Guest Experience & Events Associate (Part-Time)

Prismhr Hire; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden is seeking a part-time Hospitality & Engagement Associate to help create welcoming, seamless experiences for visitors and guests. As a flexible, cross-trained member of the Hospitality Operations team, this role supports admissions and retail, educational programs, public and private events, and other visitor-facing activities.

The ideal candidate is friendly, dependable, adaptable, and comfortable working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• No specific degree or prior professional experience is required.
• Training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Welcome visitors and provide information about the Garden, memberships, and events.
• Process admissions, memberships, program registrations, event tickets, and retail sales with the POS system.
• Help maintain a welcoming, safe visitor environment and communicate policies as needed.
• Support Garden Shop operations including receiving, pricing, stocking, and merchandising.

Skills

Customer service

Hospitality

Retail

Public engagement

Tools

POS system

Job description

The Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden is seeking a part-time Hospitality & Engagement Associate to help create welcoming, seamless experiences for visitors and guests. As a flexible, cross-trained member of the Hospitality Operations team, this role supports admissions and retail, educational programs, public and private events, and other visitor-facing activities.

The ideal candidate is friendly, dependable, adaptable, and comfortable working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.