Resort Activities Attendant

Compensation Type

Highgate Hotels

Highgate is a premier real estate investment and hospitality management company widely recognized as an innovator in the industry. Highgate is the dominant player in U.S. gateway markets including New York, Boston, Miami, San Francisco and Honolulu, with a rapidly expanding presence in Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Highgate’s portfolio of global properties represents an aggregate asset value exceeding $20B and generates over $5B in cumulative revenues. The company provides expert guidance through all stages of the hospitality property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition.  Highgate also has the creativity and bandwidth to develop bespoke hotel brands and utilizes industry-leading proprietary revenue management tools that identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive out performance and maximize asset value. With an executive team consisting of some of the industry’s most experienced hotel management leaders, the company is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. Highgate maintains corporate offices in London, New York, Dallas, and Seattle.

Location

Discover more sun and more fun! Escape to a tropical beachfront paradise complete with everything you need for the perfect getaway, including delicious dining, beachfront bars, relaxing comforts, and endless activities. Here you’ll stay at one, play at two — with two connecting resorts right on the soft white sands of St. Pete Beach. Whether you’re looking for family fun, a romantic retreat, a group getaway, or anything in between, it’s all here at TradeWinds Island Resorts. https://www.tradewindsresort.com/careers

Overview

Follow your passion all the way to paradise at TradeWinds Resort, a Tampa Bay Times Top Workplace for seven years in a row!  TradeWinds features two destination resorts just 200 flip flops from one another along the gorgeous Gulf Coast on St. Pete Beach, a Top-Ranked US Beach.

As a Resort Activities Attendant, you will be responsible for coordinating and leading a variety of recreational and leisure activities for resort guests. Your goal is to ensure a positive and enjoyable experience for all guests by providing engaging and well-organized activities. This position plays a crucial role in enhancing the overall guest experience by providing a range of enjoyable and memorable activities. You will oversee activities such as Paddle Boats, Poolside entertainment, Dive-In Movies, S’mores, KONK Kids Camp and our retail shop, the Adventure Center. 

Responsibilities

• Guest Engagement:

• Interact with guests, promote activities, and encourage participation.
• Provide information about scheduled events and activities, ensuring guests are well-informed and enthusiastic.
• Activity Facilitation:
• Lead and facilitate scheduled activities, ensuring they run smoothly and according to plan.
• Ensure the safety of participants during activities and provide any necessary instructions or guidance.
• Equipment Management:
• Oversee the inventory and maintenance of equipment used for activities.
• Ensure that all equipment is in good condition and report any issues for prompt resolution.
• Guest Assistance:
• Assist guests in understanding and participating in available activities.
• Address guest inquiries and resolve any issues related to activities.
• Collaboration:
• Work closely with other resort staff members to create a cohesive and integrated guest experience.
• Collaborate with the entertainment and beach operations teams to enhance overall guest satisfaction.
• Fill in areas and activities when needed. 

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role or in the hospitality and entertainment industry is preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and planning abilities.
• Basic first aid and CPR certification may be required.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Dependable and dedicated work ethic. 
• Must be comfortable working outdoors for 8 hours or more in Florida’s hot climate.