A doorman (also called porter in UK English) is an individual hired to provide courtesy and security services at a residential building or hotel. They are particularly common in urban luxury highrises. At a residential building, a doorman is responsible for opening doors and screening visitors and deliveries. He will often provide other courtesy services such as signing for packages, carrying luggage between the elevator and the street, or hailing taxis for residents and guests. In New York City, doormen and elevator operators are unionized. They last went on strike in 1991, and another strike was narrowly averted in 2006.

[edit] History

The profession dates back at least to the time of Plautus under the Roman Republic where its name was iānitor (from iānua, 'door', the root of both January and janitor).

[edit] See also

• Bouncer (doorman)
• Caretaker
• Concierge
• Receptionist

[edit] External links

• Doorman Services Overview of a doorman service

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