Offer description
An exceptional opportunity presents itself for a Doorperson to join the Rooms Department at Raffles London at the OWO.
Reporting into Head Concierge, you will be responsible for the arrival and departure experience of our guests, as well as managing the public areas of the hotel, ensuring that guest and departmental expectations are met exceeding the high standards required by the company.
You will also support the Valet team with parking and retrieving cars.
Specifically as the Doorperson:
- You will promote positive colleague relations through an environment that encourages open communication, trust, mutual respect and continuous feedback.
- You will be an effective communicator, who adheres to both legal/statutory responsibilities and Company Policies and procedures.
- Assist with managing guest experience throughout the guest journey.
- Communication with staff and guests in a friendly and professional manner.
- Building and developing good relationships
- Managing time sensitive targets
- Confidently welcoming and greeting guests to raffles standards, using name recognition whenever possible.
- Assist the luggage, valet parkers, concierge and lobby staff to ensure smooth transitions for all guests and residents.
- Escorting guests and luggage trough the building, answering questions and queries in a confidnet and honest manor.
- Arranging taxi and pick ups of guests and transfers of luggage in a detailed manner.
- Manual handling and lifting of guest items, ensuring great care is taken at every step.
- Additional responsibilities in absence of line manager or senior employee.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned including working in a different department or restaurant, than usually assigned
Profil
- Driving licence essential
- Ability to communicate clearly and efficiently in English, both verbal and written.
- Recent experience within in 5-star hotels or a similar role.
- Enthusiasm and commitment to delivering and offering the best service and experiences possible in any situation.
- Proven track record of surprising and delighting guests to provide exceptional service
- Able to work within a team.
- Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure.
- To be detail-oriented
- Distinctive, professional and warm personality
Company description
Raffles London at The OWO and The OWO Residences by Raffles is the brand’s first opening in London. Raffles operates a 120 room and suites flagship hotel at the iconic Old War Office building along with a collection of 85 exceptional branded residences at this landmark destination on Whitehall.
Its transformative journey has seen the building reborn as The OWO, a destination including 12 distinct restaurants and bars, an immersive spa with a 20-metre indoor pool and separate vitality pool, and a 600 seated-capacity grand ballroom.
The OWO Residences by Raffles is the first in the UK and Europe and will ensure the service hallmarks of Raffles - gracious and intuitive staff, personalised attention, and a timeless ambience – will be delivered seamlessly to residential owners. Located opposite Horse Guards on Whitehall, the property is a stone’s throw from St James’s Park and the Mall.
Award-Winning Excellence at Raffles London at The OWO :
- The Good Spa Guide, Best New Spa 2023.
- The Tatler Travel Guide, Hotel of the Year 2024.
- Worlds Best New Hotel (world top 50) 2024.
- 13th Best Hotel In the World 2024.
- 3 Michelin Keys - 2025
- 1 Michelin Star - Restaurant Mauro Colagreco - 2025
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