Recreation - Prep Attendant On-Call
About The Position
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 as needed including assisting with facilitating activities for private group bookings. The ideal candidate is customer service oriented with an interest or background in art and knowledge about essential oils. They will work well under pressure in a fast paced environment, have the ability to multitask, and can be resourceful and adaptable to new tasks/undertakings by using problem solving skills. We invite the opportunity to develop new activities and classes in a collaborative setting. A flexible schedule is required and must be able to work weekends and holidays.
Requirements
- A strong interest in art and essential oils.
- Previous experience in hospitality and customer service.
- Possesses the ability to teach art to novices as well as expert artists or art enthusiasts.
- 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 & Spa, 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&S.
- 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.
- Customer service oriented.
- Interest or background in art.
- Knowledge about essential oils.
- Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment.
- Ability to multitask.
- Can be resourceful and adaptable to new tasks/undertakings by using problem solving skills.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of various cultural influences in art and other customs.
- Polished, professional and welcoming demeanor.
- Professional telephone etiquette.
- Proficient in computer skills including such software programs as Microsoft Office, SMS, Outlook, etc.
Responsibilities
- Facilitating self-guided activities and hosting guests during Open Studio hours.
- Assisting in setting up art and apothecary projects.
- Providing guidance on projects.
- Cleaning up workstations and supplies.
- Providing support to the Artist Cottage Coordinator as needed, including assisting with facilitating activities for private group bookings.
- Teach or lead a variety of art activities in a manner that is inclusive and engaging to all attendees.
- Assist with the planning of special events for groups or families.
- Offer tours and explanations of the unique facility and programming.
- Participate in the research and proposal of supplies and equipment needed to sustain programs.
- Attend required resort and Spa Village mandatory meetings.
- Protect the environment of both the Artist’s Cottage & Apothecary to maintain safety and security.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
