Butler

Minor International
Abu Dhabi
AED 60,000 - 120,000
Job description
  • To ensure continual source of information help and assistance to all guests.
  • Builds a rapport with the inhouse guests on the floor and maintain interaction to facilitate guest recognition and obtain information regarding their preferences.
  • Maintains and protects the privacy and security of inhouse guests.
  • Ensures all guests arrival and departure procedures are completed as defined in the Butler Services SOP manual.
  • Always ensures smooth operations.
  • Coordinates all operational departments to exceed guest expectations.
  • Takes full responsibility for all operating equipment and working tools.
  • Upsells spa and dining experiences within the hotel.
  • Handles guest feedback efficiently.
  • Employs discipline as required utilizing consistency, fairness, and respect within the framework of established guidelines.
  • Requires driving hotel buggies and passing the buggy driving test.
  • Keeps the immediate supervisor fully informed of all problems or unusual matters of significance.
  • Has a full comprehensive knowledge of the hotel including all departments, services, and outlets.
  • Ensures the butler pantries are maintained and operationally always prepared.
  • Maintains open line of communication and coordinates with related departments to ensure guest requests and complaints are handled effectively and efficiently.
  • Takes corrective actions when required to improve safety of all work areas.
  • Maintains clear and effective communication with other hotel departments to ensure guest requests are fulfilled.
  • Identifies and anticipates guests' needs and requirements.
  • Adheres to all policies and procedures as stated in the Butler Services SOP manual.
  • Reports on duty punctually and in accordance with the department duty roster.
  • Adheres at all times to the departmental grooming and uniform standards.
  • Adheres to all hotel and company policies and procedures.
  • Adheres to all hotel health and safety policies.
  • Establishes and maintains seamless interaction, cooperation, and communication with all guest services operations and hotel departments.
  • Has full understanding and is knowledgeable of all in-room services, amenities, and functions.
  • Is fully proficient and knowledgeable with the hotel operating system (Opera).
  • Ensures a full and complete shift handover.
  • Conducts daily standard and quality checks.
  • Makes and recommends to senior management any suggestions and ideas that could enhance guest and staff satisfaction and quality of service.
  • Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by senior management.
  • Assists in assuring all standard service procedures are adhered to and carried out in detail.
  • Ensures all arrival rooms are checked and ready prior to an arrival.
  • Ensures all amenities are in place as per remarks and profile of guest.
  • Offers welcome towels and serves welcome drinks to all guests on arrival.
  • Completes a full room orientation for the guest on arrival including assisting guests with their luggage.
  • Offers unpacking service on arrival and packing service for departure guests.
  • Responds to guest requests e.g., urgent laundry/pressing requirements.
  • Serves in-room dining service requests.
  • Attends to guest complaints of room facilities.
  • Offers shoeshine/laundry/pressing service.
  • Offers evening turndown service to guests preparing the room for a comfortable night's sleep.
  • Makes restaurant recommendations and reservations.
  • Ensures guest dietary restrictions or allergies are accommodated.
  • Assists with arranging transportation reservations and other concierge services.
  • Handles special requests such as arranging room decorations, special occasion celebrations, or in-room spa services.
  • Keeps accurate records of guest preferences and special instructions for future visits.
  • Constantly checks the appearance and cleanliness of the rooms and reports any maintenance issues or room deficiencies to the appropriate department.
  • Carries out specific duties or tasks assigned within a specific time frame.
  • Handles all discrepancies in billing of guests immediately. All discrepancies or voids should be countersigned with an acceptable explanation or brought to the attention of senior management.
  • Must be familiar with all company policies and procedures relevant to their position.
  • Must be fully versed in safety and emergency procedures.
  • Stays updated on hotel services, amenities, and promotions.
  • Participates in training programs to enhance skills and knowledge.
  • Maintains the highest levels of hygiene and cleanliness.

Qualifications :

Minimum 1 year experience in Butler role
Good communication skills
Attention to detail
Multitasking & Flexibility
Problem solving


Additional Information :

  • Prompt and courteous delivery of all orders maintaining a positive image through all guest contact and cleanliness of guest areas.
  • Assures total guest satisfaction in the service of food and beverage through the supervision of prompt and courteous delivery of all Restaurants and Room Service orders.
  • During shift ensures that guests are satisfied by assisting with serving, seating, and communication with kitchen, and strives to speak to all guests.
  • Assists in maintaining a highly motivated and well-trained staff.
  • Opens and closes shift in accordance with Managers Checklist.
  • Trains, maintains, and enforces all Anantara Service Standards.
  • Properly executes revenue and check control procedures on shift.
  • Maintains a safe and sanitary work environment for all Associates and guests.
  • Gathers and implements all proper tools for running shifts (i.e., schedules, floor plans, reservations, checks).
  • Finds solutions for problems such as call outs, last minute bookings, or any other daily problems that may arise.
  • Be on the floor during entire meal period and ensures adequate coverage.
  • Ensures that only a quality product is being served.
  • Maintains proper Associate uniform standards.
  • Manages an effective repair and maintenance program through the use of work orders, inspections, etc.
  • Exercises station rotation to ensure stations are distributed fairly. Handles daily Associate relations (i.e., scheduling, time adjustments, etc.).
  • Assists any Associate in his/her job performance when required to ensure guest satisfaction. Assists in implementing an effective training program for new and current associates.
  • Encourages problem solving by Associates through proper training and empowerment to ensure guest satisfaction.
  • Establishes effective communication with Associates to gain their trust and respect through hard work. Maintains fair and consistent counseling and/or disciplinary procedures in accordance with Anantara's Guarantee of Fair Treatment Policy.
  • Identifies and recommends incentive programs, new ideas, and methods of operation.

Remote Work :

No


Employment Type :

Fulltime

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