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The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa
The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa has been delighting vacationers - including 24 U.S. Presidents - for over 250 years. A recently completed $170 million dollar renovation restored the historic character to this Allegheny Mountain resort in
Virginia. We are a four-season resort that boasts superb restaurant dining experiences, championship golf, spa, winter sports and numerous other activities ideal for families and corporate outings.
The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa's associates enjoy a dynamic and exciting work environment, comprehensive training and mentoring, along with the pride that comes from working for a company with a reputation for exceptional service. We embody a culture of respect, gratitude and empowerment day in and day out. If you are a friendly, motivated person, with a passion to serve others, the Omni Homestead Resort & Spa may be your perfect match.
Overview:
To work with guests to facilitate activities professionally and efficiently. Guide our guest one on one through fishing waters.
Responsibilities:
• Essential Functions:
o Demonstrate commitment to making a conscientious effort to eliminate or reduce the risk of injury to our guests and employee partners, damage to our property or the property of others. Know the correct action to take in the event of an emergency, and demonstrate this knowledge by acting appropriately in the event of an emergency.
o Know and share information about the resort and activities, demonstrate this knowledge by accurately communicating daily events, hours of operation and resort/activity information to our guests and employee partners
o Supervises to ensure proper etiquette, technique and service delivery from all Fishing staff members.
o Facilitate fishing trips with resort guests.
o Facilitate fly fishing casting clinics for resort guests.
o Maintain a basic knowledge of operations in outdoor activities, including shuttle routes.
o Maintain the ability to check the daily schedule in Resort Suite
o Maintain cleanliness of fishing activity areas including: trash removal and cleaning/ fueling activity vehicles.
o Other duties and task as assigned by management.
• Hotel Specific Essential Functions:
o Because of the fluctuating demands of the company's operation, it may be necessary that each Employee Partner perform a multitude of different functions; therefore, as an essential part of your position, you will be expected to help others when the occasion arises, just as other Employee Partners are expected to help you. Accordingly, you may be expected to perform other tasks as needed or as directed.
o Order Supplies.
o Clean and maintain a hygienic and organized work area.
o Maintenance/Cleanliness work area.
• Working Environment:
o Exterior of the resort.
Qualifications:
• At least one (1) year of related experience in fly fishing instruction.
• The ideal candidate will have prior experience in the same or similar role working in an upscale outdoor recreation or guest service environment.
• Candidates must be familiar with all safety regulations and procedures related to fly fishing and shooting instructor.
• Should be comfortable working with a wide range of audiences and be able to adjust style and tone accordingly.
• Valid Virginia driver's license.
• Excellent driving record.
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability and willingness to work outdoors in inclement weather including rain, snow, wind, and extreme heat.
• Ability and willingness to work a varied schedule, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be willing to subject to a drug screen and MVR background check.
Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster is available using the following link:
EEOC is the Law Poster.
Omni Hotels & Resorts does not discriminate on the basis of any protected category with respect to the payment of wages.
If you are interested in applying for employment with Omni Hotels & Resorts and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, please send an email to: applicationassistance@omnihotels.com.