Door Attendant

reitmr; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental Insurance

Paid Vacation and Sick Days

Paid Holidays

Pension

Legal Services

Maternity and Parental Leave

Job summary

Sonesta International Hotels is seeking a friendly Door Attendant to set the tone for guests as they arrive and depart. You will greet guests, open doors, assist with entry and exit, and help with luggage to ensure a smooth, welcoming first impression.

You will inform guests about hotel facilities and local attractions, arrange transportation when needed, and support the front of house team to deliver consistent, high‑quality service.

Qualifications

• Professional verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills including dealing with difficult guests.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests.
• Open doors and assist guests in entering/leaving the property.
• Explain hotel facilities and local attractions to guests.
• Transport luggage to/from guest rooms or bell area.
• Assist guests with loading/unloading luggage and provide directions.
• Arrange transportation for guests and record requests as needed.
• Explain parking procedures to guests and visitors.

Skills

Verbal communication

Customer service

Organization / Attention to detail

Job description

We’re People People. Are you?

We’re Sonesta International Hotels-the 8th largest hotel company in the U.S. (and growing fast).

With a dynamic mix of full-service and focused hotels across major cities, our diverse portfolio of owned, managed, and franchised properties means we’re everywhere our guests need us to be.

But here’s the thing-we’re not just in the business of hotels, we’re in the business of people. We bring service with passion, loyalty with purpose, and create experiences that genuinely connect-delivering quality, value, and memorable stays across 1,000+ properties in eight countries (and counting).

What this role is all about

The Door Attendant sets the tone for Sonesta’s mission of "Wowing" our guests with Amazing Moments. Assist incoming and outgoing guests in entering/exiting the hotel and storing luggage on occasion.

What you’ll be doing

• Greet guests.
• Open doors and assist guests/visitors entering and leaving property.
• Explain and promote hotel facilities, outlets, and services to guest and provide information to guests regarding local attractions and activities.
• Transport guest luggage to and from guest rooms and/or designated bell area. Assist with luggage storage and retrieval.
• Assist guests/visitors in and out of vehicles, including assisting guests with loading/unloading luggage. Supply guests with directions.
• Arrange transportation for guests/visitors, and record advance transportation request as needed.
• Communicate parking procedures to guests/visitors.

Qualifications and Skills

• Professional verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills including dealing with difficult guests.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

The statements in this job description are intended to represent the key duties and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job. This job description is subject to change at any time

Anticipated Pay Range & Additional Job Information

Additional Job Information/Anticipated Pay Range

Pay range $15.00 - $15.75

Pay rate outlined follows contract requirements.

Employees are offered a variety of benefits including:

• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Paid Vacation and Sick Days
• Paid Holidays
• Pension
• Legal Services
• Maternity and Parental Leave

Our Commitment to You

Sonesta is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.