Assistant Supervisor, Merchandise | SeaWorld San Diego

Ambassador Position at SeaWorld

At SeaWorld, we're passionate about caring for animals. In fact, we've already rescued over 40,000 animals (and counting!). And we can save you from being stuck in just another job. Join us and help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to people from around the world. We're seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals to become our Ambassadors. Join us and play an important part on our incredible team!

Please note: We are not accepting J-1 Visa students at this time and do not sponsor visas at our park. All candidates must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of their interview and will be required to provide proof of work authorization upon hire. Please ensure you are available to attend an in-person interview at the date and time you select, as exceptions cannot be made to this requirement.

What you get to do:

• Provide and lead team to deliver superior guest service
• Ensure excellent customer service by responding to customer requirements, expectations, and needs
• Regularly keeps ambassadors motivated and energized
• Open and close facility in accordance with established procedures
• Follow up on daily operational needs and communicate all facility issues as appropriate
• Troubleshoot and repair lockers, photo equipment, photo booths, haystack dryers and other equipment
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws including training ambassadors; planning, assigning and directing work; Access performance; rewarding and disciplining ambassadors; addressing complaints and resolving problems
• Ensure meal and rest periods are provided to ambassadors as required by Company policy
• Successfully monitor labor management for operation (ex: sales goals, labor, line schedule targets, and progress updates to the team throughout the day)
• Monitor stock inventory for facility, to include damage and min/max, and elevate issues to Supervisor
• Monitor safety of ambassadors and merchandise facilities
• Sign off on customer refunds up to $50.00
• Maintain safety and integrity of assigned location; ensures ambassadors follow safety procedures in accordance with established safety guideline and take appropriate action; ensures ambassadors have appropriate PPE for work location
• Other duties as assigned
• Occasionally assist other locations and areas in the park as needed

What it takes to succeed:

• At least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous Assistant Supervisor experience at a theme park preferred
• Outgoing, able to provide great guest service and interact favorably with public
• Ability to self-motivate as well as motivate ambassadors
• Strong basic math and cash handling skills
• Basic knowledge of computers with ability to work with Windows-based software
• Basic knowledge of financial terms for revenue department
• Able to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions; ability to lift 50+ lbs. (preferred)
• Strong written/verbal communication skills
• Able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced work environment
• Able to stand, sit and/or walk for prolonged periods of time

Compensation:

• 19.00 USD Hourly

The perks of the position: Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment, and great teammates, as well as:

• FREE park admission
• Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends
• Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.
• Scholarship opportunities
• Exclusive employee events and giveaways

EEO Employer:

SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.

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