunity to work in a distinctive historic setting while welcoming both international business travellers and leisure guests to central London.

• You are responsible for preventing avoidable loss to the hotel, guests and colleagues, whilst aiming to provide a safe, hazard free environment according to the agreed policies of SCH/procedures/objectives. Some of the key processes include but are not limited to:
• Accountable to carry out frequent patrols of all guest floors, public and service areas within the hotel, including irregular checks of the perimeter.
• Ensure guest rooms, offices, service cupboards and any other appropriate doors are locked and free of fire and health hazards.
• Responsible for investigating all reported or alleged cases of crime or potential crime including theft, loss, damage to either guest, staff or hotel property.
• Accountable to assist staff, visitors and contractors with the verification, preparation, issue and recoveries of , visitors pass and pass out forms.
• Responsible for carrying out frequent patrols of all guest floors, public and service areas within the hotel, including irregular checks of the perimeter.
• Responsible to ensure no unauthorised persons enter the company premises and to ensure that all persons properly seeking admission are courteously received and assisted.
• Accountable to conduct daily fire patrols, including fire safety equipment, report any faults and follow up to ensure they have been addressed.
• Accountable to be trained to certificate standard in first aid.

You have already gained first work experience in the same or similar role, preferably within a hotel environment. With your good working knowledge of firefighting equipment and procedures you will be able to respond to an emergency immediately. You will already have a SIA license (Door Supervisor) and preferably have good knowledge of current laws and legislations. Your working knowledge of CCTV and relevant computer programs make your profile complete.

• 12 complimentary nights a year across Hyatt Hotels worldwide
• Discounted hotel stays across Hyatt not just for you but also your family and friends from the day you start!
• Free meals on duty
• 50% discount on food and beverages when you dine as a guest at selected Hyatt Hotels
• Uniform provided and laundered complimentary
• Headspace membership and access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Continuous learning and development opportunities to provide you with a clear career path as well as job promotion opportunities across Hyatt Hotels worldwide.

Next steps:
Apply today for this Security Officer role and start your journey with Hyatt Hotels!