Butler

Company Description
A surprising, chic merging of Asian style with an Egyptian aesthetic, Raffles Dubai is a 5-star luxury hotel perfectly positioned in the heart of the city, delivering impeccable service and sophisticated style.

Job Description

Job Summary/Purpose:
The Butler acts as a point of contact for the guest during their stay, assisting with any arrangements or requests of the guests and provides personalized service to ensure a flawless and memorable experience through the Raffles touch.

Key Areas:

1. Knowledge
2. Service
3. Operations
4. Leadership
5. Values

Special Note:
The attached key areas, responsibilities, and activities reflect the items considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Knowledge
• To have thorough knowledge of all SOP's for Butler Service department
• To have thorough knowledge of local rules and regulations
• To have accurate knowledge of different room categories, private bar items and reading Opera PMS reports
• Being knowledgeable on answering and directing phone calls
• To have basic knowledge of PMS reports for daily task functions and online platforms used for task delegation
• To be fully aware of Raffles Brand Standards and Values, have thorough knowledge on LQA, Forbes and similar quality-oriented standards
• To adhere to Butler's standards and procedures and enforce the same
• Service
• Foster Raffles Values; Excellence, Respect, Integrity, Caring
• Internalize Raffles Brand personality; Charming, Graceful, Thoughtful, Welcoming
• Go the extra mile to make sure every guest's needs are not just met, but exceeded.
• Assist and support team members and other departments in order to ensure a smooth operation
• Create relationships with employees that are based on open and sincere communication which leads to building long-lasting trustful relationships
• Never fail the Top 5 Service Excellence: Look at me, Smile at me, Talk to me, Listen to me, Thank me
• Operations
• Corresponds with guests for any requests or preferences prior to, during, and following their stays.
• Regularly attends department line-ups and meetings to communicate any pertinent information and to assist in any needed activity.
• Attends training sessions, performing related duties and special projects assigned as required.
• Manages and exceeds guest expectations
• Handles and reports guest complaints to shift in-charge.
• Inspects arrival rooms to make sure all standards are met.
• Inspects occupied rooms to deliver the Raffles touch by providing proactive personalized service and exceeding expectations.
• Keeps track of all due out and stay-over DND rooms
• Cleans, maintains and ensures the upkeep of guest minibars and butler minibar storerooms and reports any maintenance faults
• Ensures all unattended valuables and inside guest rooms are noted and Butler Administration Officer is informed about the same.
• Communicates with Private Dining on a regular basis to ensure amenities, guest preferences and other such points are taken care of and carried out flawlessly.
• Practices up-selling of the hotel products and facilities.
• Ensures that repeat and long-stay guests are greeted regularly and the profiles are updated.
• Provides in-room check-ins and room orientations for guest comfort
• Decorates rooms for kids and special occasion rooms and provides special attention to such reservations.
• Realizes the multi-cultural nature of guest profiles and provides personalized service accordingly.
• Takes regular inventories of all items and informs butler admin supervisor for any fresh stocks required.
• Ensures smooth handover of daily activities to the next shift.
• Provides additional services such as laundry, packing, and shoe shine service and ensures that special preferences of all guests are taken into consideration.
• Values
• Respect: We respect each individual and the environment in which we operate.
• Excellence: We make genuine connections, and we cherish every opportunity to make the people around us feel special.
• Belonging: We celebrate our differences. We support each other and we always stand together.
• Empowerment: We have the authority to take initiative and anticipate moments that create unforgettable experiences.
• Integrity: We build trust through mutual respect and being authentic.

Qualifications

CHARACTERISTICS REQUIRED - PHYSICAL

• Neat appearance
• Articulate
• Good Posture

CHARACTERISTICS REQUIRED - LANGUAGES

• Oral and written fluency in English
• Local language

DESIRABLE

• Other languages

CHARACTERISTICS REQUIRED - QUALIFICATIONS/TRAINING

• University Degree
• Housekeeping, Food and Beverage or/and Guest Relations knowledge

DESIRABLE

• Knowledge of Opera Property Management System

CHARACTERISTICS REQUIRED - WORK EXPERIENCE

• At least 2 years of experience in a similar capacity role.

DESIRABLE

• 3 or more years experience in a similar role

CHARACTERISTICS REQUIRED - DISPOSITION

• Leadership
• Relationships
• Character
• Potential

ESSENTIAL

• Ability to motivate and lead
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail
• Multitasking

Additional Information
Raffles Dubai Sheikh Rashid Road, Wafi 121800 Dubai, United Arab Emirates