What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tour Guide position at Laura: Louisiana's Creole Heritage Site?
Overview:
We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Tour Guides to join our team. As a Tour Guide, you will have the opportunity to showcase your leadership skills, communicate with diverse groups of people, and educate visitors about Louisiana Creole culture and history. If you are passionate about providing exceptional customer service and have a knack for public speaking, we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities:
- Lead guided tours of a historic property, providing engaging and informative commentary
- Ensure the safety and well-being of tour participants throughout the duration of the tour
- Answer questions and provide assistance to visitors, delivering exceptional customer service
- Maintain a professional and friendly demeanor at all times, representing our company in a positive light
- French language skills strongly desired, but not required
- Manage time effectively to ensure tours run smoothly and adhere to scheduled timelines
- Adapt tour content and delivery based on the needs and interests of different groups
- Utilize bilingual or multilingual skills to accommodate international visitors, if applicable
Qualifications:
- Excellent leadership skills with the ability to guide and inspire tour participants
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively convey information to diverse audiences
- A passion for educating others and sharing knowledge about Louisiana Creole culture & history
- Exceptional time management skills to ensure tours stay on schedule
- Outstanding customer service skills with a friendly and approachable demeanor
- Comfortable with public speaking and presenting information in an engaging manner
Training timeline:
FEBRUARY : interviews & training
MARCH : begin leading tours
Note: All positions at our company are paid positions
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $14.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Supplemental Pay:
- Tips
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Vacherie, LA 70090 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Vacherie, LA 70090: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14 - $18