Overnight Valet Attendant

Overnight Valet Attendant

Passionate about cars and providing excellent customer service? Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity in the hospitality industry that offers flexibility and growth? If so, you might be the perfect candidate for our Overnight Valet Attendant position at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Buffalo!

As a Valet Attendant for our hotel, you will move and park guest vehicles promptly and in a courteous manner using safe driving practices. Details of the role are included in the full job description below.

Please note typical hours of this shift are 10:00pm - 7:00am. This role requires weekend and holiday availability. This is a part-time position with variable hours based on availability and business needs. Flexibility with scheduling is essential to meet the needs of our hotel operations.

WHY WORK FOR US?

In the hospitality business, our focus is on making a difference in the lives of our guests and employees. We care about the well-being of our employees and offer: a competitive salary and benefits package, a supportive and fun work environment, opportunities for training and career advancement, robust employee discounts, rewards and more!

COMPANY INFORMATION

Embassy Suites Buffalo is a beautiful 182-all suite room hotel located at the stunning Avant building which also boasts upscale and sky-high condominiums, Class A office space and world-class cuisine from local restaurants. Located in the heart of Downtown Buffalo, Avant is in the middle of the financial, government and entertainment districts. With spectacular views spanning from Niagara Falls to the hills of the Southern Tier, Embassy Suites at Avant offers unparalleled amenities, exceptional service and a remarkable location.

Embassy Suites Buffalo is a supportive work environment where associates work hard to put the needs of our guests first. Embassy Suites hires friendly, helpful and courteous individuals who will make our guests feel comfortable and want to return again and again. By putting guests first, we've created an open, friendly place to work where honesty, mutual respect, teamwork and high standards are valued.

We are currently looking for individuals who embrace the hospitality culture and are looking for a professional career and growth in the industry.

Valet Attendant Job Description

Job SummaryThe Overnight Valet Attendant is primarily responsible for transporting guest vehicles in a prompt and courteous manner to and from the parking structure using safe driving practices. The Valet Attendant also provides general front of house and guest services to ensure smooth operations in the parking area and hotel lobby, including cleaning and trash removal when necessary.

Education and Experience: Valid driver's license, evidence of insurability, and clean driving record required. High School Degree or equivalent preferred. Employment experience in the hospitality industry preferred. CPR certification and/or First Aid training preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Ability to arrive to work on time when scheduled and maintain an alert and attentive demeanor during all shifts. Ability to read, write, listen, and communicate and effectively in English. Ability to safely operate vehicles with automatic or standard transmissions. Strong customer service orientation and ability to communicate with empathy, defuse emotions, problem solve, and make sound decisions to resolve issues. Sufficient manual dexterity and ability to lift, carry, or otherwise transport luggage. Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry, or otherwise move or push packages, bags, and luggage on a hand truck, cart, or other wheeled assistance. Ability to effectively use hotel computer software and record-keeping systems. Ability to operate in a 7-day per week, 24-hour per day business setting.

Physical Demands & Work Environment: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Constant movement, alternating between sitting, standing, walking, and climbing stairs. Frequent speaking, listening, and near and far vision required. Frequent reaching and grasping with hands and arms. Frequent exposure to moderate noise levels. Occasional lifting up to 75 lbs. and pushing/pulling up to 500 lbs. with wheeled assistance. Occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.

Uniland Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. No visa sponsorship is available for this position.