Hotel Bell Attendant - Baton Rouge, LA

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Job Title: Bell Attendant

Department: Valet Parking Operations

Reports directly to: Account Manager

Schedule: Full-time / Part-time

Status: Non-Exempt

Compensation: $12.00 Plus Tips

(Rates can vary by market / Tips based on service performance and customer interactions)

Position Summary

The Bell Attendant is responsible for creating a positive first and last impression by assisting guests with luggage, providing directions, and ensuring smooth arrivals and departures. This role requires excellent customer service skills, attention to detail, and a professional, welcoming demeanor. The Bell Attendant also supports front desk operations, coordinates with valet services, and responds to guest requests, contributing to an exceptional overall hospitality experience.

Primary Objective

To provide outstanding guest service by ensuring smooth luggage handling, assisting with transportation needs, and offering a warm and professional first impression. The Bell Attendant is committed to enhancing the guest experience by being attentive, proactive, and knowledgeable about the hotel and local area while upholding the highest service standards.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Guest Assistance and Luggage Handling: The Bell Attendant assists guests with luggage handling and provides support during check-in and check-out to ensure a smooth, welcoming experience. They greet guests, manage luggage transfers, explain hotel amenities, coordinate departures, and help arrange transportation, all while maintaining professionalism and attentiveness to enhance guest satisfaction.

Transportation Assistance: The Bell Attendant enhances the guest experience by arranging transportation, offering local recommendations, and coordinating with staff to fulfill guest requests, ensuring smooth travel and exceptional service throughout their stay.

Guest Requests and Concierge Support: The Bell Attendant supports guest satisfaction by promptly handling requests, providing Attendant recommendations, and assisting with deliveries, all while maintaining a professional and welcoming presence to create a positive and memorable guest experience.

Lobby and Entry Maintenance: The Bell Attendant ensures a positive first impression by keeping the lobby and bell stand clean, organized, and welcoming while maintaining luggage carts and equipment to support a smooth and professional guest experience.

Safety and Security Compliance:
The Bell Attendant upholds safety and security by following proper procedures for handling guest belongings, assisting during emergencies, and monitoring the lobby and entrance to maintain a safe, orderly, and welcoming environment.

Additional Responsibilities: Support evolving business needs by completing other tasks as assigned, attending required meetings and training, and maintaining schedule flexibility.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Competency/Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience: A high school diploma or GED is required, experience in parking, hospitality, or a similar customer service field is beneficial.

Certificates and Licenses: A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required for this role, along with maintaining an acceptable motor vehicle record with no more than three moving violations within a three-year period. Candidates must also pass and maintain a clean background check. No special certifications are necessary for this position.

Hospitality, Customer Service, and Communication: Provide exceptional guest service through professional communication, active listening, and personalized assistance, creating a welcoming and memorable experience that aligns with company standards and fosters a positive environment for guests and team members.

Luggage Handling and Safety: Handle guest luggage safely and efficiently, ensuring…