What are the responsibilities and job description for the Idlewild and Soakzone: Retail Supervisor position at Palace Entertainment?
Palace Entertainment is a leading leisure park operator in the United States and Australia overseeing more than 25 entertainment venues, hotels and educational venues across 11 different states.
Palace Entertainment owns and operates some of the country’s largest and most prestigious venues including: National Historic Landmark, Kennywood Park, America’s Oldest Amusement Park, Lake Compounce, the world’s first ever Cartoon Network Hotel, Best Family Theme Park Dutch Wonderland and a variety of other family-friendly parks and campgrounds throughout the United States.
Palace Entertainment is a subsidiary of Parques Reunidos, one of the leading global operators, with more than 60 different assets (theme parks, zoos and marine parks, water parks and other attractions), spread out over various countries across Europe, North America, the Middle East and Australia.
Also assists with ancillary revenue activities related to rentals and food and beverage, as needed.
We are currently looking for a:
Idlewild and Soakzone: Retail Supervisor
Roles & Responsibilities:
Roles & Responsibilities:
Supervisory Duties:
- Supervise the daily operations of the Retail team and any other assigned departments
- Lead by example, attitude, and as a representation of Idlewild's core values
- Act as an approachable mentor and coach to all assigned team members
- Become knowledgeable of performing the essential duties of all retail positions and backfill these positions when needed
- Participate in all aspects of supervision of assigned employees, including hiring, orientation, training, performance coaching, and discipline.
- Ensure that all required meal and other breaks are being given in accordance with Pennsylvania law
- Assist with team scheduling and timekeeping activities
Departmental Duties:
- Welcome and greet all guests as they enter retail locations
- Conduct opening and closing procedures of assigned unit(s) including food preparation and cleanup.
- Manage inventory levels by completing daily stocking of all gift shops, checking orders, and moving inventory between shops
- Ensure a variety of items are available for guests to purchase and that store shelves are fully stocked
- Proactively communicate inventory needs to leadership before items are sold out
- Collaborate with Retail Manager to merchandise stores and improve product sales
- Ensure employees are adhering to departmental and company policies (theft of merchandise/counterfeit training/etc.)
- Monitor cashier activities to ensure continuous accuracy and compliance with POS procedures.
- Ensure merchandise is well stocked and organized
- Maximize unit visual merchandising standards.
- Maintain cleanliness of store areas including exteriors.
- Manage inventory, focusing on stock par levels, shrink and waste controls.
- Oversee ancillary duties related to lockers and water park rentals.
- Be on alert for possible theft
- Report maintenance or safety concerns to a supervisor or manager in a timely manner
- All other duties as assigned by leadership
Education & Experience:
- High School Diploma desired; Equivalent work experience will be considered
- 2 years of previous retail or point of sale work experience
- 1 years of previous supervisor experience leading a team of employees
Language: Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English; Spanish or other bilingual language skills are a plus.
Requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years of age to comply with Pennsylvania Child Labor Laws
- Ability to work flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to work flexible hours that extend beyond 9am to 5pm
- Ability to comply with all uniform policies
- Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
- Ability to operate various motorized vehicles, including trucks, golf carts, forklifts, etc.
- Must possess exceptional customer service skills, with an ability to resolve questions, problems, issues, and concerns in a positive and professional manner
- Ability to positively engage with guests to promote sales and customer satisfaction
- Must be able to speak with guests directly when other retail leadership is not present
- Ability to handle high-pressure situations, meet the demands of constant deadlines and coordinate multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
- Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills
- Must possess strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
- Previous experience with Point of Sale (POS) technology and PCI compliance a plus
- Ability to follow direction, multi-task, and work as part of a team as well as independently
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand, walk, and remain on feet for majority of the workday
- Ability to frequently stoop, twist, kneel, bend, squat, or reach above shoulders
- Ability to use a step ladder in a safe and proper manner
- Ability to remain sedentary for periods of time, while using a computer or POS equipment
- Ability to carry, push, pull, lift, and hold objects weighing 40 pounds or more
Working Conditions:
- This role will be based in one or more retail locations throughout the park, with exposure to both indoor and outdoor environments
- Subject to frequent interruptions and requests that may require reprioritization of activities
- Frequent exposure to the variable outside temperatures, including high heat, cold, direct sun, humidity, dust, rain, snow, ice, and other weather conditions
- Some exposure to dust and chemical cleaning agents
Team member benefits:
Working at Idlewild and Soakzone is about making people happy! It’s about being independent and having fun, making new friends and earning extra money while doing so. As an Idlewild and Soakzone employee, you can be the smiling face that makes a great first impression for incoming guests, a cook that serves up tasty treats and culinary delights, a lifeguard who soaks up the sun while keeping guests safe, or a ride operator that keeps guests coming back for more thrills! There are many exciting seasonal job opportunities available to take your summer job to new heights!
Palace Perks & Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Ability to cross-train and learn unique skills across various departments
- Free admission to Idlewild and Soakzone and all Palace Entertainment parks on your days off
- Invitations to exclusive company-sponsored employee events throughout the season
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