PARK SPECIALIST

State of Arkansas; Arkansas; On-site; USD 36,000 - 53,000; Part time

Job summary

The Skycrest Restaurant at Mount Magazine State Park Lodge is seeking a part-time Dining Room Host. You will greet guests, manage waitlists, coordinate seating, and maintain a smooth flow in our 125-seat Lodge Restaurant.

You will support the waitstaff by bussing tables, keeping the dining area clean, and assisting with to-go orders as needed, delivering friendly, organized service in a fast-paced hospitality setting.

Qualifications

• Six months of experience in customer service or a related field.
• Friendly, organized, team-oriented with strong hospitality focus.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while providing guest service.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests, manage waitlists and seating, and maintain smooth dining room flow.
• Assist waitstaff by bussing tables, cleaning, and handling to-go orders as needed.
• Provide friendly, informative service and uphold housekeeping standards.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Hospitality

Front desk operations

Job description

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Anticipated Starting Salary: $14 per hour plus tips

This position is a part-time Dining Room Host at the Skycrest Restaurant located at Mount Magazine State Park Lodge and pays $14.00 per hour plus tips.

The Dining Room Host creates a warm, welcoming first impression for guests in our 125-seat Lodge Restaurant. Primary responsibilities include greeting guests, managing waitlists, coordinating seating, and maintaining a smooth flow throughout the dining room. This role also supports the waitstaff by bussing tables, keeping the dining room clean and organized, and assisting with to-go orders as needed.

The ideal candidate is friendly, organized, team-oriented, and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment while providing excellent guest service and hospitality.

Position Information

Classification: Park Specialist

Class Code: RPA16P

Pay Grade: SGS02

Salary Range: $35,610- $52,703

Job Summary

The Park Specialist is responsible for assisting in the daily maintenance, visitor services, and conservation efforts within Arkansas state parks. This role ensures that park facilities, landscapes, and public areas are well-maintained, safe, and accessible for visitors. The Park Specialist also provides customer service, educates guests on park regulations, and supports recreation programs to enhance the overall visitor experience.

Primary Responsibilities

Receives and confirms room reservations via telephone, accepts advance credit card deposits, and manages front desk operations.Mails room confirmations, deposit receipts, and refund forms to guests.Greets and registers guests, assigns rooms, and ensures a smooth check-in process.Answers inquiries and provides information on hotel services, guest registration, travel directions, and local tourist attractions.Maintains accurate guest account records and posts charges accordingly.Totals and balances the cash register with recorded receipts, identifying and reconciling discrepancies.Compiles daily activity and transaction reports.May sell gift items, maintain office supply inventories, conduct security checks of the lodge and grounds, and assign tasks to custodial staff.Receives, transfers, displays, and promotes merchandise.Opens and closes facilities, prepares deposits, and assists with daily operational reporting.Processes merchandise orders and collaborates with vendors to obtain requested items.Monitors and coordinates inventory activities, prepares inventory orders, and maintains data in relevant databases.Verifies inventory records and ensures accurate tracking of supplies and equipment.Ensures the assigned facility is clean, organized, and meets housekeeping standards.Performs monetary transactions and operates a cash register as needed.May serve as a lead worker by training and guiding staff, setting work plans and deadlines, providing instructions, and reviewing completed tasks for accuracy and compliance.May be assigned accounting-related duties, including financial reporting and transaction processing.Provide friendly and informative customer service to park visitors, answering questions about park features, rules, and activities.Enforce park policies and regulations to ensure public safety and proper park usage.Report safety hazards and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.Help enforce emergency protocols during severe weather conditions or incidents.Support special events and recreation programs by setting up and assisting as needed.

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of basic bookkeeping and accounting principles.Familiarity with general office practices and procedures.Ability to comprehend and prepare oral and written materials, including ledgers, journals, reports, and correspondence.Proficient in establishing and maintaining organized filing systems.Skilled in answering telephones, greeting visitors, and providing accurate information and assistance.Proficient in operating standard office equipment.Knowledge of computer systems and commonly used software applications.Understanding of database management, inventory control practices, and financial recordkeeping.Strong grasp of customer service principles and best practices.Ability to creatively arrange and display merchandise to enhance customer interest.Capable of coordinating, instructing, and reviewing the work of others in a lead or supervisory role.Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks effectively.

Minimum Qualifications

At least six months of experience customer service, bookkeeping, retail operations, or a related field.

Satisfaction of the minimum qualifications, including years of experience and service, does not entitle employees to automatic progression within the job series. Promotion to the next classification level is at the discretion of the department and the Office of Personnel Management, taking into consideration the employee’s demonstrated skills, competencies, performance, workload responsibilities, and organizational needs.

Licensure/Certifications

N/AOTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.