Retail Sales Agent - Copper & Thistle

Omni Viking Lakes Hotel

A substantial part of the 200-acre Viking Lakes mixed-use development, this destination is home to the Minnesota Vikings headquarters, Twin Cities Orthopedics Performance Center and TCO Stadium. The location is easily accessible from downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul, the Mall of America and airport, with additional uses for the planned development to include corporate offices, retail, restaurants and entertainment.

The 320-room luxury hotel features more than 35,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting and pre-function space, including a 7,500-square-foot ballroom, a 4,410-square-foot event center and six two-story hospitality lounges for groups and meeting planners to utilize. From small board meetings, conferences and large galas or special events to Sunday football tailgates and more, the Omni Viking Lakes Hotel accommodates groups of all sizes with its robust meetings offerings, multiple food and beverage venues, a signature spa and state-of-the-art fitness facilities.

Omni Viking Lakes Hotel is seeking a Retail Sales Agent. This position is responsible for day-to-day Copper & Thistle / Coffee Market operations and providing extraordinary customer service to guests, members, and associates.

Omni Hotels has been named one of the "Best-Led Companies of 2024" by Glassdoor

If you love hospitality, creating amazing customer experiences, and the structure and benefits that come from working with a hotel company then you will love working with Omni!

Salary for this position starts at: $21.00/hour. Omni Viking Lakes Hotel reserves the right to pay more or less than listed compensation scale based on factors not related to sex or race. Part Time Associates at Omni Viking Lakes are entitled to elect the following benefits: Dental, Vision and other healthcare benefits.

Additional associate benefits offered include discounts at the spa and restaurants, discounted rates at other Omni properties, corporate discounts, continued education opportunities and more.

Essential Job Functions:

• Responsible for either the opening or closing of the outlet as assigned. Ensure that outlets are open on time.
• Upsell and organize the retail shop / café merchandise. Also Produce quality beverages for customers such as lattes, cappuccinos, and other espresso-based drinks, blended drinks, and coffee.
• Helps Lobby lounge to run food and beverage, assisting with tables service when needed
• Responsible for maintaining assigned bank each shift.
• Supports new Omni standards and response to changes and updates in the retail area
• Alert Managers of any inventory shortages or ordering needs.
• Follow up on daily projects to ensure follow through.
• Conduct daily and monthly physical inventory
• Responsible for maintaining a clean work area.
• Responsible for maintaining general knowledge of the hotel, including locations of dining outlets, pool, and spa to assist guests and members.
• Complete other duties as assigned by management.
• Ability to run the place on their own, include financial responsibility and operation needs
• Ability to create daily orders and requisitions for all retail items, including F&B as well.

Qualifications:

• Ability to clearly and pleasantly communicate both verbally and in writing in English with guests, members, management, and co-workers, both in person and by telephone.
• Previous customer service experience is strongly preferred.
• Scheduling flexibility, including willingness to work split shifts, weekends and holidays.
• General knowledge of cash handling and Point of Sale systems is preferred.
• Must have and maintain current Minnesota’s Food Handlers certification and alcohol tips certificate (If not, training will be conducted during the first week of hire)

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift and move moderate weights.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.

Working Environment:

• Occasional outdoor tasks and travel around property when needed.

Tools & Equipment:

• Computer, printer, telephone, cleaning supplies, Credit cards reader, coffee and cleaning machines
• Micros, Microsoft Office programs

Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster is available using the following link:

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Omni Hotels & Resorts does not discriminate on the basis of any protected category with respect to the payment of wages.

If you are interested in applying for employment with Omni Hotels & Resorts and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, please send an email to: View email address on aiapply.co .