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Bellperson / Valet Attendant

The Darcy

1515 Rhode Island Avenue
Washington, DC 20005-5595

226 Room Hotel
Managed By Northwood Hospitality
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Compensation: NA, Full-Time

Job Description

I. Job Summary
Typically the first and last point of contact for our guests, the bell station position is a critical link to guest satisfaction. Responsibilities include welcoming guests; opening doors; moving luggage; acquainting guests with amenities of the resort and their rooms; anticipating guests- needs and meeting or exceeding those needs; responding to and resolving guest inquires and complaints; and coordinating with other departments to ensure guests feel well-cared for and valued. This person should be very comfortable interacting with guests and potential clients in a highly professional manner.

II. Job Responsibilities

Guest Communication

  • Present a personal demeanor that is professional, friendly, cheerful and courteous at all times.
  • Upon arrival, welcome guests by name.
  • Assist guests by opening doors, unloading luggage from vehicle and transporting to their room, personally carrying the luggage or using a luggage cart.
  • Point out to each guest the fire exits, usage of TV, A/C, coffee pot, safe and offer ice.
  • Upon departure, assist guests by transporting luggage from room to vehicle and load luggage into vehicle and thank the guest by name for visiting Cheeca Lodge - Spa.
  • Ensure that entry areas, courtyard and entrances are free of debris and present a clean and attractive facility to customers.
  • Provide precise directions and offer suggestions to guests for both resort amenities and nearby destinations. If unable to answer guest inquiries, direct the guest to the most appropriate staff member to do so.
  • Welcome and effectively resolve guest problems with supervisor assistance as needed.
  • Coordinate with other departments and supervisors/managers in order to ensure guest satisfaction.
  • Keep abreast of local activities and the area-s establishments in order to answer questions, recommend and give directions.
  • Be watchful of any security issues and contact security immediately when there is an issue.
  • Attend team briefings.

Training

  • Complete training on operating job specific systems.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Posted November 5, 2024

The Darcy

Welcome to The Darcy

The Darcy is an eclectic, 226-room boutique hotel in the heart of Washington, DC, providing chic accommodations, distinctive dining, and over 7,000 square feet of meeting and event space. Classically American but with a European sensibility, The Darcy offers an authentic, original, and local experience that allows our guests to immerse themselves in community. 

Discover our Nation's Capital with thoughful amenties. Cruise from Georgetown to Capitol Hill with our courtesy bike and scooter rentals, make it a family affair and keep the kids entertained with our Darcy Daypacks, and relax after a day of sightseeing with our complimentary daily cocktail hour featuring local products or enjoy an in-room crafted cocktail from our talented mixologists.  Be prepared for any occasion with our Haberdashery - a guest wardrobing suitcase of high-end men’s accessories for borrow or purchase, get the right fit with custom tailoring, and grab that last minute gift for someone special with our semimonthly pop-up flower shop. At The Darcy, we make sure you don’t miss home.