Job Description

Why Work at Marriott Tacoma Downtown?

At Marriott Tacoma Downtown, we don’t just offer jobs. We create opportunities to grow, connect, and thrive in a contemporary, people-first hospitality environment. Located in the heart of downtown Tacoma and connected to the Greater Tacoma Convention Center, our modern hotel places Curators at the center of the city’s vibrant arts, culture, dining, and entertainment scene.

Curators help create memorable experiences throughout the hotel, from welcoming guest rooms and locally inspired dining at The Greatroom to sophisticated meeting and celebration spaces, including the Chambers Bay Ballroom. With 13 event venues and the energy of downtown Tacoma just outside our doors, Marriott Tacoma Downtown offers an exciting setting to build a rewarding hospitality career while creating meaningful moments for every guest.

VALET / BELLMAN

DEPARTMENT: Front Office

REPORTS TO: Front Office Manager

STATUS: Non-Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY

Greeting and receiving customers with the highest quality customer service. Responsibilities include parking guest cars, assisting with luggage and belongings, and providing transportation in the Company vehicle. After parking the vehicle, the valet attendant will run back to their station and be prepared to assist the next patron.

PRIMARY JOB DUTIES:

• There are two different Valet Station locations, and our Valet associates may be scheduled at either location.
• Directs traffic of vehicles at hotel or restaurant entrance. Secures taxis/transportation for guests/visitors.
• Assists guests with luggage.
• Park and secure guest vehicles. Safely and securely park the guest car and provide the fastest possible return time.
• Responsible for recording the guest’s information on the valet ticket and the location/parking spot the car was parked. Must use the correct color of ticket (white for hotel, green for restaurant and blue for event) and properly advise the guest of any associated charge.
• Returns rental vehicles for guests.
• Completes errands/deliveries for guests.
• Answers questions about the hotel or restaurant, and surrounding areas.
• Transports guests to various areas in the Company vehicle within a 5-mile radius of the hotel.
• Provides gracious and professional service in an efficient manner. Perform all job duties toward the goal of maximizing guest service.
• Conduct oneself in a professional manner with the awareness that all actions and communications are within a guest’s view.
• Maintain professional appearance and uniform standards.
• Responds graciously to guest service issues and reports the situation to management.
• Always ensure that safety is first.
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned at the discretion of the manager. Furthermore, tasks and responsibilities may be added or revised based on the volume of business and the need for the work to be completed at the present time.

Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned at the discretion of the manager. Furthermore, tasks and responsibilities may be added or revised based on the volume of business and the need for the work to be completed at the present time.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to maintain a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (MVR)
• Able to drive stick shift transmission. Able to drive all types of vehicles.
• Thorough knowledge of local areas and roads.
• 3 years’ experience driving vehicles.
• Strong understanding of the English language.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others both verbally and in writing.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain a professional demeanor.

PHYICAL DEMANDS

• Exert physical effort in lifting/transporting at least 50 pounds.
• Push/pull carts and other equipment up to 250 pounds.
• Endure various physical movements throughout the work areas.
• Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for up to 4-hours in length.
• Running up to 500 yards, up to 50+ times a day or more.
• Entering and exiting customers vehicles up to 50 or more times daily
• Willing to work outside in all types of weather. Shifts will not be cancelled due to inclement weather and all associates will be required to attend their scheduled shifts.

REQUIRED PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:

• Comfortable, closed toe, non-skid shoes.
• Mut have a clean driving record and have reached nineteenth (19th) birthday
• With no more than one moving violation over a 2-year period
• Must pass annual MVR screen.

This job description is not intended to create a contract of employment. Employment with the Company is at-will and may be terminated by either the employee or the Company at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable law.