Shoe Polish

Procedure:

1. Prepare the materials needed:

   • • Different colors of polish/wax

     • Polishing brushes

     • Polishing cloths

     • Cleaning brushes

     • Cleaning cloth

     • Shoe horn

     • Shoes

     • Gloves

     • Good morning towel/ newspaper

2. Wear protective clothing:

   • • Put a towel on your lap (if sitting down) or,

     • Spread newspaper on the table or any flat surface (if standing)

     • Wear disposable gloves

3. Sit properly on a chair and begin cleaning/polishing the shoe;

4. Pick up the shoe by holding the sole;

5. Carefully examine the shoe by observing the following:

   • • Material used (leather, leatherette, plastic, synthetic leather, animal skin, with beads, gamosa)

     • Color of the shoe

     • Dirt

     • Dent/ scratch/ damage on the shoe.

6. If the shoe has damage, present to the guest for confirmation.Note: Minor repairs should be performed by the assigned Valet staff;

7. Make a mitten on your finger and clean the inner part of the shoe. Use a clean cloth:

   • • Wrap the corner of the cloth around your first and second fingers of your dominant hand. Twist the remainder of the cloth to tighten the portion around your fingers and hold that part in the palm of your hand;

     • When removing dirt and dust on the outer part of the shoes, make a mitten using four fingers with outward motion;

     • Use a very soft brush if the shoes have beads or if the material used is sensitive. Remove all dust and dirt by wiping the shoe, especially the heel and sole with a cloth. Apply the polish; and

     • Start from the tip of the shoe and work your way towards the heel

8. Wait for the shoe to dry completely; and

9. Buff shoes with a clean, lint-free cloth or use a shoe brush to bring out the shine.