Beach Shop and Concessions Staff

Park Operations Team Member Simple Adventures Summary:

Simple Adventures is Michigan's premier outdoor recreation company providing a multi-faceted operation including kayak, sup, canoe and bike rentals; guided tours and classes; corporate, group and team building events; along with a robust retail and food service program. Simple Adventures is seeking a highly energetic, self-motivated individual who is passionate about outdoor recreation. This candidate should have a charismatic personality, exceptional work ethic, vision, and dedication to becoming an integral part of a core team. The mission of Simple Adventures is to provide access for people of all ages and background to the outdoors. This mission is accomplished by offering low-cost, hands-on vibrant programs. This individual must be committed and dedicated to this mission.

Time Frame:

Summer season:

April-October Winter Season:

December- March (Upper Peninsula only) Year-round opportunities

Waterfront & Rentals Job Duties:

• Assist customers with the rental process of kayaks, paddle boards, canoes and bikes.
• Explain proper safety rules/guidelines to customers.
• Ensure customers out in the water are following our safety rules/guidelines
• Provide each guest with superior customer experience
• Follow company policies and procedures
• Clean boats and equipment, load and unload boats from racks
• Maintain POS and cash drawer
• POS and Software proficient
• Assist in special events
• Seasonal hours are demanding and expected, from May thru September.
• Maintain proper safety rules/guidelines with staff and customers.
• Provide each guest with superior customer experience
• Assist in maintenance and repair all equipment.
• Perform opening and closing reports at start and end of the day
• Other duties as assigned

Retail & Foodservice Job Duties:

• Cashier and customer transactions
• General inventory replenishment
• Food line prep
• Maintain POS and cash drawer
• Perform opening and closing reports at start and end of the day

Key Skills:

• Ability to problem solve
• Ability to multi-task
• Thrives under pressure
• Kayak, paddle board and bicycling experience
• Retail experience
• Quick and efficient decision-making
• Possess excellent communication and customer relation skills
• Complete knowledge of all Simple Adventures offerings
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Organization, flexibility, and ability to adjust to changing deadlines
• Works efficiently, as a team member and independently
• Creates any needed data in the form of letters, memorandums, proposals or reports
• Initiative and integrity
• Very personable and outgoing demeanor. Needs to be very engaging with all people
• Enjoy dealing with the public
• Desire to share passion of the water sports
• Able to swim
• CPR certification a plus
• ACA Certification a plus
• Great verbal communication skills
• Highly responsible and reliable
• Comfortable working in extreme weather conditions, such as heat, cold, and/or rain

Requirements:

• Must have a valid Driver's License
• Must be able to lift 75 pounds.
• Must have the ability to bend, stoop, and stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to work long hours outdoors, no A/C or heat
• Work in wet conditions
• Withstanding temperature extremes in outdoor environments and inclement weather year-round
• Ability to stand for entire work day
• Candidate must successfully pass mandatory background check and drug-screen, in accordance to local government, in order to be considered
• A little about our culture: Entrepreneurial spirit and innovation is our core!

We are laser-focused on our customers, and passionate about inspiring people to actively engage with the amazing awe of the outdoors again and again. We strive to create meaningful, healthy change in the world. We value team members who are willing to wear many hats; who take personal initiative, anticipating what needs to be done, and figuring things out to make them happen; but who are also willing to ask help, to assist others and work together.

Additional Information:

• All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities.
• All staff must complete a Livery and Boaters Safety Course (provided).
• During peak season, daily operations are 7 days a week 9:00am-9:00pm weather permitting. Off-season hours will vary
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays during peak season. Off-season days will vary.
• We provide equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, genetic information or disability.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time, Seasonal Pay:

From $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule Referral program

Shift:

Day shift Evening shift Morning shift

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Ionia, MI 48846 (Required)

Work Location:

In person