About this Doorman - Soho House New York role at Soho House & Co.
The role...
At Soho House, the Doorman is often the first and last person our members and guests interact with, making the role an important part of creating a warm, welcoming and memorable experience.
The Doorman is responsible for providing a polished and professional arrival and departure experience for members and guests. From opening doors and offering a warm welcome to assisting with luggage, providing directions and supporting the safe and smooth operation of the House, this role is all about delivering the level of service expected from a world-class hotel while creating an atmosphere that feels distinctly Soho House.
Main Duties...
- Welcome members, guests and visitors warmly upon arrival and offer a friendly farewell when they leave.
- Open doors and assist guests entering and exiting the House.
- Assist with luggage, bags and other belongings when required.
- Provide guests with helpful information, including directions, transportation options and general information about the House and surrounding area.
- Work closely with the Front Desk, Membership and House teams to ensure a seamless arrival experience.
- Monitor the entrance and surrounding area, maintaining awareness of who is entering and leaving the House.
- Support with access control and security procedures when required, ensuring only authorized members, guests and visitors enter the House.
- Assist with managing vehicle arrivals, taxis and other transportation in a safe and efficient manner.
- Remain visible, approachable and attentive at all times, ready to assist guests with any questions or requests.
- Handle guest interactions with discretion, professionalism and a calm, composed manner.
- Report any concerns, incidents or unusual activity to the appropriate manager.
- Maintain a clean, organized and welcoming entrance area at all times.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues across the House to deliver an exceptional member and guest experience.
Experience Required...
- Previous experience as a Doorman, Bellman, Concierge, Front of House or in a luxury hotel or hospitality environment is preferred.
- A naturally warm, welcoming and personable approach.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- A professional and polished appearance.
- The ability to remain calm, attentive and composed in a busy environment.
- A strong sense of awareness and good judgment, with the ability to handle situations discreetly and appropriately.
- Someone who enjoys being around people and takes pride in making a great first impression.
- A willingness to support the wider team and step in wherever needed.
- Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends and holidays.
- Security license required.
Why work with us...
Soho House offers competitive compensation packages that feature global benefits and perks. Whether you’re seeking entry-level employment or a new opportunity to expand your profession, we offer training to develop the technical and managerial skills necessary to enhance your career.
- Health Care + 401K: Full time employees are eligible for full benefits; Medical, Dental & Vision as well as Retirement fund with a 2% match
- Paid Time Off: Full- Time Employees have sick day's + vacation days
- Career Development: Soho House can progress your career domestically or internationally as well as managerially or technically
- Soho Impact: Empowering the Soho House Community to make positive change, through mentoring, apprenticeship, local outreach and sustainability
- Learning & Development: An extensive range of internally and externally run courses are available for all employees.
- Cookhouse & House Tonic: Celebrating our passion for food and drink. Check out our monthly calendars and get involved in trips, training's and events. Available to all.
- Team Events: From fitness sessions to cinema screenings and art classes, each month we hold a series of fun events which you can sign up to.
- Team Meal: Whilst on duty in our Houses & Restaurants you will be provided with a substantial meal free of charge.