Party Host

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FREDERICKSBURG FIELD HOUSE INC, Fredericksburg, VA, US

• Location Fredericksburg Field House, 3411 Shannon Park Drive, Fredericksburg, VA, 22408, United States
• Base Pay $13.00/hr
• Job Category Fredericksburg Field House
• Industry Sports, Entertainment, Party Venues, Birthdays, Special Events
• Employee Type PT Non-Exempt

The Party Host is responsible for safety and guest satisfaction during parties and events at the Fredericksburg Field House . This part-time position reports directly to the Youth Programs Director .

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare party room and lanes/gym/courts prior to the start of party with a ll necessary supplies (i.e.
  
  -sports equipment, plates, napkins, etc.)
• Ensure party has been paid in full prior to the start of party
• Communicate with the kitchen regarding food orders
• Communicate effectively with parents regarding activities, as well as any preferred changes
• Assist and communicate with fellow Youth Programming Staff
• Lead activit ies while maintaining high energy, focus and attention of participants
• Ensure the participants are actively engaged and are having fun
• Deliver and serve food and beverages
• Clean party room and playing surfaces in a timely manner
• Knowledge of & respect for Fredericksburg Field House Mission
• Knowledge of the rules and regulations of the Fredericksburg Field House, including its Per sonnel Handbook, and abide by them
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as needed, required, or assigned by the Youth Programs Director

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies :

• Continuous Learning - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; seeks feedback to improve performance; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others .
• Job Knowledge - Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others; uses resources effectively .
• Problem Sol ving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics .
• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments .
• Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods .
• Cooperation - Establishes and maintai ns effective relations; exhibits tact and consideration; offers assistance and support to co-workers; works cooperatively in group situations; works actively to resolve conflicts .
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; participates in meetings .
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone's efforts to succeed .
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; able to read and interpret written information .
• Conflict Resolution - Encourages open communications; confronts difficult situations; maintains objectivity; keeps emotions under control; uses negotiation skills to resolve conflicts .
• Cost Consciousness - Conserves organizational resources .
• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment .
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and principles; upholds organizational values .
• Organizational Support - Follows policies an d procedures; supports organization's goals and values; supports affirmative action and respects diversity .
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or…