How to hire a bellman

How to hire a bellman, step by step

Here's a step-by-step bellman hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a bellman job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new bellman
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a bellman, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

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   A bellman's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, bellmen from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list presents bellman salaries for various positions.

   Type of Bellman	Description	Hourly rate
   Bellman		$8-25
   Door Person	A Door Person stands guard at the entrance of buildings such as hotels and offices, mainly to greet and assist guests and visitors in a courteous manner. Aside from opening and closing doors, a Door Person also participates in implementing security protocols, checking identification, looking out for suspicious activities, and patrolling areas while coordinating with the security staff... Show more	$12-59
   Baggage Handler	Baggage handlers are skilled employees who are responsible for loading and unloading travelers' baggage and other cargo at airports. These handlers are required to handle weighty baggage and cargo by operating conveyor belts, tugs, and tow tractors... Show more	$10-37

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Front Desk
   • Guest Rooms
   • Guest Luggage
   • Hotel Guests
   • Cleanliness
   • Customer Service
   • Guest Service
   • Shuttle Bus
   • Escort Guests
   • Open Doors
   • Hotel Services
   • Guest Satisfaction
   • Hotel Facilities
   • Room Amenities

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   Responsibilities:

   • Process cash and credit transactions through POS system.
   • Greet and assist guest with luggage and groceries.
   • Provide special assistance for VIP guests such as room deliveries, shuttle services, and ski storage.
   • Assist guests and other departments with the delivery of luggage, faxes, VIP errands, etc.
   • Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation and organization of assign work areas including lobby lounge area and lobby restrooms as needed.
   • Maintain lobby area communicating cleanliness or engineering issues with the department concern.

   More bellman duties

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your bellman job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A bellman salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, bellmen' average salary in oregon is 49% less than in north dakota.
   • Seniority. Entry-level bellmen earn 65% less than senior-level bellmen.
   • Certifications. A bellman with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a bellman's salary.

   Average bellman salary

   $14.85hourly

   $30,889 yearly

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   Entry-level bellman salary

   $18,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 14, 2025

   Average bellman salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Pennsylvania	$38,879	$19
   2	Michigan	$33,337	$16
   3	Rhode Island	$33,104	$16
   4	California	$32,431	$16
   5	Ohio	$30,173	$15
   6	District of Columbia	$28,988	$14
   7	Nevada	$27,299	$13
   8	Illinois	$26,779	$13
   9	Colorado	$26,300	$13
   10	New Mexico	$25,634	$12
   11	Virginia	$25,548	$12
   12	Washington	$23,951	$12
   13	Missouri	$23,806	$11
   14	Texas	$23,225	$11
   15	Arizona	$23,150	$11
   16	Montana	$22,268	$11
   17	Tennessee	$21,830	$11
   18	Georgia	$21,573	$10
   19	Florida	$21,488	$10
   20	Louisiana	$20,517	$10

   Average bellman salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Crescent Heights	$170,921	$82.17
   2	HEI Hotels & Resorts	$32,800	$15.77	5
   3	Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants	$32,660	$15.70	9
   4	Remote	$30,802	$14.81
   5	Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts	$30,514	$14.67	9
   6	Hyatt Hotels	$30,254	$14.55	27
   7	Propark Mobility	$30,248	$14.54	1
   8	LAZ Parking	$30,117	$14.48	1
   9	Aramark	$30,019	$14.43	1
   10	del Lago Resort & Casino	$29,474	$14.17
   11	SPI Inc	$29,334	$14.10
   12	Fairmont Schools	$29,168	$14.02	8
   13	Noble House Hotels & Resorts	$28,651	$13.77	4
   14	Sebasco Harbor Resort	$28,605	$13.75
   15	Tulalip Resort Casino	$28,405	$13.66
   16	Livunltd	$28,207	$13.56	1
   17	Montage Hotels & Resorts	$27,580	$13.26	17
   18	Crowne Plaza Chicago Metro	$27,143	$13.05
   19	Auberge Resorts Collection	$26,874	$12.92	9
   20	Marriott International	$26,796	$12.88	85

4. Writing a bellman job description

   A bellman job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of a bellman job description:

   Bellman job description example

   Immediately Hiring for Bellman
   
   A Bellman's responsibility includes escorting arriving and departing guests in a friendly and courteous manner to and from their accommodations, transporting and handling luggage. They must maintain a high level of customer service and use extreme care when handling guest belongings.
   
   You will...:
   Read and match luggage tags, write claim tickets and detach portion to give to guest
   Escort customers to accommodations, visually inspect room and respond to any guest requests.
   Organize and store luggage as necessary in a designated area
   Answer questions and offer assistance giving accurate information regarding all hotel service to the guests
   Knowledgeable of the area around resort
   
   You have...:
   Excellent verbal communication skills
   At least 18 years of age
   Must be able to push heavy, bulky luggage carts
   Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs.
   Must be able to meet appearance guidelines listed below
   Must be able to work in outside weather conditions
   Must be able to work a variety of shifts including AM shifts, PM shifts, weekends and holidays
   
   Appearance Guidelines
   
   Employees are expected at all times to present a professional business-like image, even when working behind the scenes. It is the policy of the Company that each employee's dress, grooming, and personal hygiene should be appropriate to the work situation and be consistent with the Company's business standards.
   
   With the exception of a fully-grown mustache, beard, or goatee all men must be clean shaven.
   Facial hair must be neatly trimmed at one-fourth of an inch in length and may not present an unkempt appearance.
   No visible tattoos or body piercings are allowed. Any tattoos must be covered by your uniform or other means agreed upon by management.
   Clean & well-maintained approved uniforms must be worn on shift
   Additional requirements as specified by management
   
   While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers and to communicate with customers and fellow employees. The employee is frequently required to sit; reach with hands and arms; stand; walk. The employee is also frequently required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch. In addition, the employee is required to of twist, turn, stretch, and bend on a frequent basis. The employee must be able to lift and move up to 75 pounds regularly. The employee must be able to move in a relatively quick manner. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Peripheral vision and Ability to adjust focus.
   
   ________________________________________
   
   SP+ is an equal opportunity employer committed in policy and practice to recruit, hire, train, and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability or other classes protected by federal or state law. SP+ does not tolerate harassment of or retaliation against any employee or applicant on the basis of these characteristics, or because the individual exercised his or her EEO rights.

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right bellman for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your bellman job on Zippia to find and recruit bellman candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Recruiting bellmen requires you to bring your A-game to the interview process. The first interview should introduce the company and the role to the candidate as much as they present their background experience and reasons for applying for the job. During later interviews, you can go into more detail about the technical details of the job and ask behavioral questions to gauge how they'd fit into your current company culture.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new bellman

   Once you have selected a candidate for the bellman position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new bellman. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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