Dollywood Parks & Resorts Pigeon Forge , TN 37868
Posted 2 months ago
At Dollywood Parks & Resorts, we create memories worth repeating. We do this every day across all properties, all located in the Great Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee. Ask anyone who has visited Dollywood Parks & Resorts and they will tell you this place is different. It's not a difference that you can touch or see - it's a difference you can feel. We are seeking a Ticket Team Member who will embody the heart and soul of our mission of creating memories worth repeating while bringing families closer together and caring deeply about our brand. This person also brings a spirit of fun, authenticity, collaboration, creativity and genuine hospitality to the lives of our guests.
We want to work alongside someone who acts as an extension of our mission, values, and culture. This individual is driven to create meaningful experiences for our hosts, guests, and community while ensuring the success and profitability of our unique offerings. They also bring fun, authenticity, collaboration, creativity, and genuine hospitality to their life and work. The right (Insert Job Title) checklist will include equal parts curious learner, innovator, administrator, detail driver, mentor, and motivator.
We are seeking a Ticket Team Member for Dollywood Parks & Resorts who will embody the heart and soul of our mission of creating memories worth repeating while caring deeply about our brand.
Additionally, the ideal candidate will be able display and live out Lead with Love qualities, strongly rooted in the Dollywood Company culture, by being patient, kind, trusting, unselfish, truthful, forgiving, dedicated and accountable.
Summary of Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Greet guests and initiate friendly interaction. Provide guest excellence which exceeds expectations, answer questions and provide park information
Effectively perform ticket sales processes to include (but not limited to):
selling tickets and completing reservations on a computerized ticketing system
Selling and processing Season Passes
Process cash, check, and credit card transactions
Issue complimentary and discounted tickets per Dollywood policies
Process refunds, exchanges, upgrades, downgrades, and other special requests per Dollywood policies
Perform defined accounting procedures for ticket sales to include:
Cash till opening and closing procedures
Management of cash funds, deposits, and credit cards to ensure all revenue is collected and balanced daily
Support Group Sales fulfillment, adjustments, and ticketing
Collect information to support Marketing Database and research programs
Effectively perform ticket scanning process for park admission to include (but not limited to):
Scanning of all tickets into the computerized system
Verify identity and validity of all Passholders
Check all Host and Dependent IDs at gate.
Uphold Dollywood policy on re-entry processes to include issuing re-entry tickets and/or handstamps
Assist with the facilitation of lines and maintain a sense of urgency to reduce the Guest wait time
Clean and organize work area daily to present a professional appearance
Ensure map racks are fully stocked for the day with correct information
Maintain a dependable work attendance and flexibility with assigned work schedules
Attend all required training classes, Guest Service seminars and/or meetings
Complete required paperwork in a timely manner
Maintain confidentiality at all times
Follow all safety standards to include reporting any violations of standards
Greet Guests and initiate friendly interaction. Provide Guest excellence which exceeds expectations, answer questions and provide park information
Effectively perform ticket sales processes
Responsible for completing credit card transactions in compliance with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards
Cross train to work in other positions in support of Front Gate and TimeSaver operations to include (but not limited to) TimeSaver sales, theater attendant, Resort TimeSaver redemptions, Doggywood, and Lost and Found
Management reserves the right to change and/or add to these duties at any time.
Education and Experience Required
Must be at least 14 years of age
Must be able to operate admissions point of sale system, turnstiles, scanners, phone equipment, copier, and calculator
Must be able to learn computer, computer scanning equipment, and printer equipment
Previous Guest Services experience a plus
Must be able to pass a typing test (score of 25 wpm or greater)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Must display and live out Lead with Love qualities strongly rooted in the Dollywood Company culture by being patient, kind, humble, respectful, selfless, forgiving, honest, and committed
Able to make a friendly impression when speaking to or corresponding with guests, vendors, and other employees
Must reflect Dollywood's image by being genuinely friendly and caring and by taking pride in work
Be a role model in the areas of attitude, enthusiasm, and attention to detail, adherence to policies and a concern for both the Guests and Hosts
Must tolerate a fast-paced, hectic environment and remain calm in highly stressful situations
Must be self-motivated and disciplined
Must be able to prioritize and complete work assignments on a timely basis
Must maintain strict confidentiality and judgment regarding privileged information
Must be committed to continuous improvement
Must have professional appearance with good personal hygiene
Must promote and support a "team" work environment by cooperating and helping co-workers
Must be able to be productive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Must maintain dependable work attendance and flexibility with assigned work schedules including any required overtime, evenings, weekends and holidays
Must be sensitive to the needs of our Guests and feel empowered to act to meet their needs within company guidelines
Must be able to utilize effective communication, problem solving, conflict management and interpersonal skills
Must show appreciation of others
Able to get along with other employees to work out problems and resolve conflicts
Able to comprehend instructions and retain information
Able to perform duties consistent with creating a safe and secure environment for hosts and guests
Able to be flexible to handle frequent changes in priorities
Able to speak clearly in order to operate a two-way radio
Able to work on a computer/with screens for prolonged periods of time
Must be alert and attentive
Able to smile and make eye contact to make a friendly impression when greeting Guests, vendors and other employees
Must have manual dexterity necessary to complete all job duties
Able to sit, stand or walk for various periods of time
Able to work in a small, confined area
Able to push and/or pull
Able to bend at the waist and knees for long periods of time
Give two weeks' notice for requested days off and have all necessary schedule changes approved in advance by direct supervisor
Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide with accuracy
Able to communicate effectively using standard English grammar and punctuation
Able to tolerate various temperatures while working outdoors
Able to meet the physical demands of the job
Able to lift 50 lbs
Able to be subjected to periodic random drug screening as outlined by Dollywood policy
The Dollywood Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. The Dollywood Company drives a welcoming culture where ideas and decisions from all people support our efforts to be relevant in an ever-changing world.
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