Bell Attendant

About the role

• City, State: Saddle Brook, New Jersey
• Pay rate $16.00/hour
• Title: Bell Attendant
• Location: Marriott Hotel - Saddle Brook, NJ
• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• Status: Full-time
• Reports to: Front Office Manager

Job Summary

The Bell Attendant provides assistance and services to guests, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable arrival and departure experience. This role includes transporting and storing guest luggage, offering local area information, and assisting with reservations and other guest requests.

Essential Functions and Duties

• Greet guests upon arrival and departure, assisting with luggage and offering a warm welcome.
• Transport guest luggage to and from guest rooms efficiently and safely.
• Provide information about the hotel’s amenities, services, and local area attractions.
• Assist with guest transportation needs, including arranging taxis or shuttle services.
• Ensure the bell stand and lobby areas are clean and presentable at all times.
• Deliver packages, messages, and other items to guest rooms or other areas of the hotel as needed.
• Assist with room assignments and guest check-in/check-out processes when necessary.
• Store and retrieve guest luggage and personal items in the designated storage areas.
• Offer assistance with special requests, such as room service orders or restaurant reservations.
• Monitor the lobby for guest needs and provide proactive assistance.
• Maintain knowledge of hotel security protocols and report any suspicious activity.
• Uphold the highest level of guest service standards to ensure a memorable experience.

Required Experience, Education, and Skills

• Previous experience in a guest service or customer-facing role, preferably in hospitality.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with guests in a friendly and professional manner.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail when handling guest requests and belongings.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy luggage, up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Knowledge of local attractions, restaurants, and services is preferred.

Work Environment

• Primarily an indoor role with frequent movement throughout the hotel lobby, guest areas, and guest rooms.
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods while assisting guests.
• Must be able to lift and carry objects up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Flexible schedule, including availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays to meet guest service needs.
• Occasional outdoor work when assisting guests with transportation or luggage.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.