Conference and Events Porter Nights

About us

Principal York are looking for a Night Conference and Events Porter

Principal York being steps from the train station and is the perfect base from which to discover the historic city of York. Blending the grandeur of late-Victorian architecture with the comforts of modern travel, at Principal York offers we offer our guests the warmest welcome this side of the Pennines. Our hotel and teams combined, make the Principal York more than just a place to sleep. It is a place of memories.   

We are always looking for a talented and enthusiastic team member to join our Conference and Events Team as a full time Night Porter working 40 hours per week.

We are paying £11.00 per hour, every hour worked paid!

The Night Conference & Events Porter role involves a range of duties, including ensuring conference and events rooms are set up to a high standard according to guest requirements before they arrive, being ready to help to make sure the event runs smoothly on the day. From syndicate rooms to conferences, exhibitions private banqueting/dinners and weddings you will ensure all of our conferences and events are set and ready for they guests arrive. Ensuring all tasks are carried out in an efficient, professional, and friendly way at all times.

What we need from you

Our people help to make the biggest difference - If you enjoy variety and are at your best when being part of a team as well as being passionate about delivering excellent guest service through delivering high-quality food & beverages to all guests, this role is for you.

It’s important to remember your importance and reason for completing each job- Our guests! From taking and delivering an order, dealing with customer transaction, or dealing with guest queries.

You’ll be called upon to complete a wide variety of tasks and jobs within the hotel and it’s extremely important that you remain flexible and versatile around this. This is a full guest facing role, where you play a vital part in delivering a fantastic guest experience and it’s important to remain friendly approachable and be the best version of you whenever you come in to contact with one of our guests.

Main Duties and Responsibilities of Conference & Events Porter you will be:

• A Night Owl !
• Set up meeting rooms as per guest requirements to meet company standards
• Clear down and clean meeting rooms after use
• Assist with banqueting set ups
• Store and maintain conference equipment
• Respond to the changing needs of the conference organisers in a timely manner
• Carry out ‘Ad hoc’ duties given to you by the duty Manager.
• Making sure coffee machines are set and ready
• To be willing to learn new things and work as part of a wide hotel team
• This position reports to the C&B Manager

What we offer

What’s in for you as a Night Conference and Event Porter (just in case you need more persuading)

Not bragging but we are part of the IHG hotels and Resort family, FTSE 100 Company, market leader in delivering True Hospitality for Good around the world.

• £11.00 per hour plus great IHG perks!
• 28 days holiday each year, including bank holidays, this increases up to a maximum of 33 days (Pro Rated) 
• Worldwide employee and friends & family hotel room rates
• Discounts on retail and various activities through our benefit portal
• Employee assistance programme 24/7
• Recognition programmes
• Opportunities for career progression and to transfer around the world
• Meals whilst on duty
• Opportunities to get involved in our charitable and community activities
• Most importantly, we’ll help you grow, and develop you as an individual

Do you have what it takes? We’d love to hear from you.

Please click ‘apply’ now! 

You must meet the legal requirements to work in the UK.