Receptionist

St. Louis, Missouri, United States | St. Louis Aquarium | Full-time

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Position Summary

This position will serve as the communication hub for Aquarium operations in a professional and courteous manner.  This role will also deliver a positive guest experience, by providing accurate information in the most efficient way possible .

Duties & Responsibilities

 

  • Maintain the St. Louis Aquarium sales point inventory.
  • Coordinate with the Marketing and other departments to ensure Will Call tickets are at the box office.
  • Assist the management team with the procurement of supplies.
  • Assist the Executive Director.
  • Manage invoice approval process
  • Manage access card programming; ensure blank access cards are stocked at all times
  • Adhere to company policies and procedures.
  • Answer all phone calls for both the St. Louis Aquarium and the St. Louis Wheel.
  • Transfer calls as appropriate.
  • Answer general questions in a timely and accurate manner, keeping guest relations as a top priority.
  • Utilize web-based software to keep track of all incoming guest emails and respond in a timely manner.
  • Maintain an inventory of office supplies and place replacement orders as needed.
  • Serve as main point for in-house radio communications, including general staff inquiries and emergency response.
  • Keep up-to-date with all new animals within the Aquarium.
  • Distribute incoming US mail, delivery and courier packages. Place correct postage on outgoing US mail and have mail ready for pick-up by the designated time each day. Manage vendor relationships with other delivery and courier vendors.
  • Create daily operations report to inform staff of projected attendance, events, and other happenings which would affect Aquarium operations.
  • Assist staff members with preparation of materials that can be efficiently handled at the reception desk. May include database input as well.
  • Work closely with all internal and external departments to foster an outstanding and seamless guest experience throughout Union Station.
  • Be part of a team that motivates and inspires each other to perform at their very best, through respect and frequent communication.
  • Assist in other departments as required .