Valet Attendant

The Bidwell Hotel and High Horse Restaurant + Bar is seeking a Valet Attendant to join our team. The ideal candidate will be energized by the idea of providing outstanding service to our guests and stellar support to our associates.

The Bidwell is a luxury hotel in downtown Portland offering guests easy access to the city’s shopping, dining, and top attractions. Those seeking a quintessentially Portland flavor enjoy our hip High Horse Restaurant and Bar featuring an elevated selection of regionally inspired food and drinks. When a relaxing oasis is the destination, our exclusive M Club Lounge is the perfect spacious yet cozy refuge. Groups are served with VIP status in our event space, and private dining room. Our staff is tuned in to discover how we can personalize the guest experience to put The Bidwell and High Horse Restaurant + Bar among great memories shared and repeated.

Work where you belong!

As part of Sage Hospitality Group, we passionately strive to be the best and create excellence in everything we do. We believe in enriching lives one experience at a time. More than a slogan, we empower our employees to make positive impacts on the communities in which we live and work. By providing genuine service we build relationships with our guests and value for our shareholders, and we create unforgettable experiences.

We are looking for independent thinkers. Those who harness their entrepreneurial spirit so that it breaks preconceived notions. We’re not afraid to forge our own path. After all, it’s what industry leaders do. That’s why we welcome risk takers and creative spirits alike. No matter your daily role, Sage recognizes that your success is about more than the work you do—it’s really about who you are, which is why we invest in your personal and professional growth. We hope you consider joining us!

Under general supervision, provides valet services to hotel guests and ensures their satisfaction and comfort by promptly and courteously responding to their requests. Assist Doorman in meeting and greeting all guest arrivals and departures.

• Meet and greet all guests in all forms of transportation arriving at the hotel.
• Assist guests with retrieving their luggage from vehicles.
• Point out to guest and note existing vehicle damage on key tags in the appropriate space provided.
• Assist Doorman in escorting guests and luggage into the lobby for registration.
• Explain valet parking procedures and fees.
• Give proper directions to registration area for check-in.
• Park vehicles secure and mark key tag with location, guest name, license plate number and type of auto.
• Drive vehicles in a safe and efficient manner.
• Give general directions and information.
• Respond to guest questions, issues and problems regarding transportation, hotel services and local events, points of interest and activities.
• Professionalism and courtesy are to be extended at all times to guests, associates and vendors.
• Guests should be professionally greeted within 5 ft of your area when in public areas of the hotel.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• All other duties as assigned, requested or deemed necessary by management.

Education/Formal Training

High School diploma or equivalent

Experience

None

Knowledge/Skills

• Must have general knowledge of basic customer service skills and be fluent in oral and written English.
• Must have knowledge of local establishments, businesses and the surrounding community in general.
• Must be able to drive automatic and manual vehicles. Must have a valid driver’s license. Must have a driving record that meets the needs of our insurance carrier.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to see objects and people up close and at a distance.
• Must be able to grasp handles, carry bundles and lift packages.
• Must be able to continually push, lift and carry up to 65lbs throughout the hotel during entire shift.

Environment

Physically strenuous, prolonged standing, walking and climbing stairs, intermittent exposure to outside elements, primarily an indoor position.

• 10 paid holidays
• Paid time off for vacation, sick time
• Eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) program with employer matching
• Medical, dental, & vision insurance
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Basic Life and AD&D insurance
• Great discounts on Hotels, Restaurants, and much more.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Eligible to participate in the Employee Referral Bonus Program. $500+ per referral.