Night Porter (4 nights per week)
Type – Part time (36 hours per week), with a rota operating on 4 out of 7 nights per week, including weekends.
Reports to – Reception Manager
Location – Careys Manor & SenSpa is a luxury four-star hotel and spa situated in Brockenhurst – the heart of the New Forest National Park, in Hampshire. We pride ourselves on our friendly staff and attentive service. Guests experience fantastic spa facilities, luxurious bedrooms, versatile conference and function spaces and delicious dining options. Our team benefit from a friendly environment, reward schemes and opportunities for personal development.
We are seeking a well-presented, friendly and customer focused individual to work 4 nights a week as Night Porter at Careys Manor Hotel in Brockenhurst, in the heart of the New Forest.
As Night Porter, you are an important member of the Front of House team responsible for excellent standards of guest care and safety during the night shift.
Main Responsibilities:
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Check-in late arrivals and greet guests in a friendly and professional manner
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Park guest cars and inform them of the parked location
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Show guests and carry luggage to their rooms promptly
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Deal with requests in an efficient and courteous manner
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Ensure stored luggage is correctly labelled and securely held at all times
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Maintain awareness of arrivals and scheduled functions/events
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Assist in the set-up of conference rooms if required
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Provide a support service to bar staff in provision of beverages to guests and conferences
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Have comprehensive knowledge of hotel facilities and local attractions, correctly communicating these to guests
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Maintain a professional and high-quality service-oriented environment, ensuring four-star standards are adhered to at all times
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Maintaining high standards of public areas within the hotel grounds and property
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Ensure all outlets have followed the night closing procedures and handover
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Night audit and hotel safety/security – locking up and regular security checks
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Act in accordance with the Hotel’s fire plan – responsible for the Fire procedures and quarterly night drills
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Follow company procedures and guidelines
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Have previous Front Office/Night work experience in a luxury property
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Be personable, helpful and reliable
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Have high levels of personal presentation
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Have a real passion for customer service and desire to exceed customer expectations
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Be flexible and committed to working in a team environment
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Demonstrate ability to adapt to changing situations
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Have a good understanding of the English language (spoken and written)
- Be motivated and able to work alone
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£24,729 pa plus Service Charge tips
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Leisure membership of our award winning SenSpa facilities
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Complimentary canteen with hot dishes daily
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Paid day off on your birthday
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Training & development opportunities
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Hotel and restaurant discounts
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Generous Friends & Family discounts in hotel, spa, spa boutique and restaurants
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Employee Assistance Programme through Hospitality Action
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Long serving staff enjoy enhanced holiday entitlement & annual celebratory dinner
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Pension; eligible team members benefit from a NEST pension scheme
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Free parking on-site
