The Role:
Join our team at Zest Leisure & Fitness, located within The Killeshin Hotel. We are seeking a Part-Time Leisure Assistant to provide exceptional service and support to our valued guests. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a thriving leisure and fitness environment. The right person for the role must be able be available to work mid-week and at the weekends.
Reporting to:
You will report directly to the Leisure Manager, who will provide guidance and support to ensure your success in this role.
The Person:
We are looking for an enthusiastic and customer-focused individual with a passion for health and fitness. The ideal candidate will be a team player, possess excellent communication skills, and be dedicated to creating a positive experience for our guests.
The Hotel:
The Killeshin Hotel is a luxurious four-star establishment that blends contemporary style with a rich historical heritage, providing exceptional service and genuine hospitality. Boasting 88 meticulously designed bedrooms, a stylish duplex Cedar bar, a refined Cedar Rooms restaurant, a state-of-the-art Zest health club, and 15 versatile meeting rooms, The Killeshin Hotel offers a fresh perspective on hospitality in the Midlands, placing utmost importance on personal interaction and unparalleled service for our esteemed guests.
One of Six properties within the Só Hotel Group. At Só Hotel group we invest in people, providing clear professional growth including team and management development. We believe great hospitality is provided by great people!
Key Responsibilities include:
- Assisting guests with fitness equipment and ensuring their safety.
- To deliver swimming lessons of all ages and abilities.
- To plan swimming lessons using the Zest Leisure Club swimming and assessment guide.
- Conduct fitness assessments and assisting in the development of exercise programmes.
- Overseeing the cleanliness and maintenance of the fitness centre.
- Providing exceptional customer service and assisting guests with enquiries.
- Working with the team to organise fitness classes and activities.
- Ensuring the safety and well-being of all guests within the leisure facility.
The Ideal Candidate:
- The ideal candidate for this role will possess the following qualifications and attributes:
- Previous experience in a similar role is advantageous but not essential.
- A passion for health, fitness, and wellness.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- A friendly and approachable demeanor.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
- Knowledge of fitness equipment and basic exercise principles is a plus.
Benefits:
- As a part-time Leisure Assistant at Zest Leisure & Fitness, you will enjoy the following benefits:
- Access to our state-of-the-art fitness facilities.
- Training and development opportunities.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Discounts on hotel amenities and services.
- Meals on Duty
Qualifications/Requirements
- Swimming instructor qualification
- Lifeguard qualification would be an advantage.
- First Aid
- Experience in teaching swimming lessons would be an advantage
If you are passionate about fitness, dedicated to exceptional customer service, and want to be part of a vibrant team at The Killeshin Hotel, we invite you to apply for this exciting Part-Time Leisure Assistant position.
The Killeshin Hotel and Zest Leisure & Fitness are equal opportunity employers
Job Type: Part-time
Work authorisation:
- Ireland (required)
Work Location: In person