Retail Shift Lead

What you'll bring to the team** **Job Summary:** **The Retail Shift Lead is responsible for assisting the team as a part of the day-to-day Retail operations of the attraction. The Shift Leads' primary responsibilities include serving as the department's Supervisor on Duty and assuming the role of assigned hosts positions, where necessary. The Shift Lead also has a day-to-day role in developing our front-line team members to deliver world-class customer service** **Key Responsibilities:** ** When assigned the Supervisor on Duty, oversee the smooth operation of all departments including Admissions, Attraction, Food and Beverage, and Retail** ** Delegate and monitor daily assignments for front line staff.** ** Lead and motivate staff to be guest obsessed and provide exemplary customer service.** ** Uphold all health and safety policies and procedures and ensure all teams are compliant.** ** Manage queues and guest flow within the busiest areas of the attraction in the safest and most optimal way.** ** Efficiently respond to guest issues and concerns throughout the day by communicating amongst relevant departments.** ** Initiate and organize all Host training in areas such as ride safety, food safety, profit protection, and retail standards. Maintain adequate records.** ** Ensure that team members are empowered to deliver outstanding customer service including guest recovery as needed. Evaluate workforce performance. Coach and/or escalate as needed.** ** When not duty managing, Shift Leads will support their respective department in areas such as training, stocking, inventory controls, employee engagement, and scheduling.** ** The above list is not exclusive or exhaustive and may require undertaking such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope and grading of the role.** ** Perform other duties as assigned.** **Qualifications & Experience** **Education and Experience:** **High School diploma or GED. Minimum six months' experience working in attractions, entertainment, or other service industry roles preferred. Any combination of training and/or experience which demonstrates ability to perform the duties as described; a typical qualifying background would include experience working in an office environment involving public contact. Customer service and guest interaction experience and proficiency is required. Experience and passion for entertaining children and families is required. The ability to train others effectively is required. This position requires a fun, expert, outgoing approach to interacting with others and the ability to lead a team to do the same, with an ability to provide service at the highest possible level. Excellent communication and motivational skills are required** **Licenses and Certifications** **Ability to obtain related licensures or certification as may be required to perform the essential function of the position or as required by law.** **Benefits** **Benefits of Merlin Entertainments** + Excellent health care options (medical, dental, and vision that encourage preventative care). + Outstanding Paid Time Off (PTO) that allows for adventure, rest, relaxation, or recuperation. + Merlin Magic Pass for friends and family to enjoy the parks & attractions + Recognition Programs and Rewards + 401(k) program with company match + Tuition reimbursement programs + Numerous learning and advancement opportunities **Pay Range** USD $16.00/Hr. Submit a Referral ( **Connect With Us!** At Merlin we welcome the world to our magical attractions and resorts every day and we want to reflect that same multicultural mix inside our business too. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse workplace where people can be themselves, have the same opportunities and thrive together. Because at Merlin, everyone matters! Together, we work to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, no matter their age, race, gender, disability or sexual orientation. Although we understand that we'll always be learning and growing, we aim to be the most inclusive and flexible employer in our industry. **Location (Country-State-City)** _US-OH-Columbus, OH_ **Job ID** _2025-8685_ **Employment Type** _Full-Time_ **Offer/Contract Type** _At Will (US Only)_ **Location Name** _LEGOLAND Discovery Center Columbus_ **_Job Locations_** _US-OH-Columbus, OH_