JOB DESCRIPTION:
Join our team at Lucky Ladd Farms, an award-winning agritourism destination, as a Tour Guide and help bring educational experiences to life for students of all ages! As a Tour Guide, you'll have the opportunity to lead interactive and engaging guided tours for school groups, sharing your passion for nature, agriculture, animals, and education while inspiring the next generation of learners. Whether you're an educator, an outdoor enthusiast, or simply someone who loves working with children, we invite you to apply and be a part of our dynamic and dedicated team!
BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM:
- Hourly pay: $12-$15 per hour
- Free meal with a 6+ hour shift
- Unlimited visits for you and 5 guests
- Discounts on food and merchandise
- FREE tulips, strawberries, sunflowers, and pumpkin (with seasonal availability)
- $100 Employee referral rewards
- Shirt and name badge provided
- Staff appreciation events
- Seasonal bonus opportunities
YOUR ROLE ON OUR TEAM:
- Lead guided tours for school groups, ensuring a fun and educational experience for students
- Conduct interactive and engaging presentations about farm animals, farming practices, and environmental topics
- Adapt communication style to suit different ages and learning abilities of guests
- Ensure safety and supervision of students, teachers, and guests during the tour
- Manage group dynamics and maintain a positive and organized atmosphere
- Answer questions and provide information about the farm and its attractions
- Collaborate with other staff members to ensure a smooth and efficient tour experience
- Assist with tour preparations for set-up and end-of-tour clean up and closing
SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES HAVE:
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Ability to engage and interact with children of various ages and backgrounds
- Knowledge of agriculture, farming practices, and environmental topics helpful
- Ability to work outdoors in a fast-paced environment
- Friendly, patient, and energetic demeanor
- Ability to work with groups of varying sizes and ages
- Basic first aid and emergency response training helpful
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Tours will take place outdoors on a farm on gravel, mulch, grass, and dirt walking paths
- Guides will be required to stand and walk for extended periods
- Weather conditions may vary, including heat, rain, and cold temperatures
TOUR GUIDE SHIFT OPTIONS:
- Wednesdays, (and possibly Thursdays, and Fridays)
- Shifts start at 7:30 am, 7:45 am, 8:00 am, 8:30 am, and 8:45 am
- Shifts end at 1:30 pm, 1:45 pm, 2:00 pm, and 2:30 pm
JOB-TYPE:
This is a part-time, seasonal position. Tour Guides typically work 6 hours per week. We are working to expand guided-tours to include Thursdays and Fridays but this will depend on staffing so there could be an option to add Thursdays and Fridays; however, most of our tour guides will opt to cross-train in another area if wanting to pick-up additional hours.
This is an excellent opportunity for a stay-at-home parent wanting to earn some extra money while their child is in school as the shifts occur within the school day in between morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up.
To expedite the hiring and interview process, please apply at: https://www.emailmeform.com/builder/emf/llf/seasonal
Job Types: Part-time, Seasonal
Pay: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour
Expected hours: 5 – 18 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Referral program
Schedule:
- Day shift
- No nights
- No weekends
Supplemental Pay:
Work Location: In person
