Shuttle Driver / Front Desk Agent
Hilton Durham near Duke University

3800 Hillsborough Road

Durham, NC 27705-2328

Hotel with 196 Rooms
Managed By Driftwood Hospitality Management
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Hilton Durham near Duke University
Durham, NC

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Compensation: $15.00 per hour

Job Summary

Responsible for all guest service functions including being responsible for maintaining bell station, greeting guests, handling guest luggage, providing directions, assisting the front desk in answering phones and delivering items to guest rooms.

Essential Job Functions

This description is a summary of primary responsibilities and qualifications. The job description is not intended to include all duties or qualifications that may be required now or in the future. This position is scheduled Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with occasional weekend shifts as required to meet operational needs.

  • Open & close vehicle doors for guests.
  • Check guest luggage for both day and overnight visits.
  • Assist guests with storing and retrieving their luggage, and if requested, from their vehicle.
  • Utilize bell carts to transfer luggage and packages to and from rooms, vehicles, and/or loading areas.
  • Assist guests with storing and retrieving their luggage from the vehicle.
  • Maintain and clean the designated lobby station and baggage room.
  • Ensure that lobby area and front exterior/interior of the hotel is neat and clean at all time by picking up trash, adjusting furniture to proper positions.
  • Stand by ready to assist guests, greeting and welcoming guests to the hotel.
  • Assist in providing travel directions, recommendations for local attractions, restaurants and other services.
  • Answering Phones to assist PBX/Guest Calls
  • Restocking supplies at the front desk, business center and grab and go i.e. cookies, paper supplies.
  • Prompt reporting of all emergencies, accidents, injuries, missing articles, damage, mechanical problems and safety hazards to management.
  • Maintain a neat, clean and well groomed appearance. (Specific standards outlined in team member handbook).
  • Adhering to hotel taxi stand requirement and agreements.
  • Adheres to all company policies and procedures.
  • Follows safety and security procedures and rules.
  • Knows department fire prevention and emergency procedures.
  • Utilizes protective equipment.
  • Reports unsafe conditions to supervisor/manager.
  • Reports accidents, injuries, near-misses, property damage or loss to supervisor/manager.
  • Provides for a safe work environment by following all safety and security procedures and rules.
  • Assists other Front Desk Personnel when need.
  • Perform any related duties as requested by supervisor/manager.

    Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

    The Hotel may consider equivalent combination of acceptable education and experience providing the knowledge, skills and abilities cited below, when applicable

  • Professional, positive attitude and actions when communicating with guests and team members.
  • Knowledge of hotel and the city.
  • Ability to operate a computer, printer, copier, and telephone.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, sometimes under pressure, while remaining flexible and efficient while maintaining a pleasant cheerful demeanor.

    Physical Demands

  • Physical work is a primary part of the job, and it is performed both inside the hotel, and inside and outside of a vehicle.
  • The work involves exposure to extreme temperatures, chemicals, dirt, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and loud noises.
  • Lifting up to 75 pounds.
  • Frequent twisting, bending, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, talking, hearing, seeing and smiling.

    Benefits

    • 401(k)
    • Dental insurance
    • Disability insurance
    • Employee assistance program
    • Flexible spending account
    • Health insurance
    • Life insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Vision insurance
    • Room Discounts
    • Employee Food and Beverage Discounts

    EEO: Driftwood Hospitality Management is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

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    Hilton Durham near Duke University

    Hotel with 196 Rooms

    Near downtown Durham and Duke University

    We’re 10 minutes from downtown Durham, and 18 miles from Raleigh-Durham Airport. Brightleaf Square and Duke University are both three miles away. We have a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. Enjoy breakfast in our restaurant or dinner and drinks in our bar and lounge. Pets are welcome.