What are the responsibilities and job description for the Noah's Ark - Admissions Lead - J1 Student 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.
The Admissions Lead trains oversees the day-to-day operations of the Admissions department and trains team members in the areas of guest services, general park knowledge, passes and tickets, parking procedures, and point of sale procedures. This position also assists with scheduling Admissions team members and assists with addressing any guest concerns at the main gate.
The ideal candidate will be friendly, have strong communication skills, and have a knack for exceptional customer service.
We are currently looking for a:
Noah's Ark - Admissions Lead - J1 Student
Roles & Responsibilities:
Roles & Responsibilities:
Supervisory Duties:
- Assist with the daily supervision of the Admissions team and any other assigned departments
- Lead by example, attitude, and as a representation of Noah’s Ark core values
- Act as an approachable mentor and coach to all assigned team members
- Become knowledgeable of performing the essential duties of all admissions and front gate positions and backfill these positions when needed
- Participate in new-hire orientation and training activities for all assigned employees
- Ensure that all required meal and other breaks are being given in accordance with Wisconsin law
- Ensure daily sign-in sheets are completed and submitted each day
- Assist with team scheduling and timekeeping activities
Departmental Duties:
- Welcome guests to the park in a warm and friendly manner.
- Courteously assist guests with questions and complaints
- Sell and collect tickets and season passes.
- Ensure that all Admissions policies and procedures are being followed (e.g. entry/exit, bag checks, etc.)
- Utilize Point of Sale (POS) equipment to accurately record financial transactions
- Maintain a clean work Main Gate operation (wiping down counters, vacuuming, sweeping, picking up trash, etc.) to maintain a great first impression for incoming guests
- Maintain compliance with company and industry best practices, policies, and procedures to create a safe environment for colleagues and guests.
- Assist other Guest Experience departments as needed
- All other duties assigned by leadership
Education & Experience:
- No education requirements for this role
- Previous related work experience in a similar role preferred but not required
Language: Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English; Spanish or other bilingual language skills are a plus.
Requirements:
- Must be at least 16 years of age to comply with Wisconsin Child Labor Laws
- Ability to work flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Must have reliable transportation to and from your scheduled shift
- Ability to comply with all uniform policies
- Must possess exceptional customer service skills, with an ability to resolve questions, problems, issues, and concerns in a positive and professional manner
- Ability to handle high-pressure situations, meet the demands of constant deadlines and coordinate multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
- 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 occasionally stoop, twist, kneel, bend, squat, or reach above shoulders
- Ability to carry, push, pull, lift, and hold objects weighing 20 pounds or more
Working Conditions:
- Subject to frequent exposure to outdoor areas of the park
- Frequent exposure to the variable outside temperatures, including high heat, cold, direct sun, humidity, dust, rain, pollen and other weather conditions
- Subject to frequent interruptions and requests that may require reprioritization of activities
Team member benefits:
Working at Noah’s Ark is about making people happy! It’s about being independent and having fun, making new friends and earning extra money while doing so. As a Noah’s Ark 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 Noah’s Ark and all Palace Entertainment parks on your days off
- Invitations to exclusive company-sponsored employee events throughout the season
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