Mandarin speaking Butler for Silversea Cruises
Silversea
V.Ships Leisure is looking for Mandarin speaking Butler on behalf of Silversea Cruises. Responsible to deliver high quality, efficient, individualized and technically excellent in-suite valet and F&B service in accordance with Company Policies and strictly upholding any Public Health standards and towards a goal of achieving total guest satisfaction. Reporting to the Chief Housekeeper, Butler Manager, Senior Butler and In-Suite Captain.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare assigned guest suites according to guest preferences and history
- Replenish in-suite amenities such as private bar, fruit basket, collaterals, and mail delivery
- Adhere to procedures for greeting and arrival, demonstrate proper use of in-suite equipment
- Coordinate and fulfill guests' needs and requirements, ensuring satisfaction
- Respond immediately to guest requests, enquiries, and complaints, following up efficiently
- Monitor customer satisfaction and take prompt action to rectify issues
- Maintain cleanliness and stock of crockery, cutlery, and glassware
- Clean suites, assist with turndown service and bed making with suite attendant
- Complete cleaning and restocking of suites before proceeding to next
- Coordinate guests' wet cleaning, laundry, and pressing collection and delivery
- Provide packing, unpacking, and wardrobe maintenance services
- Provide shoeshine and luggage handling services
- Assist in booking reservations for restaurants, spa, shore excursions, and private tours
- Report suite maintenance issues
- Manage in-suite F&B requirements including dining, afternoon tea, canapé service, and private parties
- Maintain knowledge of ship's facilities, ports of call, and services
- Act as a source of help and information to guests
- Maintain communication within Housekeeping and other departments
- Attend daily butler briefings and meetings
- Support suite attendants in in-suite services
- Record and update guest history files daily
- Follow up on departmental side duty assignments
- Ensure special attention for long staying or occasion celebrating guests
- Respect guest privacy and demonstrate discretion
- Carry out embarkation and disembarkation duties
- Assist with inventories and maintain cleanliness of pantries and lockers per Public Health Standards
- Follow Outbreak Response regulations and report faulty equipment
- Minimize breakage and wastage, follow proper garbage disposal
- Assist with training and induction of new personnel
- Attend training sessions to improve performance
- Adhere to Company's code of conduct and Standard Operating Procedures
- Incorporate Company service standards and personalized service
- Practice good people management and enforce uniform/grooming standards
- Use new applications and devices as required
- Minimize use of disposables per Company and Public Health standards
- All other duties assigned
Education/Experience/Qualifications:
- Advanced level of Chinese language
- Valid STCW95 certification
- Butler Service/Training Certification or equivalent experience
- Knowledge of Public Health policies and procedures
- Physically and medically fit
- Moral integrity
- Positive and approachable personality
- Punctual, proactive, adaptable, well organized, self-managed, motivated
- Effective, clear, and concise communication
- Respect for privacy and teamwork
- Knowledge of Safety Management System and MLC requirements
- Ability to live in close quarters and share space
- Well-groomed appearance
- High standard of performance
- Excellent fluent English (verbal and written); additional language skills an asset
- Good working knowledge of applications, smartphones, tablets