Bell Captain

Mandarin Oriental New York is looking for a Bell Captain to join our Guest Service team.

Are you a master of craft? Do you thrive in a team that succeeds together, demonstrating integrity and respect while acting responsibly? Do you embrace a growth mindset? We invite you to become a fan of the exceptional. 

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences located in prime destinations around the world, with a strong development pipeline. Increasingly recognised for creating some of the world’s most sought-after properties, the Group provides legendary service inspired by Asian heritage whilst representing the very cutting-edge of luxury experiences.

A stunning fusion of modern design with stylish oriental flair, Mandarin Oriental, New York features 244 elegant guestrooms and suites — all with breath-taking views of Manhattan and Five-Star hospitality. Luxurious amenities include MO Lounge, all-day dining overlooking Central Park and the Manhattan skyline; a 14,500 square-foot Five-Star Mandarin Oriental Spa; and a state-of-the-art fitness center with a 75-foot lap pool. In addition, there is premium meeting and event space, including a 6,000 square-foot pillar-less ballroom with three walls of windows overlooking Central Park.

About the job

Based at the Mandarin Oriental New York within the Guest Service Department in New York the Bell Captain is responsible for overall communication, organization, record keeping and facilitation of an efficient guest service operations.

The Bell Captain reports to the Director and Assistant Director of Front Office Operations.

As Bell Captain, you will be responsible for the following duties:

• Initiate contact with guests entering the hotel
• Approach guests needing assistance
• Be familiar with all hotel services including spa and dining
• Actively listen and communicate specific guest requests accurately to the Concierge, Reception and Guest Relations colleagues to ensure complete follow up
• Other duties as deemed appropriate by the Director of Front Office and Front Office Manager
• Ability to read emails and share pertinent information with the guest service team.
• Ability to utilize digital platforms that records guest long term storage items.
• Ability to complete manual guest item storage logs accurately and timely.
• Ability to complete manual logs of guest items for porterage.
• Ability to communicate with the guest service team on provided communication devices to relay requests such as check in, check out, room moves and other tasks.
• Ability to understand guest inquiries and provide responses.
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous.
• Ability to promote positive relations with all individuals who approach the Bell Stand and by telephone.
• Ability to think clearly, quickly, maintains concentration and makes concise decisions.
• Ability to focus attention on details.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all guest information and pertinent hotel data.
• Ability to ensure security of guestroom access. 
• Ability to perform job functions with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work cohesively with other departments and o-workers as part of a team.
• Ability to be flexible as the job changes.
• Ability to analyze and resolve problems exercising good judgement.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, holidays and evenings if necessary.
• Must have a professional image and personality exuding confidence and leadership skills.
• Be an ambassador to The Mandarin Oriental Hotel Company at all times, in and outside of one’s workplace.
• Ability to be a clear thinker in pressure situations and exercise good judgements.
• Ability to work well under pressure of check-in/check-out of guests and in coordinating all departmental functions. 
• Ability to focus attention on guests’ needs.
• Ability to remain stationary at assigned post for extended periods of time.
• Maintain complete knowledge of:
• All hotel features/services, hours of operations
• All hotel restaurant food concepts, menu price range, dress code and ambiance
• Daily expected arrivals/departures
• Scheduled daily group activities, names and locations of meeting/banquet rooms.

Local events, attractions, holiday schedules

• Maintain complete knowledge and comply with all hotel a departmental policies and procedures..
• Access all functions of computer systems in accordance with departmental specifications.
• Set up workstations with necessary supplies; maintain cleanliness through shift.
• Accommodate all guest requests expediently and courteously.  Follow up with designated hotel personnel to ensure completion of request.
• Document guest requests for Bell Person assistance.
• Accommodate all guest requests in an accurate and efficient manner.
• Assist with group luggage requirements.
• Maintain cleanliness and working condition of departmental equipment/supplies.
• Maintain the condition of lobby, hotel entrance, bell desk and luggage storage areas.
• Correctly tag, store and retrieve luggage from luggage storage.
• Handle guest complaints by following the instant pacification procedures and ensuring guest satisfaction.
• Assist guests in locating and retrieving lost luggage.
• Collect and record guest preferences.
• Complete any task(s) assigned by Leaders
• Successful completion of the training process.
• Answer department telephone within 3 rings, using correct salutations and telephone etiquette.

NOTE: The above is not an all-inclusive list of job duties and responsibilities. Mandarin Oriental, New York reserves the right to add, delete, change or modify the job duties and responsibilities described in this job description at its discretion with notice. 

As Bell Captain, we expect from you:

• Able to communicate written and spoken English
• Excellent overall communication skills
• Able to multi-task
• The ability to work well in a team environment
• Able to stand for extended periods of time
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs on a regular basis
• Able to lift up to 100 lbs on an occasional basis
• Able to stand for extended periods of time

Desirable

• 2 years New York hotel Bell Person experience

• Multi-lingual is preferred

Our commitment to you

• Learning & Development. Your success is our success. We craft unique learning and development programmes for various stages in your career so that you grow, continuously.
• MOstay. When you work as hard as our colleagues do, it’s important to take time off. As a member of the #MOfamily, you can stay with us wherever you go in the world. The MOstay programme offers complimentary nights and additionally attractive rates on rooms for you and your loved ones.
• Heath & Colleague Wellness. Finding the right work-life balance is important. Your wellbeing matters to us. A variety of health benefits and wellness programmes are offered to all our colleagues, globally.
• Retirement Plans. When you show commitment to us, we reciprocate. We offer different retirement plans depending on the length of your service and your role.

Pay and Benefits:

•  Pay $30.45 to $40.60 hourly- commensurate with experience
• A competitive benefits package

It is Company policy to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act, including by providing reasonable accommodations that do not constitute an undue hardship on the Company. Colleagues or candidates should direct requests for accommodation to the Director of People and Culture.

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