Baggage Porters & Bellhops
Code: 39-6011.00
Zone 2
Median Annual Salary
£37,080
Range: £27,040 - £51,600
Preparation & Education
Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed
Job Zone 2
Industry Outlook
Below Average
New job opportunities are less likely in the future.
Role Overview & What They Do
Handle baggage for travelers at transportation terminals or for guests at hotels or similar establishments.
Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)
Bell Captain
Bell Person
Bellhop
Bellman
Bellperson
Doorman
Ground Support Agent
Sky Cap
Skycap
Valet
Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks
- Receive and mark baggage by completing and attaching claim checks.
- Greet incoming guests and escort them to their rooms.
- Transport guests about premises and local areas, or arrange for transportation.
Technology, Tools & Software Stack
Office suite software
Corel WordPerfect Office Suite
Microsoft Office software
Spreadsheet software
Microsoft Excel
Electronic mail software
Microsoft Outlook
Core Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Basic Skills
listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions
talking to others
Problem Solving
noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it
Business
customer service
Arts and Humanities
English language
Safety and Government
public safety and security
Transportation
movement of people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road
Verbal
communicate by speaking
listen and understand what people say
Attention
do two or more things at the same time
pay attention to something without being distracted
Endurance
exercise for a long time without getting out of breath
Personality & Work Styles
Top Interest: Realistic
People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.
Key Work Styles:
Social Orientation
Cooperation
Dependability
Integrity
Optimism
Empathy
Frequently Asked Questions About Baggage Porters & Bellhops
In the UK, the median annual salary for a Baggage Porters & Bellhops is £37,080. Starting salaries (10th percentile) typically begin around £27,040, while highly experienced professionals (90th percentile) can earn upwards of £51,600 depending on location and experience.
Entry as a Baggage Porters & Bellhops typically aligns with Job Zone 2 (Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed). Usually requires a high school diploma or GED, though some careers may not.
Essential skills and tooling for a Baggage Porters & Bellhops include: Corel WordPerfect Office Suite, Microsoft Office software, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.
New job opportunities are less likely in the future. (Industry demand rating: Below Average).
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Salary Distribution
10th Percentile (Entry):
£27,040
Median Annual (Average):
£37,080
90th Percentile (Senior):
£51,600
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