What are the responsibilities and job description for the LIFEGUARD position at BOTTAIA Winery?
About our Company:
We are a premier hospitality company with a 30,000 case DTC operation in the Temecula Wine Country. We are farming over 200-acres with 22 French and Italian varietals under the Bottaia and Ponte Winery labels.
We are looking for an experienced, passionate individual to be a part of our team at our Bottaia Winery. We are located on the Ponte Family Estate Ranch which is just east of the Ponte Winery Tasting Room. The Bottaia Tasting Room and Pool Club bring a unique experience to Temecula Wine Country, including new wines, a semi-Olympic size pool, a splash pad for the kids, and 30 cabines (traditional Italian beach changing rooms), and a poolside bar and café.
Summary:
Seasonal Lifeguard responsibilities include providing professional and courteous service to every guest, ensuring safety by preventing and responding to emergencies and promoting order through administrative duties and facility upkeep. Enforce policies, rules and regulations of all pool areas are maintained.
Compensation: $21.00 hourly
Schedule:
- Wednesday- Sunday, 11am-6pm
- Weekends are a must.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Greet all guests in a courteous manner in accordance with department operating standards
- Recognize and respond to all situations safely and promptly
- Monitor activities at the pool to prevent accidents; and to ensure safety of all guests while in the pool or pool areas
- Caution and educate swimmers regarding unsafe practices and safety hazards; enforces and adheres to pool rules and regulations
- Must adhere to practices of occupational safety and health
- To provide a high level of safety by preventing accidents and saving lives all in scenarios and rescue swimmers in danger of drowning and administers first aid when necessary
- Responsible for the availability and safekeeping of emergency equipment
- Inspect, monitor and maintain facilities for cleanliness; performs general pool cleaning and maintenance duties
- Keep immediate supervisor informed of all problems or unusual events and / or refers difficult situations to their attention for handling
- Maintain health and sanitation standards of the facility.
- Maintains constant surveillance of patrons in the facility, as well acts immediately and appropriately to secure safety of guest in the event of emergency
- Respond quickly, intelligently, decisively and in accordance with established emergency and accident management procedures
- Being alert, and using logical thinking to assess a situation where life and safety may be at risk
- Acts as the pool’s goodwill ambassador to all.
- Comply with winery policies and procedures as well as all departmental service guarantees
- Maintain a professional demeanor and a great attitude
- Attend and participate in staff / pre-shifts meetings
- Perform all tasks accurately and in a timely manner
- Perform other job duties as assigned by management
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- A High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and one year of related experience working in a pool/resort setting and /or swim instructor training; or 6 months previous lifeguard experience is preferred to successfully perform this job.
- Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. This position also requires the ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.
- Possession of a valid Lifeguard certification and First Aid Certification (CPR / AED).
- Make eye contact while speaking.
- Possess independent, enthusiastic, and energetic demeanor.
- Ability to positively interact with the general public.
- Ability to work under stressful situations.
- Ability to use good judgement.
- Ability to communicate effectively speak in English.
- Ability to withstand high temperatures, heat and sun, and able to work outdoors in inclement weather when necessary.
- Knowledge of lifesaving methods and procedures including first aid and standard resuscitation methods.
- Knowledge of pool equipment and maintenance.
- Must be available to work weekends and/or holidays.
Salary : $21