Valet Drivers - Minneapolis Marriott. $15 - $16 per hour
Posted on October 24, 2025
Towne Park is a leading hospitality services company dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences that create smiles and lasting impressions. Through their commitment to providing top-tier hospitality, Towne Park supports millions of patients, visitors, and guests across various locations by offering compassionate service that eases anxiety and enhances every interaction. The company is known for its genuine care in making each day an opportunity to brighten someone's day, whether it's a patient, guest, or colleague. Operating primarily in the hospitality industry, Towne Park emphasizes creating a work environment where employees feel motivated to make a difference and bring happiness to others through attentive, friendly service.
The role being offered is for a Guest Service Associate/Valet Driver position at the Minneapolis Marriott. This position involves delivering exceptional hospitality services to guests by providing prompt, friendly, and professional assistance. The Guest Service Associate is primarily responsible for parking and retrieving guest vehicles safely and efficiently. Additionally, they assist guests with luggage, including both delivery and pick-up when applicable, ensuring a seamless and welcoming arrival and departure experience.
This position is hourly, with a starting pay ranging from $15 to $16 plus daily cash tips, making it a financially rewarding opportunity for candidates. The position caters to individuals seeking weekend and evening shifts, specifically 2nd shift hours ending at midnight. No prior experience is necessary, making this an ideal entry-level opportunity for individuals looking to start or build a career in hospitality services.
Towne Park prides itself on fair and competitive compensation that reflects the candidate's skills, training, education, and experience, adjusted for location specifics. Employees are eligible for a variety of benefits, such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, telemedicine services, and enrollment in the company's 401(k) retirement savings plan. Eligibility for these benefits depends on factors such as job classification, duration of employment, and hours worked, although seasonal and temporary workers may not qualify.
In this role, the Guest Service Associate not only parks and retrieves vehicles but also embodies Towne Park's mission by maintaining a pleasant and professional demeanor when interacting with guests, co-workers, and clients. Greeting guests with warmth and respect, using their last names where possible, and providing information about the property's amenities and local attractions are key components of the customer experience. The associate is also responsible for issuing claim checks, collecting payment when required, and completing all documentation related to the valet service, ensuring accountability and smooth operations.
The job demands physical stamina and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions. Candidates must be comfortable with physical tasks such as lifting luggage, standing or walking for extended periods, and exerting force up to 100 pounds on occasion. Superior driving skills, including the ability to perform parallel parking and operate manual transmission vehicles, are desirable. This position requires a valid driver's license and might involve travel up to 5% of the time.
Overall, the Guest Service Associate/Valet Driver position at Towne Park offers a dynamic and impactful career opportunity within a supportive hospitality environment, emphasizing service excellence, personal growth, and community engagement. Employees in this role contribute directly to memorable guest experiences while receiving competitive compensation and benefits.
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid driver’s license for state of work or commutable distance
- One month related experience or training or equivalent combination
- Ability to read, write and comprehend simple instructions
- Ability to communicate effectively with guests and colleagues
- Ability to drive safely and cautiously
- Ability to operate manual transmission desirable
- Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting up to 100 pounds
- Willingness to work weekends and evenings until midnight
- Ability to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions
- Ability to follow established procedures and guidelines