Retail Door Host

Fortnum & Mason plc; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Discretionary annual bonus (upto 5% of

Store and restaurant discounts

Subsidised staff restaurant using Fort

28 days holiday + a day off for your生日

Job summary

Fortnum & Mason plc in London’s Piccadilly flagship store seeks an exceptional Door Host to greet guests with warmth, elegance and a memorable first impression, embodying the Fortnum & Mason experience.

You will act as ambassador, advise on store experiences, assist with directions and guest flow, and maintain a polished appearance while delivering attentive service throughout shifts. This highly visible role requires standing for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a warm, engaging and genuine welcome to every guest entering the Piccadilly store.
• Act as a visible, approachable and charismatic ambassador for Fortnum & Mason, reflecting our values through every interaction.
• Create memorable guest moments through warmth, personality, confident conversation and exceptional service.
• Proactively share information on store experiences, seasonal events, dining, services and special activations.
• Provide clear directions and connect guests with the relevant department, service or colleague.
• Work closely with the Retail Host Team and Retail Managers to deliver a seamless journey throughout the store.
• Support guest flow, queues and capacity management during busy trading periods while maintaining a positive atmosphere.
• Build strong knowledge of Fortnum’s products, services, heritage, the local area and key London attractions.

Job description

Job Description

First founded in Piccadilly in 1707, Fortnum & Mason has been creating extraordinary experiences for over three centuries. As one of London's most iconic luxury destinations, we welcome visitors from across the globe every day, many of whom choose Fortnum's as a highlight of their visit to the capital. We are looking for an exceptional Door Host to become the face of our flagship store, creating memorable first impressions and embodying the warmth, elegance and personality that define the Fortnum & Mason experience.

WhyWorkForUs

• Competitivehourlyrate+paidovertime

• Discretionaryannualbonus(upto5%ofsalary)*

• Upto40%storeandrestaurantdiscounts*

• SubsidisedstaffrestaurantusingFortnum’singredients

• 28daysholiday+adayoffforyourbirthdayand5extrawellbeingdaysoff*

• Matchedpensionschemeandcareerdevelopmentopportunities

• Annualstaffpartyandincrediblegiftsafter5years

*Subject to terms and conditions

Key Accountabilities

• Deliver a warm, engaging and genuine welcome and farewell to every guest entering and leaving the Piccadilly store.
• Act as a visible, approachable and charismatic ambassador for Fortnum & Mason, reflecting our values through every interaction.
• Create memorable guest moments through warmth, personality, confident conversation and exceptional service.
• Proactively share information on store experiences, seasonal events, dining, services and special activations.
• Provide clear directions and connect guests with the relevant department, service or colleague.
• Work closely with the Retail Host Team and Retail Managers to deliver a seamless journey throughout the store.
• Support guest flow, queues and capacity management during busy trading periods while maintaining a positive atmosphere.
• Build strong knowledge of Fortnum’s products, services, heritage, the local area and key London attractions.

Customer Experience

• Be the welcoming character of the Piccadilly flagship store, creating warmth, theatre and excitement from the moment guests arrive.
• Recognise that the Piccadilly entrance is one of London’s most photographed doorways and confidently support guests who wish to capture and share their visit.
• Create an inclusive environment for local, national and international visitors and identify opportunities to create moments of delight.
• Support managers with challenging guest situations and contribute to a safe environment for guests, colleagues and visitors.

Operational Standards

• Maintain exceptional standards of personal presentation in line with Fortnum & Mason uniform and brand standards.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail, situational awareness and awareness of guest needs.
• This is a highly visible and physically demanding role requiring prolonged periods of standing and regular movement throughout the trading day.
• Be comfortable working at the store entrance for extended periods in all weather conditions, including rain, cold temperatures and periods of high heat.
• Maintain energy, enthusiasm and a welcoming presence throughout the day, regardless of weather or trading intensity.
• Maintain an exceptional record of attendance, punctuality and presence, with flexibility to work evenings, weekends and seasonal peaks.

Appointment is subject to satisfactory references and pre‑employment checks.

We are committed to developing your career and nurturing your talent, regardless of age; disability; gender reassignment; marriage and civil partnership; pregnancy and maternity; race; religion or belief; sex; sexual orientation. We respect and embrace each other's differences, to create a truly inclusive environment. In the last year alone, our people have been recognised and celebrated, winning awards for their outstanding contributions to Retail, Technology, Global Hospitality & Tourism, Visual Merchandising & Display, Customer Service and Local Community Awards.