Full-Time Valet Attendant

ABOUT US

At InterContinental Hotels & Resorts our role is to put the glamour into international travel. That's where you come in. When you're part of the InterContinental Hotels & Resorts brand, you're more than just a job title.

At InterContinental Hotels & Resorts we look for people who are charming, confident, and internationally minded; people who know what it takes to exceed guest expectations.

Be yourself and at the centre of it all. Located in the heart of the entertainment and business districts in downtown Toronto, InterContinental Toronto Centre currently has an opening for a Full Time Valet Attendant.  If you are passionate about hospitality and take pride in offering exceptional service, we would love to have you be a part of the IHG team  Our colleagues continue to aim higher and show they care about our guests and each other to ensure we achieve our goal of creating great hotels guests love.

YOUR DAY TO DAY 

Assist guests by parking their cars in designated areas, assisting with luggage, and providing information about the hotel facilities and services to maximize guest satisfaction.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Greet arriving guests, assist incoming and outgoing guests – parking their cars in designated areas and return vehicle at guests' request in a safe and timely manner.
• Conduct inspection of vehicle and record information on valet ticket and in Logbook.
• Explain and promote hotel facilities, outlets, and services to guests to increase guest satisfaction and maximize hotel revenues.  Provide guest with local directions in a courteous and accurate manner.
• Provide luggage assistance to guests and/or bell staff as needed.
• Respond quickly to guest requests or complaints in a professional manner and ensure appropriate action is taken. Follow up to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Provide non-valet parking instructions/guidance/assistance to guests upon arrival.
• May accept payments for parking fees from departing guests.  Follow established cash/credit handling policies and procedures.
• Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communications and coordination with other departments. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

High School diploma or equivalent plus one year of driving experience.  Must speak fluent English.  Alcohol awareness certification.  Must have a valid driver's license and a clear driver's abstract.

This job requires ability to perform the following:

• Frequently standing up and moving about the guest entrance, lobby areas, garage and or other parking/valet areas
• Running to retrieve cars from valet area
• Knowledge of locale

OTHER

• Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with clients and guests.
• Ability to drive cars with either manual and automatic transmissions
• Reading and writing abilities are utilized often. 
• Basic math skills are used frequently.
• May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

WHAT WE OFFER

In return for your hard work, you can look forward to a highly competitive salary and benefits package. What's more, because your career will be as unique as you are, we'll give you all the tailored support you need to make a great start, be involved and grow.

And because the InterContinental Hotels & Resorts brand belongs to the IHG family of brands, you'll also benefit from all of the opportunities that come from being part of a successful, global hospitality company with over 4800 hotels in over 100 countries around the world.

InterContinental Toronto Centre is an inclusive employer dedicated to building a diverse workforce.  We are committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process for any qualified applicants under the respective provincial human rights codes.  Please advise the Recruiter to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated. Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

Hourly rate:  $19.49