Seasonal Pool Attendant and Server

Viceroy Hotels

Viceroy Hotels & Resorts offers a fresh take on hospitality, centered on the richness of experiences and cultural connection. A leader in modern luxury, Viceroy is committed to creating unique, immersive experiences that allow guests to craft unforgettable narratives rooted in the authenticity of each destination. Viceroy’s portfolio of hotels and resorts can be found in a diverse array of breathtaking and inspiring locations including Los Cabos, Santa Monica, Chicago, Riviera Maya, Kopaonik, Snowmass, Washington D.C., St. Lucia, and Portugal’s Algarve, with a forthcoming resort in Sun Valley, Idaho slated to open in summer 2026.

Location

Viceroy Santa Monica, CA

Overview

The Pool Attendant and Server is responsible for the maintenance of all pool stations providing exceptional customer service to all guests including responsible for providing exceptional knowledge of food and beverage menu items and delivering beverages to guests.

Responsibilities

• Employees must at all times be attentive, friendly, helpful and courteous to all guests, managers and fellow employees.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the pool areas, furniture, and service areas of the pools in an organized manner.
• Replenish all towels and retail amenities and stock as necessary during the shift.
• Assist in opening and closing side-work as assigned.
• Assist in ensuring the cleanliness and tidiness of the pool or lounge areas.
• Assist with any retail outlets.
• Assist guests with service requests when needed.
• Ensure overall guest satisfaction.
• Maintain knowledge of menu items and take guest orders
• Deliver beverages from bar and kitchen to pool guests
• Clear beverage glasses from pool area
• Assist with side work including but not limited to preparing cutlery and setting up candles
• Set up bottle service in cabanas as needed
• Follow correct cash handling procedures
• Accurately use Micros to open and close guest checks
• Listen to, and promptly act to resolve, guest issues and requests
• Achieve maximum customer satisfaction
  
  

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and/or experience in a hotel or related field preferred.
• At least 1 year of progressive experience in a hotel or a related field required.
• Flexible and long hours sometimes required.
• Very heavy work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and /or 50 pounds of force frequently and/or 20 ponds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• Ability to stand during the entire shift.
• Must be able to effectively communicate, both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.
• Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests.
• Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
• Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.
• Attend all hotel required meetings and trainings.
• Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform and nametag.
• Comply with Viceroy Hotel Group Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
• Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions.
• Must be effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.
• Must be able to understand and apply complex information, data, etc. from various sources to meet appropriate objectives.
• Must be able to cross-train in other hotel related areas.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information.
• Must be able to show initiative, including anticipating guest or operational needs.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.
• Maintain a friendly and warm demeanor at all times.
  
  

Grooming: All colleagues must maintain a neat, and well groomed appearance (specific standards will be provided)

Viceroy Hotel Group is a leading hotel company that combines desirable location, unique design, destination dining and personalized service that touches the heart and soul of our guests. As an industry leader in creativity and innovation, our hotels draw upon the diverse backgrounds and talent of our extraordinary team for optimal success.

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