Pool Attendant - Regent Santa Monica Beach

IHG Hotels & Resorts; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Regent Santa Monica Beach is seeking a Pool Attendant to uphold luxury standards by supporting servers, bartenders and the kitchen with restocking and order accuracy, while maintaining a clean pool area.

You will greet guests, seat them, assist with loungers and umbrellas, and respond to guest requests with professionalism and teamwork, adhering to safety and health guidelines.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year experience in food & beverage operations in luxury hotel or fine dining is preferred.
• Must understand Regent Santa Monica Beach service standards and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Support servers, bartenders and kitchen with restocking and order accuracy.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization around the pool area.
• Greet and seat guests and assist with guest requests (loungers, umbrellas).
• Communicate professionally and collaborate with the team to deliver guest service.

Skills

Food & beverage operations

Job description

Regent Santa Monica Beach, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, presents a new era of indulgence offering 167 opulent guest rooms and suites. Introduced at a generous 720 square feet, rooms feature spa-like and luxurious bathrooms complete with a soaking tub, walk-in rain shower, double vanity and Perricone MD products, alongside thoughtful mementos through distinct Regent hallmarks. Poised along a coveted coastline overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the resort celebrates the allure of unexpected harmony through contrasts, delivering inspired stays with a seamless blend of timeless elegance and modern luxury. Regent Santa Monica Beach is home to four dining destinations, each offering unique epicurean discoveries. Orla and Orla Bar by James Beard Award-winning chef Michael Mina brings the peerless charm and boundless flavor of the Mediterranean to Southern California, while the poolside Azure Bar presents elevated poolside dining and creative cocktails. Sweet July Café debuts in collaboration with Ayesha Curry with exclusive menu items and a curated selection of beloved coffee and tea beverages. The beachfront oasis also boasts a 10,000 square feet Guerlain Wellness spa, outdoor pool (Azure Pool), The Regent Boutique, and state-of-the-art Fitness Center. The opening of Regent Santa Monica Beach marks a historic return of the brand to Los Angeles and represents the Americas flagship. For more information visit RegentSantaMonicaBeach.com.

Job Summary:

As the Pool Attendant, you uphold Regents' luxury standards by supporting servers, bartenders, and the kitchen team with restocking and order accuracy. Additionally, you maintain cleanliness and organization around the pool, greet and seat guests, and assist with guest requests such as moving loungers and umbrellas. Your role requires professionalism, clear communication, and a strong commitment to customer service and team collaboration.

A little bit about your day:

• Promote the Regent’s service philosophy and style through our people attributes.
• Understand and perform job duties to the expectations of Regent Santa Monica Beach
• Perform all side work applicable to assigned station.
• Participate in Pre-Shift meetings and learn new menu items.
• Welcome all guests and ensure they receive responsive, professional and gracious service.
• Answer any questions about the menu, specific food items, the wine list or any other inquiries the guest may have.
• Liaise with server and pool hosts to always ensure communication about wants and needs of guests.
• Verify guests, check them into loungers or cabanas and assist guests to their seats.
• Assist guests with umbrella and chaise lounge location move requests.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with a focus on delivering impeccable guest service.
• Knowledgeable on all activities happening at the pool and the resort.
• Assists the team with daily delivery of surprise and delights to guests.
• Always maintains cleanliness of the pool and its surrounding areas.
• Stocking towels and supplies as needed.
• Ensure Dirty Towels are taken to proper location for cleaning.
• Maintain a clean, safe environment all times.
• Fully understand and comply with all federal, state, county and municipal regulations that pertain to health, safety and labor requirements of the restaurant employees and guests.

Requirements:

• Must have at least 1 year experience in food and beverage operations – luxury hotel or fine dining experience a plus.
• Understand and perform job duties to the expectations of Regent Santa Monica and the restaurant Service, Food, Beverage and Wine manuals.
• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace.
• Knowledge of appropriate table settings and service ware.
• Must be able to exert well-paced ability in limited space.
• Able to stand for long periods and move about the property.
• Carrying or lifting items weighing more than 50 pounds.
• Must be able to must be able to exert well-paced ability to maneuver between functions occurring simultaneously
• Flexible schedule, able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
• This position necessitates participation in a pooled tip system, where you contribute to tipping out the support staff and other essential team members.

What you can expect from us:

The annual pay range for this role is $25.84 - $32.30 per hour. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed at Regent Santa Monica Beach.

IHG is an equal opportunity employer: Minorities / Females / Disabled / Veterans.

Guests have made grand entrances through the doors of Regent® Hotels & Resorts for nearly half a century. Born in 1970, our collection of modern hotels and resorts are home to stays both serene and sensational. The type of experiences that elevate above the noise and charm for even the most seasoned of travellers. An invitation to life’s most scenic moments. We are the legendary innovative luxury brand, reimagining modern hospitality by sparking fresh perspectives across hand selected hotels and resorts. Regent colleagues are gracious hosts, with emboldened spirit and dynamic as they provide meaningful moments to deliver the greatest of the guest experiences.

Important information

• The salary range listed is the lowest to highest pay scale we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the pay range will be based on several factors, including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.
• No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until it is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or other form of compensation allocable to a particular employee remain in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.