Porter Jobs in Danvers, MA

In the Hospitality Service industry, a Porter plays a pivotal role in ensuring guests have a satisfactory experience. They are primarily responsible for assisting guests with their luggage, guiding them to their rooms, and providing general information about the hotel or lodging facility and its services. This includes showing them where facilities such as the restaurant, fitness center, business center are located. Furthermore, Porters also often assist in other areas such as maintaining cleanliness in public areas, coordinating with housekeeping and maintenance departments, and sometimes handling minor maintenance tasks.

Essential skills for a Porter include strong customer service skills, physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a team. They should also be familiar with the layout of the property and available services. Some employers may require a high school diploma or equivalent. Previous work experience in hospitality, such as working as a Concierge, Bellhop, or Housekeeper, could be advantageous for a person aiming to become a Porter. A certification in hospitality or a related field, while not always required, may increase employment opportunities and advancement potential.

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Lead Porter

  • Boston, MA (16 miles from Danvers, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Boston, MA (16 miles from Danvers, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Vacuum rugs in offices and public areas. Spot clean daily and shampoo when directed rugs....

Baker / Porter

  • Malden, MA (11 miles from Danvers, MA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Malden, MA (11 miles from Danvers, MA)
  • 15 days ago

Early Morning Porter/Baker $15-$17 Hours would be 3am-11am What You'll Do: Bake and finish the Company's baked good items, including donuts, bagels, croissants, etc Execute proper pre-bake, baking,...

General Cleaners/Porters

  • Cambridge, MA (16 miles from Danvers, MA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (16 miles from Danvers, MA)
  • 19 days ago

We are seeking to hire Full-Time Cleaner/Porter(s)....

Maintenance Porter

  • Everett, MA (12 miles from Danvers, MA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Everett, MA (12 miles from Danvers, MA)
  • 21 days ago

Maintenance Porter DEFINITION: The maintenance porter cleans and maintains the restrooms and teacher lounge bathrooms and kitchen areas in the school and assists school personnel with work requests....

Porter (Full Time)

  • East Boston, MA (14 miles from Danvers, MA)
  • 22 days ago
  • East Boston, MA (14 miles from Danvers, MA)
  • 22 days ago

Scrapes and rinses food from dishes and washes them by hand or places them in racks or on conveyor to dishwashing machine depending on assigned equipment....

Porter (Full Time)

  • Boston, MA (16 miles from Danvers, MA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Boston, MA (16 miles from Danvers, MA)
  • 23 days ago

Scrapes and rinses food from dishes and washes them by hand or places them in racks or on conveyor to dishwashing machine depending on assigned equipment....

Legends Restaurant Porter, TD Garden

  • Boston, MA (16 miles from Danvers, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Boston, MA (16 miles from Danvers, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

As a Porter, you will be responsible for receiving, maintaining, and storing front and back of house restaurant supplies....

1928 Club Restaurant Porter, TD Garden

  • Boston, MA (16 miles from Danvers, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Boston, MA (16 miles from Danvers, MA)
  • 45+ days ago

As a Porter, you will be responsible for receiving, maintaining, and storing front and back of house restaurant supplies....

Porter - Legends Restaurant

  • Boston, MA (16 miles from Danvers, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Boston, MA (16 miles from Danvers, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

As a Porter, you will be responsible for receiving, maintaining, and storing front and back of house restaurant supplies....

Legends Restaurant Porter

  • Boston, MA (16 miles from Danvers, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Boston, MA (16 miles from Danvers, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

As a Porter, you will be responsible for receiving, maintaining, and storing front and back of house restaurant supplies....

Rafters Club Porter

  • Boston, MA (16 miles from Danvers, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Boston, MA (16 miles from Danvers, MA)
  • 45+ days ago

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Porter, Boston

  • Boston, MA (16 miles from Danvers, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Boston, MA (16 miles from Danvers, MA)
  • 45+ days ago

Requirements: - Experience sweeping, mopping, washing and waxing hallways, floors and stairs. - Experience vacuuming and using floor polishers. - Knowledge in janitorial duties and small repairs. -...

Demographic Data for Danvers, MA

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Porter Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Porter Jobs in Danvers, MA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHospitalityServices research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Porter positions.



Highest Education Level

Porters in Danvers, MA offer the following education background
High School or GED
53.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.2%
Bachelor's Degree
11.3%
Associate's Degree
8.7%
Some College
3.1%
Some High School
2.6%
Master's Degree
1.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Porters in Danvers, MA
Less than 1 year
60.4%
None
20.2%
1-2 years
12.7%
2-4 years
6.0%
8-10 years
0.6%


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