Night Porter

Focus Hotels Management Limited; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training and development programme

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

The Bedford Hotel Belfast is seeking an experienced Night Porter to join its boutique hotel team in Belfast. This role supports overnight operations, delivers guest service, and assists with night audits and security.

You will work with a small team, handle late-night enquiries, contribute to safety and security, and help prepare spaces for the next day. The position offers competitive salary and opportunities for shift-based progression.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a night role within the hospitality industry is advantageous.
• High standard of customer service.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a small team.
• Ability to work independently, showing initiative and reliability.
• Flexibility to work night shifts across weekdays and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Supporting all night operations, ensuring effective communication with the manager on duty to assist with a smooth handover between day and night teams.
• Providing a warm and professional welcome to all guests, assisting with check-in, check-out and any late night enquiries or issues, as required.
• Ensuring the safety and security of all guests, staff, and property through effective communication, assisting with regular checks and adherence to company procedures.
• Assisting with elements of cash handling and night audit procedures, as requested.
• Assisting the manager on duty in handling any incidents or emergencies calmly and efficiently, following company policy.
• Supporting food and beverage service overnight, where necessary.
• Carrying out cleaning duties and preparing dining/meeting space, as required.

Skills

Night shift

Hospitality experience

Customer service

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent working

Job description

The Bedford Hotel Belfast is seeking an experienced Night Porter to join its exceptional team. This is your opportunity to play a pivotal role in one of Belfast’s newly opened boutique hotels.

Who Are We?

The Bedford Hotel Belfast is a prestigious boutique hotel set within the iconic Scottish Mutual Building in the heart of the city. With 82 beautifully appointed bedrooms, The Nineteen Hundred Restaurant and Cafe Bar, and exclusive private dining in The Ledger Library, The Bedford Hotel Belfast is setting new standards for hospitality in Northern Ireland.

The Bedford Hotel Belfast, seeks a skilled Night Porter who thrives in a luxury hospitality setting.

Role Responsibilities:

As Night Porter, you will assist the manager on duty with the hotel’s overnight operations, ensuring that guests receive exceptional service and that the hotel remains secure.

Responsibilities Include:

• Supporting all night operations, ensuring effective communication with the manager on duty to assist with a smooth handover between day and night teams.
• Working as part of a team to maintain standards and efficiently complete tasks throughout the shift.
• Providing a warm and professional welcome to all guests, assisting with check-in, check-out and any late night enquiries or issues, as required.
• Ensuring the safety and security of all guests, staff, and property through effective communication, assisting with regular checks and adherence to company procedures.
• Assisting with elements of cash handling and night audit procedures, as requested.
• Ensuring compliance with all H&S regulations.
• Completing tasks as required to ensure that the hotel is ready for the next day’s operations.
• Assisting the manager on duty in handling any incidents or emergencies calmly and efficiently, following company policy.
• Supporting food and beverage service overnight, where necessary.
• Carrying out cleaning duties and preparing dining/meeting space, as required.

Key Requirements:

• Previous experience in a night role within the hospitality industry is advantageous.
• High standard of customer service.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a small team..
• Ability to work independently, showing initiative and reliability.
• Flexibility to work night shifts across week days and weekends. Typical shift times are 2300-0730..

What We Offer:

At The Bedford Hotel, we believe that exceptional service starts with exceptional people. We offer:

• Competitive salary.
• Various shifts.
• Training and development programme.
• Clear career progression pathways and leadership opportunities.
• A supportive, employee-centric culture.
• Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance.
• Work-life balance initiatives.

Why Join Us?

Be part of something special:

Join the team at one of Belfast’s newest boutique hotels.

Innovate and inspire:

Work in an environment that encouragesnew ideasand continuous improvement.

Grow your career:

Benefit from professional development opportunities designed to help you thrive.