Event Attendant

Peel Compton Foundation; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Peel Compton Foundation in Bentonville, AR is seeking an outgoing Event Attendant to join our team in a flexible part-time role. This position focuses on guest services during events at our Museum & Botanical Garden, Gardens & Arboretum, Coler Mountain Bike Preserve, and Osage Park.

You will welcome guests, direct them, assist staff, and help ensure a safe, enjoyable experience. Availability nights and weekends is required; a positive attitude, strong communication, and a passion for nature and

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and walk during shifts.
• Willingness to work nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Welcomes and acknowledges all guests according to company standards.
• Provides excellent guest service for events and programs, responding to guest and staff inquiries promptly and courteously.
• Directs guests to proper locations with clear instructions.
• Assists staff during various program activities and special events.
• Reports accidents, injuries, or unsafe conditions to Rental Coordinator.
• Develops and maintains positive working relationships with others; supports team to reach common goals.
• Attends in-service training and additional staff training as necessary.
• Enforces facility policies, rules and regulations as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Guest relations

Event support

Team player

Flexible

Job description

The Peel Compton Foundation is hiring for an Event Attendant to join our team! This is an excellent opportunity for an outgoing/customer service oriented individual who is looking for a flexible part-time position in Bentonville.

Summary:

Events take place at all the Peel Compton Foundation’s unique properties:

• The Peel Mansion Museum & Botanical Garden
• Compton Gardens & Arboretum
• Coler Mountain Bike Preserve
• Osage Park

Job Description:

• Welcomes and acknowledges all guests according to company standards
• Provides excellent guest service for various events and programs, responding to guest and staff inquiries in a prompt, effective, and courteous manner
• Supports the success of events by helping guests safely enjoy their experience
• Directs guests to proper location with clear instructions
• Anticipates and addresses guests’ service needs
• Assists staff during various program activities and special events offered by PCF
• Reports accidents, injuries, or unsafe conditions to Rental Coordinator
• Develops and maintains positive working relationships with others; supports team to reach common goals
• Attends in-service training and additional staff training as necessary
• Enforces facility policies, rules and regulations as necessary
• Assists in emergency protocol as required in training
• Performs other duties as assigned

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and attributes:

• Willing to give “above and beyond” customer service
• A passion for Nature, Education, Recreation, Preservation
• Flexible, with a “can do” attitude
• Communicator that loves interacting with people
• Enjoys events and all the details to make sure the event is a success

Qualifications:

• Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift
• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance
• Excellent communication skills
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Candidates must be available to work nights and weekends.