Personal Services - Car Valet/Washer
Title
Personal Services - Car Valet/Washer
RAG Score
Green
Video Link
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Overview
Car valets clean and polish cars for customers. Car valets start by cleaning the outside of the car. They wash any dirt from the wheels, body, and underside. They then remove any rubbish from the inside of the car, vacuum it out and shampoo the seats. They clean the windows and mirrors, then go back outside and polish the body.
Key Activities
- Use hoses to clean vehicles
- Clean windows, wheels, door handles and mirrors
- Vacuum and shampoo upholstery and carpets
- Wax and polish bodywork
- Apply gels and other finishes to bumpers and trims
- Steam clean engines, frames, and wheel arches
Workplace
Car Valets do most of their work outdoors, which can be in all weathers.
Working Hours
Car Valets on average work around 37 to 40 hours a week.
Salary
Starting salary: £15,000
Qualifications
You can apply directly to work as a car valet. There are no set requirements, but it may be useful if you've got some experience in the motor trade, or in a related area like industrial or office cleaning.