Night Porter - Overnight Guest Security & Service

Cedar Court Hotels; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates of pay

Meals on duty where applicable

Employee discounts across Cedar Court

Training and development opportunities

Career progression within the group

Company pension scheme

Holiday entitlement in line with terms

Job summary

Cedar Court Harrogate is seeking an experienced Night Porter to join the Night Team. You will support the Nights Manager, maintain a visible security presence, and ensure the hotel runs smoothly overnight across reception and lounge areas.

Ideal candidates have hotel night experience, a positive can-do attitude, and strong communication skills, plus knowledge of Health & Safety and Fire Safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role, ideally within a hotel environment.
• A positive “can-do” attitude and strong work ethic.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional and welcoming manner.
• Sound knowledge of Health & Safety and Fire Safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support the Nights Manager to ensure the hotel operates smoothly and efficiently overnight.
• Maintain a visible presence in the reception and lounge areas, helping to ensure the overall security of the hotel during your shift.
• Carry out regular security walks of the property.
• Work with all operational departments to ensure a seamless guest experience and high standards of service, safety and security throughout the night.
• Action tasks handed over from the day teams and set up meeting rooms and events for the following day’s business.
• Liaise with Guest Service Team during bar handover to ensure continuous guest service.

Skills

Hotel night experience

Customer service

Health & Safety knowledge

Fire Safety knowledge

Communication skills

Job description

Cedar Court Harrogate is seeking an experienced Night Porter to join the Night Team. You will support the Nights Manager, maintain a visible security presence, and ensure the hotel runs smoothly overnight across reception and lounge areas.

Ideal candidates have hotel night experience, a positive can-do attitude, and strong communication skills, plus knowledge of Health & Safety and Fire Safety procedures.