Bell / Door Attendant

636 South Michigan Avenue
Chicago , IL 60605

Why Us - The Blackstone (1)

Under general supervision, provides an excellent and attentive guest arrival experience which may include porter services to hotel guests. Ensures their satisfaction and comfort by promptly and courteously responding to guest requests.

• Upon arrival and departure, greets and assists guests with directions, answering questions, calling transportation and assisting with any requests.
• Upon departure, assists the guest by transporting luggage from room to lobby, and helping the guest load luggage into vehicle.
• Responds to inquiries and promotes the propertys amenities and restaurants.
• Keeps abreast of local activities and the area's establishments in order to answer questions, recommend and give directions.
• Associates are encouraged to offer improvement ideas and acknowledge good performance of others.
• Use empowerment to exceed associate and guest expectations and resolve conflicts.
• Associates are to work as a team helping all teammates to complete the required activities which will ensure guest satisfaction.
• Maintains a friendly, cheerful and courteous demeanor at all times.
• Points out to each guest the fire exits, usage of TV and A/C and provides ice.
• Performs other duties as assigned, requested or deemed necessary by management.

Education/Formal Training

High School diploma or equivalent

Experience

None

Knowledge/Skills

• Must have general knowledge of basic customer service skills and be fluent in oral and written English.
• Must have knowledge of local establishments, businesses and the surrounding community in general.
• Must be able to see objects and people at a distance.
• Must be able to communicate verbally and understand and follow verbal instruction.
• Must be able to use tact and understanding when dealing with a variety of customer service problems.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to grasp handles, carry bundles and lift packages.
• Must be able to continually lift and carry up to 65lbs throughout the hotel
• during entire shift.

Environment

Physically strenuous, prolonged standing, walking and climbing stairs, exposure to outside elements, primarily an outdoor position.

Benefits

Accrue time off based on years of service as per CBA contract

5 Sick Days on Anniversary

Coverage for maternity and paternity leave

Medical, dental, & vision insurance (Unite HERE Fund)

Pension Contributions (Unite HERE Fund)

Legal Fund Benefits (Unite HERE Fund)

Basic Life and AD&D insurance (Unite HERE Fund)

Short Term Disability (Unite HERE Fund)

Employee Assistance Program

Great discounts on Hotels, Restaurants, and much more.

Eligible to participate in the Employee Referral Bonus Program. Up to $1,000 per referral.