How to hire a valet parking attendant

How to hire a valet parking attendant, step by step

Here's a step-by-step valet parking attendant hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a valet parking attendant job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new valet parking attendant
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The valet parking attendant hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   A valet parking attendant's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, valet parking attendants from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list shows salaries for various types of valet parking attendants.

   Type of Valet Parking Attendant	Description	Hourly rate
   Valet Parking Attendant		$10-18
   Valet	A valet is responsible for parking customers' vehicles safely in secured premises. Valets' duties include greeting customers, assisting them in carrying their luggage, following special parking instructions of the guests, and promptly returning vehicles after checkout... Show more	$10-23
   Valet Driver	As an employee of a hotel or restaurant, a valet driver is tasked with the responsibility of driving patron's vehicles to the parking area. Their responsibilities include retrieving vehicles for customers on request, answering inquiries, and keeping a record of the exact location of each vehicle under their care... Show more	$10-19

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Patients
   • Reservations
   • Professional Demeanor
   • Wheel Chair
   • Walkers
   • Vehicle Damage
   • TIP
   • Professional Appearance
   • Excellent Interpersonal
   • Customer Service
   • Valet Attendants
   • Hotel Guests
   • Retrieve Guest Vehicles
   • Exceptional Guest

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   Responsibilities:

   • Collaborate with maintenance and housekeeping departments to ensure workplace cleanliness.
   • Provide service and assistance for executive group guests (government officials, VIP, etc . )
   • Park VIP customers' vehicles safely and efficiently, ensuring the best possible customer services and convenience for patrons.
   • Assist Disney guests in parking and operate the tram that take guests to and from the park.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in the valet parking attendant job description is a good way to get more applicants. A valet parking attendant salary can be affected by several factors, such as the location of the job, the level of experience, education, certifications, and the employer's prestige.

   For example, the average salary for a valet parking attendant in Virginia may be lower than in Vermont, and an entry-level engineer typically earns less than a senior-level valet parking attendant. Additionally, a valet parking attendant with lots of experience in the field may command a higher salary as a result.

   Average valet parking attendant salary

   $13.61hourly

   $28,310 yearly

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   Entry-level valet parking attendant salary

   $21,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 14, 2025

   Average valet parking attendant salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Massachusetts	$38,427	$18
   2	New York	$37,712	$18
   3	Minnesota	$33,483	$16
   4	California	$33,220	$16
   5	North Dakota	$32,825	$16
   6	District of Columbia	$32,562	$16
   7	Connecticut	$32,029	$15
   8	Illinois	$31,362	$15
   9	Colorado	$28,318	$14
   10	Maryland	$27,688	$13
   11	Pennsylvania	$27,296	$13
   12	Wisconsin	$26,776	$13
   13	Ohio	$25,762	$12
   14	Montana	$25,733	$12
   15	Utah	$25,710	$12
   16	Nebraska	$25,324	$12
   17	Nevada	$25,049	$12
   18	North Carolina	$25,017	$12
   19	Delaware	$24,831	$12
   20	Georgia	$24,499	$12

   Average valet parking attendant salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Target	$41,337	$19.87	47
   2	Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts	$34,366	$16.52	55
   3	Springboard Enterprises	$30,810	$14.81
   4	Propark Mobility	$30,374	$14.60	162
   5	Park	$30,315	$14.57	2
   6	HealthTrust	$30,234	$14.54	1
   7	Penn Parking	$29,486	$14.18
   8	Park 'N Fly	$29,406	$14.14
   9	Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital	$29,335	$14.10
   10	Remedy Intelligent Staffing	$29,310	$14.09
   11	Reef	$28,733	$13.81
   12	Silver Cross Hospital	$28,701	$13.80	1
   13	Concord Hospitality	$28,248	$13.58	48
   14	Metropolis	$28,208	$13.56
   15	LAZ Parking	$28,090	$13.50	29
   16	Parking Management	$28,008	$13.47	33
   17	Platinum Parking	$27,992	$13.46	18
   18	Metropolitan Healthcare Services	$27,978	$13.45	3
   19	ABM Industries	$27,950	$13.44	235
   20	Lone Star Valet	$27,942	$13.43	6

4. Writing a valet parking attendant job description

   A job description for a valet parking attendant role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's a valet parking attendant job description:

   Valet parking attendant job description example

   This 3rd shift valet parking position in hospitality earns a competitive wage of $14 - $20+/hour (hourly wage is an average including base pay, tips and bonuses). Our full-time employees enjoy excellent benefits . We also offer daily cash tips, bonus opportunities, participation in the Daily Pay program, valet uniforms, and the chance to drive cool cars and meet interesting people .

   If this sounds like the right customer service opportunity for you, apply today!

   ABOUT PARKING MANAGEMENT COMPANY (PMC)

   Founded over 25 years ago in Nashville, Tennessee, PMC is a well-established parking management leader that provides the highest level of valet parking and hospitality services to cities across the United States. We are one of the fastest-growing companies in the hospitality industry, and our valet parking services extend to 5-star hotels, resorts, hospitals, restaurants, and special events. Our mission is to uphold personal, longstanding relationships with our clients by maintaining the highest standard of customer service.

   Even during our outstanding growth, we have never forgotten who made us the successful company we are now. We believe that customer service is not just for our guests but our employees as well. Our team is made up of exceptional individuals, and we want our associates to be excited about coming to work every day. We strive to maintain a positive work environment to help our employees thrive in their careers !

   A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN OVERNIGHT VALET ATTENDANT / VALET NIGHT AUDITOR

   The Overnight Valet Attendant / Valet Night Auditor is the first point of contact for guests of hotels we provide service to. It is because of our amazing associates like you that we are known for our top-notch customer service. They are the face of our company!

   Their core responsibility is to complete our valet services billing for our client. When needed, your core responsibility is to park and retrieve guests' vehicles safely. They always welcome guests with a warm smile as you open their doors for them and put them at ease as you take over the responsibility of parking their cars for them. They always treat them and their property with the utmost respect. They are proud of the way you set the stage for the high level of hospitality experienced by guests.

   If you love meeting new people and getting to be physically active as you run several miles and lift heavy luggage throughout your shift. Who has time to go to the gym anyway? You get it all done at work! You also ensure that guests' departures are smooth and efficient by retrieving their vehicles for them swiftly. Your passion for providing the best possible customer service at all times is why you excel in this position!

   QUALIFICATIONS FOR AN OVERNIGHT VALET ATTENDANT

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   • At least 18 years of age
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   • Customer service experience
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   • Valid driver's license
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   • Ability to pass a background check upon hire or a motor vehicle record (MVR) check
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   • Ability to run and retrieve vehicles as well as lift luggage up to 50 pounds
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   • Ability to work 3rd shift
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   • Ability to drive standard (stick-shift) vehicle is strongly desired.

   WORK SCHEDULE

   This valet parking position works an overnight / 3rd shift schedule between the hours of 11 PM - 7 AM . This position is perfect for someone who is a night owl, retired, semi-retired, a stay-at-home parent, or a college student .

   READY TO JOIN THE PARKING MANAGEMENT COMPANY TEAM?

   We understand your time is valuable, so we have a very quick and easy application process. If you feel that you would be right for this job in hospitality, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application . We look forward to meeting you!

   Location: Frisco, TX

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find valet parking attendants for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your valet parking attendant job on Zippia to find and recruit valet parking attendant candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit valet parking attendants, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new valet parking attendant

   Once you've found the valet parking attendant candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   To prepare for the new valet parking attendant first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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