Valet Dispatcher

Wind Creek Hospitality; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Wind Creek Hospitality in Bethlehem is seeking a Dispatch - Valet Parking staff to manage customer vehicle retrievals and parking transactions. Candidates must have pertinent experience in customer service and cashiering along with a valid driver's license.

A high school diploma is required, and applicants should demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and the ability to thrive under pressure. The role offers flexible shifts including weekends.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older and authorized to work in the United States.
• Ability to manage physical demands including lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Possess a valid driver's license with a clean DMV report.

Responsibilities

• Notify Attendant - Valet when a customer vehicle needs retrieval.
• Process payments for valet services and issue receipts.
• Park and retrieve vehicles safely and efficiently.

Skills

Customer service

Cashiering

Safe driving

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

POSITION PURPOSE:

The primary responsibility of the Dispatch - Valet Parking is to notify an Attendant - Valet when a customer vehicle needs to be retrieved and to execute the valet parking transaction with the customer. All duties are to be performed in accordance with departmental and Wind Creek Bethlehem LLC ("Wind Creek") policies, practices, and procedures.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Arrive for shift on time and in proper uniform.
• Notify Attendant - Valet when customer vehicle needs to be retrieved.
• Receive and process payments made by guests for valet parking services.
• Record payments in Point of Sale.
• Park and retrieve guest vehicles in a safe and efficient manner.
• Issue accurate receipts to customer when receiving their car to park.
• Park all valeted cars in the specified Valet parking areas only.
• Exercise extreme safety and caution while driving a customer’s vehicle.
• Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies, service procedures, and standards.
• Anticipate guests’ needs, respond promptly, and acknowledge all guests, however busy and however late, in a polite, professional, and courteous manner.
• Be familiar with all company products, services, hours of operation, local attractions, entertainment, and activities and be able to offer directions for guest inquiries accurately.
• Must be able to operate both automatic and manual transmission vehicles.
• Adhere to and comply with both departmental and overall property policies and procedures.
• Properly use equipment, tools or systems to complete assigned tasks and comply with company safety standards.
• Develop a working knowledge of any PGCB rules, regulations and internal controls applicable to this position.
• Complete all paperwork in accordance with PGCB and approved Wind Creek standards.
• Read and understand Wind Creek’s Compulsive and Problem Gambling Plan with regard to how to conduct business in this position and specifically the regulations prohibiting service to minors and/or intoxicated persons.
• Provide superior customer service to all internal and external customers in compliance with Wind Creek’s customer service standards.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

• 18 years of age, proof of authorization/eligibility to work in the United States.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a positive/upbeat manner utilizing English, both orally and in writing.
• Interpersonal skills with focused attention on guest needs to deal effectively with all business contacts.
• Maintain a professional, neat and well-groomed appearance adhering to Wind Creek appearance standards.
• Maintain consistent adherence to Wind Creek’s customer service standards.
• Must be able to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.

SPECIFIC POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Previous cashiering experience required.
• Previous customer services experience required.
• Previous Valet parking experience preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and a current clean DMV report.
• Must be able to operate both automatic and manual transmission vehicles.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow directions with minimal supervision.
• Physical ability to access all areas of the property.
• Ability to withstand prolonged standing, stretching, bending and kneeling without restriction, work indoors, outdoors and be exposed to various environmental factors such as, but not limited to CRT fatigue, noise, dust, cigarette smoke.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment and maintain physical stamina, proper mental attitude while dealing effectively with guests, management, team members, and outside contacts while working under pressure and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to lift or carry a minimum of 50 pounds, unassisted, in the performance of specific tasks assigned.
• Ability to work with others, communicate well, receive direction; review your own work.
• Maintain a positive attitude toward work and interface with guests in a friendly and polite manner.
• Ability to address stressful situations with clients with dignity and the utmost tact and politeness.
• Must be able to work with others, communicate well and receive direction when needed to achieve department goals and objectives.
• Must be able to qualify for, apply for and obtain a Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board license if required.
• NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN PREFERENCE IN HIRING POLICY SHALL BE ADHERED TO AT ALL TIMES.