Airport Greeter - Raffles The Red Sea

Raffles Hotels & Resorts; Umluj; On-site; SAR 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Raffles The Red Sea in Saudi Arabia seeks a Greeter/Arrival Coordinator to welcome guests at the airport arrival area and ensure a seamless start to their luxury experience.

You will greet guests by name, coordinate with airport personnel, arrange hotel transfers, assist with luggage, and liaise with Front Office and VIP teams to uphold our five-star standards and smooth guest passage.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in a 5-star hotel, often Bell or Door service.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift heavy luggage.
• Knowledge of airport layouts, hotel facilities, and local highlights.
• Impeccable grooming and professional English with cultural sensitivity.

Responsibilities

• Arrival Coordination: monitor daily guest arrival lists and flight details.
• The Welcome: greet guests with a personalized signboard and name usage.
• Logistics Management: coordinate hotel cars and maintain brand standards.
• Luggage Handling: assist guests from carousel to vehicle with care.
• VIP Liaison: inform Front Office and Butler teams of VIPs en route.
• Service Recovery: address delays, lost luggage, or transport issues; report concerns.

Skills

Guest greeting

Airport knowledge

Stamina

Elevated service

Job description

Company Description

Raffles & Fairmont the Red Sea, positioned in the kingdom's groundbreaking Red Sea Project, will provide visitors access to two nature-focused resorts. With 361 rooms, 11 distinct dining concepts, including overwater restaurant with views of the Red Sea and the mangroves, and a Spa.

Raffles The Red Sea

will be a sanctuary of refined elegance and timeless luxury, nestled within Saudi Arabia’s extraordinary Red Sea destination. Blending Raffles’ legendary graciousness and personalized service with the natural beauty and sustainability ethos of Red Sea Global, the property offers a curated haven for the world’s most discerning travelers.

Job Description

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Arrival Coordination: Monitor the daily guest arrival list and flight details closely to ensure a presence at the terminal for every scheduled flight.
• The "Raffles Welcome": Greet guests warmly at the arrival hall with a personalized signboard. In line with brand standards, use the guest's name immediately (e.g., "Mr. [Name], welcome to [City], I hope you had a pleasant flight").
• Logistics Management: Coordinate with the Chief Concierge to ensure the correct number of hotel cars are on standby and that they meet all brand cleanliness and amenity standards.
• Luggage Handling: Assist guests with their baggage from the carousel to the vehicle, ensuring all items are handled with extreme care and correctly loaded.
• Liaising & VIP Protocol: Inform the hotel Front Office and Butler teams immediately when VIP guests are en route. Maintain strong professional relationships with airport personnel, immigration, and customs officers to facilitate smooth passage.
• Service Recovery: Act as a frontline problem-solver for delayed flights, lost luggage, or transport issues, reporting any guest complaints to the Chief Concierge for further action.

Professional Standards & Etiquette

• Anticipatory Service: Embody the Raffles "anticipatory" style by identifying guest needs (e.g., offering water or a cold towel) before they are requested.
• Impeccable Grooming: Maintain a neat, professional appearance at all times, as the Greeter represents the hotel's 5-star image in a public terminal.
• Communication: Use clear, professional English and demonstrate cultural sensitivity when interacting with international clientele.

Qualifications

Qualifications & Attributes

• Experience: Typically requires at least 2 years of experience in a 5-star hotel environment, often with a background in Bell or Door services.
• Physical Stamina: Must be able to stand for long periods and lift heavy luggage.
• Knowledge: Deep familiarity with airport terminal layouts, hotel facilities, and local area highlights to answer guest inquiries during the initial greeting.

Additional Information

• Understanding of Ultra-Luxury guest expectations and brand alignment.
• experience in project coordination, scheduling, and document control during pre-Opening stages.
• Experience in pre-Opening is a must.
• A proactive, anticipatory approach with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Impeccable grooming and personal presentation aligned with Luxury standards.