Parking Hut Attendant (Patron Services)Seasonal Employment
Chautauqua - USA
Job Summary
The Parking Hut Attendant is part of the Ticketing & Sales Office team and is stationed in the Main Parking Lot. Exceptional customer service and outstanding patron experience is part of the teams responsibility. The parking hut is a small enclosed space that is subject to environmental conditions like weather sun wind humidity and insects. During peak periods the attendant may need to stand for two to four hours at a time.
About Your Compensation
Compensation for this position starts at $16.00/Hour and with demonstrated experience and qualifications candidates may earn up to $17.50/Hour.
About Your Work Day
- Customer focused and professional when communicating with patrons.
- Monitors vehicle traffic for appropriate parking credentials upon entrance and exit to the Main Parking Lot.
- Process parking pass sales including computing prices processing cash or credit payment and providing customer with proper sales receipt and change.
- Provides general information about Chautauqua Institution.
- Ensure accurate records of sales transactions and /or refunds in accordance with department procedures.
- Keeps patron purchases and information confidential.
- Know/review all emergency procedures; respond to emergency situations in accordance with policies and procedures.
- Maintains a safe neat and well-stocked work area.
- Identify report and address any maintenance or safety issues in a timely manner including informing the supervisor.
About the Referral Program
About Your Schedule
Chautauqua Institution and Chautauqua Hotel Company offer flexible schedules full and part-time for seasonal employment during summer operations starting annually each June and concluding in August. Seasonal employment may be available earlier (pre-season) and beyond season (post-season) based on business needs and candidate availability. Schedules typically include evenings weekends and/or holidays as a requirement.
While you will confirm your final schedule with management at the time of an interview and offer of employment you should generally anticipate the following schedule options for this position:
Schedules are typically either a six or eight-hour shift with a start time that varies between 6:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. for a total of 30-35 hours per week. Scheduled hours may include evenings weekends and holidays based on business needs.
About Living on the Grounds
No employer-provided housing is available for this should plan to secure independent housing orresidewithin a commutable distance.
About Chautauqua Institution
Chautauqua Institution is a not-for-profit global convener of dialogue on the most significant issues of the day through engagement across four pillars of the arts education religion and recreation. The Chautauqua community is located on the shores of Chautauqua Lake in southwestern New York State and comes alive each summer with a unique mix of visual and performing arts lectures interfaith worship/programs and recreational activities. Chautauqua Institution owns and operates Chautauqua Hotel Company a comprehensive hotel food & beverage conferencing and events organization.
Discovering Your Chautauqua Experience
There are countless ways that our talent will engage with our mission vision and diverse communities and you are invited to immerse yourself in our programming as a gateway to this experience. Employees will receive a traditional Chautauqua gate pass free of cost which provides access to many of our programs at the Amphitheater.
Commitment to Values of IDEA
Chautauqua Institution values Inclusion Diversity Equity and Accessibility (IDEA) as a priority in our strategic plan 150 Forward. One of our five core values is The dignity and contributions of all people. We are committed to creating conditions where everyone can engage as complete and valued participants in the Chautauqua experience. The Institution is an equal opportunity employer committed to equitable and inclusive hiring practices. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against based on any status protected under federal state or local law. We especially welcome applications from those who can demonstrate experience engagement and professional expertise in IDEA.
Joining Our Talent Community
Join our talent community online at You are encouraged to learn more about Chautauqua Institution at and view the 150 Forward Strategic Plan at .
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About Company
Welcome to Chautauqua Institution! We are a community of artists, educators, thinkers, faith leaders and friends dedicated to exploring the best in humanity.