What are the responsibilities and job description for the Premium Guest Experience Host position at Seattle Mariners?
Description
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title : PremiumGuest Experience Host
Department : Ballpark Operations
Reports To : Zone Supervisor
Status : Event Staff, Seasonal, Non-Exempt
Primary Objective : You will be one of the first friendly faces to proactively welcome guests to the ballpark and premium spaces.Premium Guest Experience Hosts are responsible for contributing and creating exceptional experiences for all guests by providing courteous, friendly and knowledgeable service.You will be supporting different areas of the ballpark including, but not limited to, premium spaces, the seating bowl and entry gates.
Essential Functions :
- Must be available to work at least sixty percent (60%) of all baseball and large non-baseball events which includes weekdays, weekends and holidays.
- Deliver prompt, friendly and courteous guest service in accordance with Mariners Way standards, providing guests with an exceptional game and event experience.
- Exemplify and embody the T-Mobile Park Premium Principles : Benchmark the experience with each interaction—your interaction sets the tone!, anticipate guests needs—be ready to engage at all times, elevate the experience—each engagement is an opportunity to connect!
- Greet guests with a positive, professional and helpful demeanor upon their arrival and departure from the ballpark. Offer assistance including directions, game schedules, public transportation and other information as necessary
- Proactively identify opportunities for providing an elevated experience, such as first visits, birthdays, anniversaries, and other celebrations
- Be prepared and willing to work in a variety of premium areas and assignments as needed on an event-by-event basis.
- Utilizing ticket scanning equipment to assist guests at entry gates.
- Be knowledgeable and familiar with the ballpark, with an emphasis on premium areas and seating locations;Closely review guests’ tickets for valid date and seat / suite location; clearly communicate directions to guests and assist them in identifying their seats utilizing facilities via stairs, escalators, elevators, and / or ramps.
- Monitor assigned area at all times; be on constant watch for injuries that may result from a foul ball, a home run ball, a slip and fall, etc.
- Clearly communicate location and other relevant information regarding unruly or intoxicated guests, any situation requiring medical attention, or situations requiring clean-up to the appropriate department via communication device and / or radio.
- Ensure walkways and aisles are always clear by effectively communicating the need to keep passageways clear with guests or vendors who are blocking walkways.
- Help Event Operations organize and distribute promotional items at gates and select areas throughout the ballpark when needed.
- Proactively monitor and report Fan Code of Conduct issues.
- Caring for our ballpark by reporting security, safety, and housekeeping issues via appropriate communication channels; including but not limited to portable devices.
- In the event of an emergency, redirect guests from elevators and escalators to ramps and stairwells.
- Attend all mandatory Team Member meetings and training.
- Present yourself in a confident and professional manner in both appearance and personality.
- Maintain expectations and standards provided during training and daily briefings, including upholding confidentiality for any guest or Team Member related incidents or issues.
- Will perform other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience :
Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA’s) :
Physical Activities and Working Conditions :
The Mariners are committed to providing competitive pay, perks, and benefits packages for our valued Team Members.
The anticipated starting pay for this seasonal role is $22.66 per hour.
All perks are subject to eligibility requirements and availability and may be modified or amended from time to time.
Salary : $23