Lead Associate

Honda Center; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The Rinks in California is seeking a Lead Associate to oversee part-time staff and daily operations at our facility. The role requires strong leadership, clear communication, and a commitment to guest service while maintaining safety standards.

You will assign duties, coach employees, support event programming, and assist with ice maintenance and program enrollment. The starting hourly rate is $27.00, and evening/weekend availability is preferred to meet facility needs.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of management experience preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Rink experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise part-time staff and daily activities to meet service standards.
• Oversee facilities to ensure guest satisfaction and safety.
• Coach, counsel, and discipline associates.
• Promote company priorities and values.
• Assist with event programming and ice maintenance as needed.
• Handle cash drawers and daily audits.

Skills

Management experience

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Rink experience

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

A great experience starts with you!The Rinks aims to provide a great experience for employees and guests alike! Join the team and become part of an industry-leading sports and entertainment organization.Once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, apply to the ones you feel suit you best and keep track of both your progress in the selection process, and new postings that might interest you!Thanks for your interest in working on our team!A skate on every foot, a hockey jersey on every back!Job Title:Lead AssociatePay Details:The starting hourly rate for this position is $27.00 per hour.This position is responsible for the supervision of part-time staff associates and the daily activities required to operate at The Rinks standard of service. This individual must thrive in a fast paced, dynamic environment and possess the ability to effectively communicate with and oversee a diverse population.ResponsibilitiesPersonnelPromptly assign duties to all Associates to meet the daily needs of the facility and ensure task completion.Oversee Associates in all areas of the facility to ensure 100% guest satisfaction, and to maintain a safe environment in accordance with The Rinks policies and procedures.Coach, counsel and discipline Associates in order to accomplish department objectives and ensure compliance with The Rinks policies and procedures.Demonstrate the initiative and commitment to communication and teamwork to ensure optimal guest service at all times.Actively promote the priorities of the company, including the company values and vision at all times.Provides quality customer service both internally and externally by using discretion and enforcing company service standards at all times.Participate in weekly/biweekly Lead meetings, and attend company Power Play sessions.ProgramsGreat Park/Poway, Facilities Lead Associate: Assist with the daily execution of Anaheim Ducks/San Diego Gulls practices and activities.Able to communicate rink programming information to guests with a high degree of knowledge and accuracy when escalated by an Associate.Resolve operations problems (Ticketing, Reservations & Enrollment in programs) in a skillful, expedient manner.Delegate the set up and tear down of facility signage and displays where applicable.Aide in the execution of special events and programs.Maintenance and SafetyMaintains a safe and healthy work environment by knowing and carrying out emergency procedures including follow-up documentation and reporting on injuries to guests or employees.Great Park/Poway, Facilities Lead Associate: Ensures that the facility consistently meets professional-level standards for the Anaheim Ducks/San Diego Gulls and visiting NHL/AHL teams.Ice Rinks: Assist in Ice Maintenance as needed to maximize efficiency. Operate the Zamboni and “edger”, requiring ability to walk on the ice.Manage Associates who safeguard public sessions to assure exemplary Guest experience. Ice Rinks: Able to walk out onto the Ice surface to assist customers in emergencies.Monitor ice and inline rink surface conditions; delegates Associates to remove debris from surface and surrounding areas.Reports all maintenance requests to the General Manager in a timely manner.Lift and move hockey nets (weight between 81 – 120 lbs)Replace Rink glass and repair the rink system as needed (glass weight between 52 – 155 lbs)Accounting and FinanceResponsible for distributing all cash drawers, deposits and safe monies to Associates.Daily documentation of sales reports including, but not limited to, cover reports, flash sales summary reports, ice utilization reports, food and beverage reports, Marty reports, over/short reports, and deposit summary reports.Required to complete daily audit reports to The Rinks accounting department and the facility’s General Manager.Other duties as assignedSkillsMust be 21 years of age or olderOne or more years of management experience with the ability to delegate responsibilities preferredAbility to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidaysExcellent communications skills, both written and verbalEffective time management and organizational skillsRink experience preferredKnowledge, Skills and ExperienceEducation - High School Diploma or EquivalentCertifications Required – N/AExperience Required - 1-2 Year'sMR2026