Luggage Porter - Guest Arrival Expert

Position Summary

First impressions are everything. When guests arrive at our hotels, we want that impression to be memorable. The same goes for departures. When guests leave, we want them to go with a smile and a feeling that we were there for them throughout their stay. We want to build an experience that is memorable and unique from start to finish. Our Guest Arrival Experts take the initiative to deliver a wide range of services that guide guests through their arrival and departure experiences. They are empowered to move about their space and do what needs to be done. Whether processing operational needs, addressing guest requests, completing reports, or sharing the highlights of the local area, the Guest Arrival Expert makes transactions feel like part of the experience.

Responsibilities: Here's what your journey with us entails

• Addressing guests' service needs in a professional, positive, and timely manner.
• Welcoming and acknowledging each and every guest with a smile, eye contact, and a friendly verbal greeting, using the guest's name when possible.
• Providing assistance to individuals with disabilities, including assisting visually, hearing, or physically impaired individuals within guidelines (e.g., escorting them when requested, using words to explain actions, writing directions on paper, moving objects out of the way, or offering access to Braille or TDD phones).
• Anticipating guests' service needs, including asking questions of guests to better understand their needs and watching/listening to guest preferences and acting on them whenever possible.
• Engaging guests in conversation regarding their stay, property services, and area attractions/offerings.
• Assisting other associates to ensure proper coverage and prompt guest service.
• Tagging, storing, and retrieving luggage from luggage storage, providing guests with proper claim tickets for their luggage.
• Continually expanding knowledge of local attractions, popular culture, and consumer brands relevant for hotel guests.
• Staying up to date on the local area, including unique attributes, happenings, and offerings, so that you are prepared to provide specific recommendations for guests.
• Building and using personal and professional resources to offer unique recommendations.
• Communicating recommendations in a way that builds excitement and interest among guests and associates.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a similar role is preferred.

What is in it for you:

In addition to receiving a competitive salary and investment in your personal development, you will have access to an array of perks and discounts including:

• 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays), with increasing entitlement based on length of service.
• Pension scheme participation.
• Life Assurance coverage.
• Annual Performance Review pay adjustments.
• Complimentary gym and spa access.
• Free meals while at work.
• Dry-cleaning service availability.
• Complimentary enrolment in BenefitHub, granting unlimited deals from various retailers and more.
• 50% discount at any of the St Pancras outlets.
• Marriott Discount Card offering benefits on hotel stays, room upgrades, gift shop purchases, and F&B across 130 countries.
• Travel ticket season loan.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme access.
• Comprehensive Training and Development programme participation.
• Awards and recognition celebrations, among many other benefit

Join Our Team: Ready to be part of a dynamic team dedicated to shaping the future of luxury hospitality? If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about making a difference, we want to hear from you.

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

The Autograph Collection is a growing collection of four and five-star independent hotels, each offering unique and memorable experiences. Each hotel is thoughtfully chosen for its quality, originality, bold character, and ability to offer today’s traveler a range of unique experiences suited to their individual sense of style and adventure. All Autograph Collection hotels look to attract The Individualist, the brand's target consumer. The Individualist is someone who uses travel as an opportunity to add to their personal narrative – in essence they are hand selecting our hotels whether for personal or corporate travel because it is much more than simply a place to rest. In joining Autograph Collection, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.