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Valet Attendant - Ritz Carlton Pentagon City

Job Overview

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Benefits

accident insurance
critical illness insurance
Hospital Indemnity insurance
Telemedicine benefits
401k retirement savings plan

Job Description

Towne Park is a leading hospitality services company dedicated to creating exceptional experiences that bring smiles to millions of patients, visitors, and guests. With a commitment to delivering compassionate service, Towne Park stands out by not only providing valet and parking management but fostering a culture where every interaction matters. The company embraces a mission to make every day an opportunity to brighten someone else's day, whether that's easing the anxiety of a patient and their family, welcoming a guest in a new city, or supporting a team member. Towne Park believes that making an impact through genuine hospitality can transform routine services into memorable moments for guests and clients alike. Towne Park's work environment is dynamic, inclusive, and dedicated to personal and professional growth. The company prioritizes fair and competitive compensation that reflects candidates' experience, skills, education, and location. Though seasonal and temporary roles are an important part of the workforce, permanent employees at Towne Park benefit from health-related insurance options and a 401k retirement savings plan, affirming the company’s commitment to employee well-being and long-term success.

The Guest Service Associate role is vital in representing Towne Park's hospitality values by providing attentive, friendly, and efficient service to all guests. This position is responsible for crucial tasks that directly influence guest satisfaction such as parking and retrieving vehicles safely, assisting with luggage, and providing helpful local information including directions, reservations, and transportation options. A Guest Service Associate also ensures the clear communication of parking rates and retrieval procedures to guests, maintains detailed ticket and key information, and performs revenue collection when necessary. Physical activity is a key component of this role, requiring stamina to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and the capability to handle luggage and other items that may require lifting up to 100 pounds occasionally. Guest Service Associates must demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, upholding a professional and courteous demeanor with guests and team members alike. The role involves operating with established procedures, making critical operational decisions, and ensuring that valet services are conducted with safety and efficiency in mind. Towne Park values associates who embrace their responsibility with enthusiasm, accuracy, and pride, understanding that every vehicle parked and every guest interaction contributes to a memorable customer experience. Overall, this role offers a rewarding career opportunity for individuals passionate about hospitality and customer service, seeking to make a real impact in a respected company dedicated to serving diverse communities with excellence.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Valid driver’s license for the applicable state or nearby commuting area
  • Ability to read, write and comprehend English
  • Ability to perform basic math operations
  • Ability to operate manual transmission vehicle (highly desirable)
  • Physical ability to lift up to 100 pounds occasionally
  • Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
  • Ability to travel up to 5 percent
  • Ability to interact professionally with guests and colleagues

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
  • Valid driver’s license for the state or commutable area
  • One month related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services
  • Ability to read and write standard English
  • Ability to comprehend and write simple correspondence and memos
  • Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group settings
  • Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division with American money
  • Ability to understand 24 hour and military time systems
  • Ability to understand rates applicable to time passed
  • Ability to operate manual transmission is highly desirable
  • Ability to perform parallel parking

Job Duties

  • Maintain pleasant, friendly and professional demeanor with all guests, co-workers, and clients
  • Acknowledge and greet guests within five feet with a professional and friendly demeanor
  • Use guest last names during interactions
  • Use salutation of the day and welcome guests to the location
  • Practice proper Towne Park phone etiquette
  • Post up in designated areas when not completing tasks
  • Park and retrieve vehicles while driving slowly and cautiously
  • Assist guests with bell services and luggage storage as needed
  • Open all vehicle and hotel doors for guests
  • Assist guests with directions, taxis, reservations and other inquiries
  • Provide guests with information about outlets, meeting rooms and/or amenities of the facility as well as main attractions in the area
  • Deliver messages, items and/or guest amenities as requested
  • Shuttle guests to appropriate approved locations
  • Explain parking rates and retrieval procedures to guests upon arrival
  • Issue claim checks only after receiving vehicle keys and collect claim checks from all guests prior to issuing keys
  • Complete and maintain all ticket information including key tag, guest folio, location of vehicle, damage survey and claim check receipt
  • Complete location on all key tags after parking vehicle
  • Calculate and collect revenue for vehicles when needed

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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