Porter Jobs in Tennessee

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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The Porter is also responsible for the basic and general upkeep of the garage facility equipment and common area waste receptacles as well as assisting with any type of customer issue in the parking...

CDL Lot Porter

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 1 day ago

, vacuuming, wiping and rinsing Keeps vehicle lot(s) neat and organized Maintains cleanliness of service area, showroom and exterior display areas Shuttles customers as needed Fills vehicle with fuel...

Full-time School Custodial Day Porter - Clarksville, TN

  • Clarksville, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Clarksville, TN
  • 2 days ago

What Youll Be Doing: Keeping class rooms spotlessdusting, sweeping, mopping & vacuuming Emptying trash & maintaining clean, welcoming common areas Ensuring restrooms are fresh and sanitary What Were...

Porter

  • Nashville, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 5 days ago

Sweep, mop, and vacuum floors and perform routine maintenance tasks. Assist in maintaining inventory of cleaning supplies and notify when reordering is necessary....

Restaurant Porter - Unit 1283

  • Memphis, TN
  • 6 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 6 days ago

Welcome to Whataburger Careers Ready to work somewhere sizzlin? Our Restaurant Team Members are the secret ingredient who make everything come together. Every shift is a new adventure filled with...

Porter

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 6 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 6 days ago

Maintain the daily housekeeping of the interior of the office, including daily emptying of garbage cans, cleaning the floors, and dusting the countertops and work area....

Porter - Luke's 32 Bridge

  • Nashville, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 8 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: Porters are responsible for the overall cleanliness and organization of dining rooms, rooftops, and back of house areas....

Janitorial Day Porter, Weekend Position in Lebanon, TN

  • Lebanon, TN
  • 9 days ago
  • Lebanon, TN
  • 9 days ago

Responsibilities: Perform general cleaning throughout the warehouse, office areas, and the Cafeteria Empty trash and recyclables Dust and sanitize surfaces Clean and maintain restrooms Vacuum and mop...

Porter

  • Jackson, TN
  • 9 days ago
  • Jackson, TN
  • 9 days ago

Job Details Job Location : 022025 - Jackson, TN Salary Range : $14.50 - $14.50 Hourly Job Shift : 1st Description Currently hiring: 1st Shift Day Porter Shift: Monday - Friday 6am - 2pm Facility type...

Warehouse Porter

  • Nashville, TN
  • 12 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 12 days ago

Warehouse Porter Toggle search Toggle navigation Espanol Francais Employer Login Browse Jobs Post a Job Log In or Join Search 7,687 current hospitality jobs what where Warehouse Porter Delaware North...

Night Porter-31955

  • Nashville, TN
  • 13 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 13 days ago

, reposition furniture, empty trash and replace liners Check all trash containers prior to moving it Cleaning includes dust mopping, damp mopping, sweeping, vacuuming, gum removal, dusting, picking...

Porter - Lainey Wilson's Bell Bottoms Up

  • Nashville, TN
  • 14 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 14 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: Porters are responsible for the overall cleanliness and organization of dining rooms, rooftops, and back of house areas....

Porter

  • Denmark, TN
  • 19 days ago
  • Denmark, TN
  • 19 days ago

While performing these duties, the employee may be exposed to dirt, dust, grime, grease, oil, gas, high-concentrated cleaning solutions, etc....

Day Porter Part Time West Knoxville

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 60+ days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 60+ days ago

Company and Culture For more than 60 years, ServiceMaster Clean has taken great pride in exceeding the expectations of our customers. Behind our commitment to excellence are five key attributes...

Day Porter

  • Franklin, TN
  • 29 days ago
  • Franklin, TN
  • 29 days ago

Job Duties: Sweeping, mopping, vacuuming Dusting and cleaning offices Emptying trash Maintenance/spot cleaning Restrooms cleaning Requirements: Experience in janitorial, custodial, or porter services...

Demographic Data for Tennessee

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Salary for Porter Jobs in Tennessee

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 Tennessee offer the following education background
High School or GED
53.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.3%
Bachelor's Degree
11.3%
Associate's Degree
8.7%
Some College
3.1%
Some High School
2.5%
Master's Degree
1.5%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Porters in Tennessee
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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