Bell Attendant

Château des Avenières; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Life insurance

Vacation

Sick Pay

Paid holidays (10)

Referral program

Daily employee meals

Uniforms

Job summary

Meadowood Napa Valley is seeking a friendly hospitality professional to greet guests, orient them to the property, and ensure a memorable experience. You will welcome guests by name, explain facilities, and guide them through the property with a focus on exceptional service.

The role includes assisting with luggage, coordinating with Guest Services, and maintaining public areas to the highest standards. Prior hospitality/customer service experience is preferred, with a strong emphasis on warm,

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service roles; knowledge of Napa Valley is a plus.
• Must be able to communicate in English; basic Spanish is a bonus.
• Education: High School Diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome guests and orient them to the property.
• Explain facilities and services; recommend Meadowood outlets.
• Escort guests to rooms and provide orientation of room features.
• Coordinate with Guest Service Manager to manage luggage and requests.
• Maintain lobby and front porch areas; ensure cleanliness and organization.

Skills

Customer service

Napa Valley knowledge

Spanish (advantage)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

• Compensation: USD 18.00 - USD 18.00 - hourly

Company Description

Napa Valley is admired the world over for a lifestyle grounded in agriculture, viticulture, cuisine and the art of hospitality. The mild climate and natural beauty of our region make it a desirable place to be all year round. Each season brings new opportunities to plant, grow and reap a harvest, whether grapes, produce or flowers. No matter the season, the bounty harvested from our vineyards, orchards and gardens is cause of celebration, preferably in the form of a meal with family, friends, and guests that will become friends.

At Meadowood, gracious hospitality defines the style of service and timeless, natural beauty, the sense of place. A rich company culture inspires staff to achieve the highest service standards in hospitality. Join the Meadowood team and experience the pride and teamwork of working alongside a dedicated team of professionals in a truly beautiful setting.

Job Description

Position Summary: To greet and welcome guests and orient them to the property, constantly striving to achieve the Meadowood Mission at all times.

Major Responsibilities & Work Activities:

• Display at all times a friendly, courteous and professional manner in all dealings with guests and employees.
• Arrives for work on time, in correct uniform with name-tag, and signs in to systems at beginning of shift.
• Greets and welcomes guests by name as they arrive to register, opening car doors as well as notifying Guest Services of the guest arrival by name.
• Explains hotel facilities and answers any questions the guest may have about the property.
• Always recommends Meadowood outlets and services during guests stay.
• Upon escorting the guests to their room, the bellman will take the luggage from the guest vehicle to the room and complete a thorough orientation of the room. This should include, but is not limited to:
• Layout of the room
• Light switch locations
• TV operation Telephone and voice mail operation
• Private Dining menu and directory of services
• Location of private bar
• Bathrobe location Heating and air conditioning Laundry bags for valet service and hours of operation
• Operation of skylight
• Wake-up service and alarm clock
• Fireplace
• Delivers morning newspapers to guest rooms as required. Delivers all guest messages and faxes to rooms within 15 minutes of receipt.
• Delivers amenities to rooms in a timely manner.
• Pick up and deliver laundry for guests, ensuring details are logged for reference.
• Cleans and washes front office vans and golf carts on a daily basis.
• Responds to requests for rides and luggage assistance in a timely manner, informing PBX of any delays.
• Conducts property tours upon request.
• Delivers wine for shipping to receiving in a timely manner, ensuring duplicate forms are correctly completed.
• Acts as a liaison when Guest Service Managers are busy offering refreshments and engaging guests in conversation.
• Maintains tidy lobby area (glass doors are fingerprint free, ashtrays clean, cushions plumped, fire lit, etc)
• Ensures kitchen area is kept neat and tidy. Ensures the highest level of proactive service if offered to our guests by effective communication, and follow up with other departments.
• Is familiar with room types and locations, specifically the degree of difficulty in accessing each room in order to assist in selecting the best possible room for each guest.
• Works closely with the Guest Service Manager to co-ordinate the smooth and efficient handling of guest luggage and follow-up on guest request.
• Carries out any reasonable request by management.
• Keeps the front porch, including brass plaques, clean and tidy.

Qualifications

Personal Characteristics: Should have an extremely warm and friendly nature, be open minded, caring and non-judgmental

Experience Required: Customer service experience. Napa Valley knowledge a plus. Education, Certifications.

Licenses, Registrations: High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Communication Skills (Verbal & Written)/Interpersonal Skills:

Must speak, read, write and spell proper English. A working knowledge of Spanish would be a definite advantage.

Computer Skills: Computer Skills, Program Knowledge, Basic keyboard skills required.

Mathematical Skills: Basic arithmetic required.

Reasoning Ability: Must be able to make decisions and perform tasks efficiently, based on logic and sound judgment.

Physical Demands of Position: The position includes a large amount of standing, walking and driving outdoors.

• Ability to walk over rough, outdoor terrain.
• Ability to walk up and down outdoor stairs.
• Ability to bend and kneel to perform cleaning duties.
• Ability to lift heavy objects (10-75 lbs.)

Additional Information

Compensation:

The starting hourly rate for this position is $18.00 per hour + tips + porterage.

$18.00 per hour plus guest gratuities. Current Bell staffreport that gratuities and porterage may significantly increase total earnings. Historical total annual compensation for team members in this role has ranged from approximately $50,000 to $80,000, though actual earnings are not guaranteed.

• This is the rate Meadowood Napa Valley reasonably expects to pay. Final compensation will depend on factors such as experience, education, and other job-related qualifications. This position is eligible for gratuities in accordance with company policy. Total compensation varies and is not guaranteed.
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Vacation
• Sick Pay
• Paid holidays (10)
• Referral program
• Daily employee meals
• Uniforms