Recreation Prep Attendant

The Artist Cottage & Apothecary Prep Attendant is responsible for facilitating self-guided activities and hosting guests during our Open Studio hours. He/she will assist in setting up art and apothecary projects, providing guidance on projects, and cleaning up workstations and supplies, in a space with high turnover in peak seasons. He/she will provide support to the Artist Cottage Coordinator and Experience Facilitators including assisting with daily activities. Such activities include but are not limited to Soap Making, Wind Chime Class, Ink Dye Coasters, Candle Making, Beekeeping and Honey Tasting, Guided Bike Tours, Bike Kiosk Attendant, Seasonal Activities, and Group Activities (Great Race, Guacamole and Salsa Challenge). He/she will help maintain a clean and organized environment and report to the Artist Cottage coordinator with any inventory or cleanliness concerns.

Essential:  

• Previous experience in hospitality and customer service

• Proven ability to interact, in a professional manner, with guests and associates at all levels to explain programs/experiences

• Proven ability to represent the Ojai Valley Inn, in a professional manner, in communicating with guests, community, press & media

• Solid understanding of needs of luxury traveler and ability to provide related services, activities and amenities to enhance the overall experience at OVI.

• Possesses a high degree of imagination and flexibility to produce the best possible outcome in any given situation with regard to guest and associate experiences

• Polished, professional and welcoming demeanor.  Professional telephone etiquette

• Reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English Language.

• Ability to be certified in CPR/First Aid 

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions

• Aggressively hospitable

Desirable:

• Possesses the ability to teach art to novices as well as expert artists or art enthusiasts.

• A strong interest in art and essential oils.

• Knowledge of various cultural influences in art and other customs

• Proficient in computer skills including such software programs as Microsoft Office, SMS, Outlook, etc.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.  Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor.

• Responsible to teach or lead a variety of activities in a manner that is inclusive and engaging to all attendees.

• Assist with the planning of special events for groups or families as the opportunity arises

• Responsible to offer tours and explanations of the unique facility and programming contained therein

• Participate in the research and proposal of supplies and equipment needed to sustain such programs

• Attend required resort mandatory meetings.

• Responsible to protect the environment of both the Artist’s Cottage & Apothecary to maintain safety and security throughout

• Accurately post charges to guest rooms or proper PM accounts.

• Maintain resort knowledge of outlets, events, room locations etc.

The pay for this position is $17/hour. Plus gratuities.