Shuttle Driver (Seasonal October - May 2027)

Oetker Hotel Management Company GmbH; Florida; On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Employer paid health benefits package

401(k) plan matching

PTO and holidays

Excellent Training and Development

Complimentary hotelier meals

Complimentary dry cleaning

Job summary

The Vineta Hotel, Palm Beach, invites you to join its hospitality team as a Shuttle Driver, ensuring safe, courteous transport for hotel staff between offices and the hotel property. This ultra-luxury brand demands punctuality and professional presentation.

We seek individuals with at least 1 year of professional driving experience, a valid license, and strong knowledge of local roads. You must be able to work full-time with flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a professional driver.
• Valid driver's license / CDL with passengers' endorsement preferred.
• High School graduated or equivalent.
• Excellent knowledge of local roads, traffic patterns, and alternative routes.
• Strong commitment to safety and customer service.
• Full Time position.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays to accommodate hotelier schedules.
• Polished professional appearance.
• Background check, Motor Vehicle Report and Drug screening must be completed for this role.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis at the time of application. Visa sponsorship is not available for the position.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a shuttle vehicle (van or small bus) to transport employees along predetermined routes between the office and the hotel.
• Adhere strictly to scheduled pick-up and drop-off times to support efficient hoteliers commuting and operational needs.
• Greet hoteliers courteously upon boarding, assist with belongings if needed, and maintain a friendly, professional demeanor at all times.
• Maintain the shuttle interior and exterior in good conditions, reflecting the luxury standards.
• Complete inspections on daily basis, including checking fuel levels, tire pressure, lights, brakes, and overall cleanliness.
• Report any vehicle maintenance issues, accidents or incidents immediately to management.
• Follow traffic laws, safety regulations, and hotel policies.
• Coordinate with the management team any schedule changes or special transport request.

Skills

Professional driving

Driver's license

Local knowledge

Safety-conscious

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The Vineta Hotel - situated in the heart of Palm Beach, in homage to an illustrious history dating back 100 years, The Vineta Hotel has been restored to its former splendor and reopens shortly in a familiar location. Two blocks away from Worth Avenue in the heart of Palm Beach, The Vineta embodies the elegant, artistic life of a destination famed for its restaurant scene, designer boutiques and noteworthy galleries. The hotel is the first in the US to join the Oetker Hotels portfolio.

Originally called The Vineta Hotel, this landmark dates back to 1926 and is a fine example of Mediterranean Revival architecture seen throughout the destination.

A top-to-bottom renovation marks an opportune moment to bring back the original name of this establishment, The Vineta, to clearly mark a bold new chapter in its history. Combining stylish décor with contemporary comfort and the city’s most coveted social setting, complemented by world-class cuisine and unrivalled service, the property will quickly be established as the pinnacle of hospitality in Palm Beach.

The Vineta Hotel invites you to join its teams and offers you the best opportunities for career and development within the amazing Oetker Hotels.

The Vineta Hotel invites you to join its teams and offers you the best opportunities for career and development within the amazing Oetker Hotels.

Missions

The shuttle driver will be responsible for safely and efficiently transporting hoteliers between one of our offices to the hotel property. As part of the ultra-luxury brand, you will uphold the highest standards of professionalism, punctuality and courtesy to ensure a positive and seamless experience for our staff and operations.

Profile

• Safely operate a hotel shuttle vehicle (van or small bus) to transport employees along predetermined routes between the office and the hotel.

• Adhere strictly to scheduled pick-up and drop-off times to support efficient hoteliers commuting and operational needs.

• Greet hoteliers courteously upon boarding, assist with any belongings if needed, and maintain a friendly, professional demeanor at all times.

• Maintain the shuttle interior and exterior in good conditions, reflecting the luxury standards.

• Complete inspections on daily basis, including checking fuel levels, tire pressure, lights, brakes, and overall cleanliness.

• Report any vehicle maintenance issues, accidents or incidents immediately to management.

• Follow traffic laws, safely regulations, and hotel policies.

• Coordinate with the management team any schedule changes or special transport request.

What you bring

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a professional driver, preferably in van driver, transportation, or hospitality services.

• Valid driver's license / CDL with passengers' endorsement preferred.

• High School graduated or equivalent.

• Excellent knowledge of local roads, traffic patterns, and alternative routes.

• Strong commitment to safety and customer service.

• Full Time position.

• Ability to work flexible hours, including days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays to accommodate hotelier schedules.

• Polished professional appearance.

• Background check, Motor Vehicle Report and Drug screening must be completed for this role.

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis at the time of application. Visa sponsorship is not available for the position.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Employer paid health benefits package
• 401(k) plan matching program
• Comprehensive overall compensation package (PTO, holidays)
• Excellent Training and Development opportunities with Oetker Hotels
• Complimentary Hotelier Meals
• Complimentary Dry Cleaning

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