Job Description
New Holgate Hotel
We are developing something very special in York and will be spending £2m on buying and refurbishing the property at 106-108 Holgate Road and turning it into a stylish boutique hotel, New Holgate.
Our Mission
We promise 12 stunning and individually designed rooms as well as dining options for both guests and local residents. Overnight stays will range from £200 to £300, with options including Double Suites, Luxury Suites and Family Suites with hot chocolate machines and gaming stations.
We are reimagining hospitality internationally, creating great ROI, driving commerciality with creativity and innovation. We put service at the heart of everything we do, partner with local suppliers, all within a 20-mile radius, we have 1GB broadband across the building, we are fully sustainable and strive to cut our carbon footprint to zero.
Located with private parking, in the residential area of Holgate, the hotel is within walking distance of the train station, York Racecourse and many of York’s leading attractions.
Employee Benefits
As well as being rewarded with fantastic benefits, training and development, you'll be joining one of the UK’s up and coming hotel brands which also operates across the serviced accommodation market in the great City of York.
- Discounted Friends and Family rates
- A range of development and apprenticeship programmes
- We’re committed to your development and progression with lots of promotion opportunities
- You’ll get all meals on duty
- Uniform provided
- We’re big on all things reward and recognition and celebrate success throughout the year
- Commitment to your health, mental health and well-being
- Flexible working arrangements
- Refer a friend incentives to influence your earning potential.
- A sleek, urban hideout nestled directly in the heart of Holgate, York, New Holgate is perfect for international travellers and those who want to be able to dip into the experiences of York without being on-top of everything.
- New Holgate also offers 5 event spaces including a private screening room, whisky bar, private dining room / boardroom, meeting room (for 24 people) and the garden for events.
Night Porter
As ‘Night Porter’ you’ll be on the front line, delivering on our mission!
You’ll understand the importance of a fantastic first and last impression to the happiness of our guests. You’ll be a passionate leader with the ability to inspire, motivate, and support your team to meet your financial goals and keep your departments running smoothly. You’ll have high standards when it comes to guest experience and brand standards and you’ll take ownership and pride in your work.
Key duties
- Support the Night Manager with the leadership of the Nights department
- Complete Night audit duties
- Be aware and able to enforce all fire safety procedures
- Dealing with complaints, problem-solving, disturbances, special requests and any other issues that may arise
- Customer service
- Administration and Technology savvy, including PMS and Merchant Account
- Available to work when the team and customer needs you most
You will have a strong hospitality background, preferably with the benefit of a training program from a similar luxury hotel, have the passion and energy for a challenge and be solutions oriented.
You will never falter on striving for exceptional quality and standards. You’ll have a love for delivering amazing customer service as well as leading and motivating your team.
You’ll be personable with excellent communication skills and have high expectations of yourself and others. You’ll demonstrate your passion by effortlessly engaging with guests, delivering on your promises and inspiring those around you.
New Holgate is looking for enthusiastic, driven individuals to join our team and develop personally, as we develop as a brand. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome veterans into our business.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Part-time hours: 40 per week
Salary: £11.00-£12.00 per hour
Benefits:
Schedule:
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- York: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: One location