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Newport Aquarium Photography Team Lead - Part Time Job at Newport Aquarium in Ne

Newport Aquarium, Newport, KY, United States


MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Perform, adhere to, and implement all Herschend Enterprises’ Core Values and Newport Aquarium Guest Service Standards, Policies and Procedures, and Safety Protocols to ensure safe and efficient guest service operation.
Lead a team of 4 to 9 people (depending on the season). Responsible for the supervision of souvenir photography processes and hosts.
Help department manager develop and monitor a highly motivated, positive, and productive team.
Assist in evaluations and training of all souvenir photography hosts.
Help implement new policies and procedures when needed.
Maintaining accurate recordkeeping involving hosts and daily events.
Handle comments, concerns and suggestions from hosts and guests regarding the guest experience.
Maintain knowledge of activities, aquatic life, and special events/promotions to properly notify and inform guests.
Keep safety as a priority.
Work with other hosts and departments to ensure effective communication.
Provide on-boarding and ongoing training to hosts to maintain knowledge of aquarium activities and operations.
Perform opening and/or closing duties.
Responsible for maintaining Payment Card Industry (PCI) compliance.
Daily ensure that:
Hosts are knowledgeable on location and the functions of position.
Participate in the basic functions of photography, providing professional and courteous customer service, preparing photos, taking photos, etc.
Assisting the guests in capturing, selecting and purchasing souvenir photos; successfully complete credit/debit transactions.
Courteousness, friendliness, and helpfulness are displayed by hosts.
Maintaining proper break schedule for team members as prescribed in team member handbook.
Perform other related duties or tasks as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS Must be at least 18 years of age.
Prior point of sale experience required.
Prior photography experience preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel is a plus.
Must have strong public speaking skills the ability to read, write and speak the English language (knowledge of other languages is a plus).
Must be able to think clearly, react quickly, and calmly to changes and/or emergency situations.
Previous supervisory or lead experience preferred. Previous guest service or retail experience preferred.
Ability to work a flexible schedule which may include evenings and/or weekends and holidays.
REQUIREMENTS Successful completion of pre-employment background check.
Ability to remain stationary for long periods of time, ascend and descend floors, bend, reach, and stoop.
Physical strength, including the ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
WHAT YOU’LL GET Profit Sharing and 401K Plan with company match
Free entrance for you and your dependents which extends to most Herschend Enterprises’ properties
Earn 1 General Admission complimentary ticket, that you can give to anyone, per pay period
Discounts at Sharky’s Café, Sweet Dreams Candy Company, and the gift shop
Discounted tickets and annual passes for friends and family
Training and development
Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

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