Guide - Tour 1 (S) Chinese, 11:30AM - 5:00PM, 19hrs

Inside Higher Ed; Hawaii; On-site; USD 19,286 - 22,041; Part time

Job summary

A cultural organization in Hawaii is seeking a Tour Guide to lead guided walking tours in English and Chinese. The role requires strong communication skills and the ability to engage with guests throughout the tour. Candidates should be in good health, capable of speaking for extended periods, and must have a high school diploma. The position offers a flexible work schedule and a starting hourly rate of $14.00 - $16.00.

Qualifications

• Must be able to speak, read, and write in English and Chinese.
• Requires good health and voice stamina for extended speaking.
• Ability to move freely among guests.

Responsibilities

• Provides guided walking tours in English and/or Chinese.
• Assists guests and answers questions during the tour.
• Greets and orients guests upon arrival.

Skills

Bilingual in English and Chinese

Good health and stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Guide - Tour 1 (S) Chinese, 11:30AM - 5:00PM, 19hrs

Base pay range: $14.00/hr - $16.00/hr

Responsibilities

• Provides guided walking tour in English and/or Chinese.
• Assists guests throughout the tour, answering questions whenever possible.
• Receives guest arrival information and provides initial greeting and orientation.

Qualifications

• Must be able to speak, read and write in English and Chinese.
• Must have a basic knowledge about the various cultural areas encountered during the tour.
• Requires good health and a voice that can endure up to four hours of speaking in any given time frame.
• Must be capable of a full range of body movement and be capable of moving freely among the guests.
• Should be a high school graduate or the equivalent.
• No prior work experience required.

Work Schedule

Work Schedule: TBD; 11:30AM - 5:00PM. Must be able to work weekends and fulfill a three-day weekly shift. All applicants must be available for an on-site interview at the Polynesian Cultural Center in Laie, HI.

Starting Hourly Rate

$14.00 - $16.00

Preferred Qualities

• Must exemplify the university Honor Code, including the Dress and Grooming Principles and Expectations
• Preference will be given to students who can work during academic breaks