Driver

Starting at $19.25, Plus Tips

Part-Time

Requires  Commercial Driver’s License with Passenger Endorsement for 15 passenger van

We are looking for people who have a passion for serving others while providing an excellent service experience to our guests from arrival to departure. A friendly smile and cheerful customer service to set the tone for our guest to enjoy their time at The Westgate Hotel. 

Drivers are responsible for driving a passenger van to and from the hotel to San Diego International Airport. Supports the functions of the Valet and Bell Services including but not limited to; luggage assistance, transportation arrangements, valet parking, responding to guest requests, and supporting the hotel’s continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service.

The Westgate Hotel is a luxury hotel providing world-class elegance in hospitality. Devoted to a tradition of excellence, providing memorable experience and genuine service. While caring for our employees and guest, to serving the communities we live in. Join us in this beautiful, rewarding environment in the heart of downtown San Diego. 

Classification: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Guest Experience Manager 

Responsibilities: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.     

• Provide shuttle service to Airline guests to and from airport
• Consistently offer professional, friendly and engaging service
• Be knowledgeable of daily check ins and check outs, airline airport shuttle times, catering groups, and restaurant activity
• Ensure the timely and efficient transfer of luggage to and from the guest’s room
• Make certain the guest is familiar with their room upon arrival i.e. temperature control, safe, etc.
• Maintain a presence in the lobby when not delivering luggage to guest rooms, offering assistance to Guests
• Assist guests regarding hotel facilities in an informative and helpful way
• Follow department policies, procedures and service standards, including all safety policies
• Responds to inquiries and promotes the hotels services, in person and on telephone, by explaining products/services
• Provides the guest with up-to-date hotel information in order to enhance customer relations
• Be well groomed and in uniform with name tag at all times
• Provides assistance to other employees and departments to contribute to the best overall performance of the department and hotel
• Will provide customer with parking information and receipt in exchange of handed-over keys
• Will check vehicle for any damages and note on ticket , carefully inspect, record and drive valet vehicles to and from the designated valet parking areas
• As guests depart, Garage Parking Attendant will properly process their ticket through CVPS
• All shifts maintain cleanliness of Hotel Garage
• Other job duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• ​  Regularly works in both Indoor and outdoor environments
• ​​Ability to move up to 100 lbs., with wheeled assistance
• ​Must be able to exert physical effort in transporting or lifting overhead 20-50 or more pounds
• ​Physical activities include walking, talking, standing, stooping, hearing, seeing, talking, bending, reaching, fingering, feeling, touching, writing, grasping, handling, stretching, balancing, pushing, pulling, reaching up and down, and remain stationary at times throughout work periods
• Considerable repetitive motion of hands, wrists, shoulders and back is required.
• *Must have a valid class “C” Driver License with Passenger Endorsement*
• *Must be able to work weekends and holidays* 

Here's what we offer:

• $200.00 Referral Bonus after being hired for each referral that is hired after 90 days of employment.
• Flexible scheduling Full and Part Time
• Benefits for full-time employees (30 hrs. a week) after 60 days of employment (Medical, Dental, Vision & Life)
• Hotel Stay Discounts 
• Employee Meals 
• AquaVie Fitness & Spa - Membership Discount
• Training and career growth opportunities
• Discounts at Grand America Hotels & Resorts properties
• Next to trolley station and downtown bus stops

Work Environment: This job operates in a professional environment. We serve "Employees First and Guests Always." 

Physical Demands: 

• Regularly works in both Indoor and outdoor environments.
• Ability to move up to 100 lbs., with wheeled assistance.
• Must be able to exert physical effort in transporting or lifting overhead 20-50 or more pounds.
• Physical activities include walking, talking, standing, stooping, hearing, seeing, talking, bending, reaching, fingering, feeling, touching, writing, grasping, handling, stretching, balancing, pushing, pulling, reaching up and down, and remain stationary at times throughout work periods.
• Considerable repetitive motion of hands, wrists, shoulders and back is required.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice

Salary : $19