Bellhops are important members of the staff at large hotels and luxury resorts. Among many other important guest-service responsibilities, they open doors, transport luggage, and deliver messages. Because most employers will hire bellhops with little or no experience and only a high school diploma, the job is popular among young people and those returning to work after a long break. A person who wants to work as a bellhop can do their research online and in person, fill out applications, and write detailed resumes. He or she can also improve his or her chances of finding work becoming acquainted with nearattractions and facilities and cultivating a friendly, helpful demeanor.
In most cases, becoming a bellhop necessitates being physically fit enough to stand for long periods of time and carry heavy luggage to and from guests’ rooms. Because most bellhops are in charge of greeting guests, directing them to check-in desks, and assisting them in getting to their rooms, it’s also important to be well-spoken and friendly. Hotel guests who are unfamiliar with a city may ask bellhops how to get to certain popular destinations, so a person’s chances of landing a job can be improved doing extensive research on the area. An employee should be able to provide accurate directions as well as restaurant and entertainment recommendations.
A person interested in becoming a bellhop can look for job openings in his or her area looking through newspaper ads and online job search sites. Even if they are not actively hiring, it is a good idea to visit as many hotels as possible and fill out applications so that employers have an application on hand in the event of a future job opening. Because most hotel managers will contact previous employers to confirm information, it is critical to be thorough and honest about job history on an application. A potential bellhop can include an attractive resume with his or her application to provide additional information. Relevant customer service experience and skills should be highlighted on a resume.
If a person is successful in landing a bellhop interview, he or she can prepare responses to common questions about strengths, weaknesses, and career objectives. To make a good first impression with a potential employer, you should dress and groom yourself well, arrive on time, and be friendly. To ensure that the job is a good fit, the interviewee usually has the opportunity to ask questions about schedules, wages, and specific job duties.
Because extensive education, training, and experience are not required, most bellhop jobs are considered entry-level. As a result, wages are low. However, working hard and pursuing advancement opportunities, a person who is able to become a bellhop can still make a good living. In most countries, it is customary for guests to tip bellhops for a job well done, so hard work and enthusiasm are frequently rewarded. Most large hotels have supervisory bell captain positions available, and a bellhop who demonstrates strong leadership and direction may be promoted over time.