Security Officer (3rd Shift) - Palmer House Hilton
Company
Hilton
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
26.12 an hour
Posted
6 days ago
Via
via ZipRecruiter
Job Description
The Palmer House a Hilton Hotel is looking for a dedicated and ambitious Security Officer to join the Overnight Security Team!
You can apply in minutes, right from your phone! - A Hilton Recruiter Will Reach Out To You
Benefits
• Medical Insurance Coverage - For you and your Family,
• Mental health resources including Employee Assistance Program.
• Best-in-Class Paid Vacation, Holidays, Personal Days, and Wellness Day.
• Go Hilton travel program: 100 nights of discounted travel.
• Debt-Free Education: Team members will have access to a wide variety of education, including: college degrees and professional certifications* Pension plan to help save for your retirement.
• Hilton Shares: Out employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - you can purchase Hilton shares at a 15 percent discount.
• Career Growth and development,
• Team Member Resource Groups.
• Recognition and rewards programs.
• Available benefits may vary depending upon property-specific terms and conditions of employment and the terms of the collective bargaining agreement if applicable.
Pay Rate: $26.12 per hour
What will I be doing?
As a Security Officer, you would be responsible for ensuring the safety of guests and team members and the security of the hotel and property in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:
• Patrol the interior of and the perimeter of the hotel and the property to observe and identify potential safety risks, security risks and undesirable conditions
• Respond to emergency situations including, but not limited to, safety hazards, fires, medical emergencies and threats to life and/or property
• Promote safe work practices
• Initiates preliminary investigations into incidents, as needed
• Writes reports and ensures accuracy of necessary documentation, as needed
• Respond to guest inquiries and requests and resolve guest issues in a timely, friendly and efficient manner
What are we looking for?
Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:
• Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
• Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
• Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
• Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
• Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline
In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:
• Quality
• Productivity
• Dependability
• Customer Focus
• Adaptability
What will it be like to work for Hilton?
Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!
You can apply in minutes, right from your phone! - A Hilton Recruiter Will Reach Out To You
Benefits
• Medical Insurance Coverage - For you and your Family,
• Mental health resources including Employee Assistance Program.
• Best-in-Class Paid Vacation, Holidays, Personal Days, and Wellness Day.
• Go Hilton travel program: 100 nights of discounted travel.
• Debt-Free Education: Team members will have access to a wide variety of education, including: college degrees and professional certifications* Pension plan to help save for your retirement.
• Hilton Shares: Out employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - you can purchase Hilton shares at a 15 percent discount.
• Career Growth and development,
• Team Member Resource Groups.
• Recognition and rewards programs.
• Available benefits may vary depending upon property-specific terms and conditions of employment and the terms of the collective bargaining agreement if applicable.
Pay Rate: $26.12 per hour
What will I be doing?
As a Security Officer, you would be responsible for ensuring the safety of guests and team members and the security of the hotel and property in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:
• Patrol the interior of and the perimeter of the hotel and the property to observe and identify potential safety risks, security risks and undesirable conditions
• Respond to emergency situations including, but not limited to, safety hazards, fires, medical emergencies and threats to life and/or property
• Promote safe work practices
• Initiates preliminary investigations into incidents, as needed
• Writes reports and ensures accuracy of necessary documentation, as needed
• Respond to guest inquiries and requests and resolve guest issues in a timely, friendly and efficient manner
What are we looking for?
Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:
• Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
• Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
• Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
• Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
• Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline
In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:
• Quality
• Productivity
• Dependability
• Customer Focus
• Adaptability
What will it be like to work for Hilton?
Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!
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