Full-Time

Assistant Supervisor

Guest Arrival

United Parks & Resorts

United Parks & Resorts

1,001-5,000 employees

Zoological parks offering welfare and conservation.

No salary listed

Orlando, FL, USA

In Person

Category
Retail (2)
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Requirements
  • During peak season, at least 4 days of unrestricted availability with one day being a weekend day, and availability to work holidays
  • During the off season, at least 3 days of unrestricted availability with one day being a weekend day, and availability to work holidays
  • At least 18 years old
  • Valid state driver's license
  • Ability to complete CPR/AED training/certification
  • Ability to be certified on all attractions
  • Outstanding communication, public speaking, problem solving and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to remain calm and professional during challenging situations
  • Computer proficiency with MS Office
  • Comfortable working outdoors, around water and at heights up to 350 ft
  • Previous cash handling experience and ability to work multiple selling systems
  • Ability to train on and use protective gear
  • Flexibility in working varied hours
Responsibilities
  • Lead and inspire a team to deliver great guest experiences from the start, modeling and performing the highest standards of service and fostering a positive atmosphere for guests and team members
  • Supervise, train, and counsel Ambassadors and perform the job duties in Guest Arrival areas such as Parking Lot, Ticketing, Turnstiles, and Reservation Check-In Area
  • Track labor, including daily scheduling and break management
  • Oversee opening and closing procedures
  • Maintain a clean and safe environment for all team members, guests, and animals
  • Develop team members through training, feedback and coaching
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and policies
  • Create and maintain team rotation grid
  • Respond to guest and team member needs
  • Report project status to Supervisors and Managers
  • Ensure strict adherence to all cash handling procedures
Desired Qualifications
  • Related Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • Previous leadership experience highly desirable
United Parks & Resorts

United Parks & Resorts

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United Parks & Resorts is a zoological organization that blends entertainment with wildlife care and conservation. It operates zoological collections and offers experiences, merchandise, and educational resources for families and travelers, with ticket sales serving as a primary revenue stream. A portion of proceeds supports animal rescue, rehabilitation, and conservation programs worldwide, including efforts to return rescued marine and terrestrial animals to their natural habitats. The company emphasizes animal welfare, training, husbandry, and veterinary care as core capabilities, and pursues sustainability across environmental, social, and economic dimensions. It also tackles ocean plastics and wildlife threats through partnerships with conservation groups. The overall goal is to provide engaging experiences while actively protecting wildlife and ecosystems for the long term.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Orlando, Florida

Founded

2009

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • New attractions Phoenix Rising and Loch Ness Monster drive incremental visitation and engagement.
  • Strong consumer confidence reflected in 4.1% deferred revenue growth supports future pricing power.
  • Strategic brand partnerships expand ancillary revenue beyond traditional theme park offerings.

What critics are saying

  • DOJ lawsuit filed March 2026 alleges disability discrimination; demands policy changes and penalties.
  • Florida weather dependency cost 140,000 guests in Q1 2026; recurring seasonal revenue risk.
  • Universal Epic Universe opened 2025, directly cannibalizing Orlando-area discretionary travel spending.

What makes United Parks & Resorts unique

  • Record in-park per capita spending of $40.62 in Q1 2026 demonstrates strong monetization capabilities.
  • Paid pass sales up 10% and deferred revenue of $203.8M signal robust advance bookings.
  • Celebrity culinary partnerships like TOMA by Sofia Vergara create differentiated revenue streams.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

16%

1 year growth

16%

2 year growth

16%
PR Newswire
May 12th, 2025
United Parks Resorts Inc. Reports First Quarter 2025 Results

ORLANDO, Fla., May 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- United Parks Resorts Inc. (NYSE: PRKS), a leading theme park and entertainment company, today reported its financial results for the first quarter of 2025. First Quarter 2025 Highlights Attendance was 3.4 million guests, a decrease of approximately 59,000 guests or 1.7% from the first quarter of 2024. Total revenue was $286.9 million, a decrease of $10.5 million or 3.5% from the first quarter of 2024

PR Newswire
Feb 26th, 2025
United Parks Resorts Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter And Fiscal 2024 Results

ORLANDO, Fla., Feb. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- United Parks Resorts Inc. (NYSE: PRKS), a leading theme park and entertainment company, today reported its financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2024. Fourth Quarter 2024 Highlights Attendance was 4.9 million guests, a decrease of approximately 79,000 guests from the fourth quarter of 2023. Total revenue was $384.4 million, a decrease of $4.6 million or 1.2% from the fourth quarter of 2023

PR Newswire
Dec 10th, 2024
Sam Nazarian'S C3 Announces New National Collaboration With United Parks & Resorts

Guests can get a first taste as Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Teams Up with Innovative Latinx Culinary Brand TOMA by Sofia and Manolo Vergara. TOMA is the first of C3's culinary brands to launch as part of the new relationship with United Parks Resorts. MIAMI, Dec. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sam Nazarian's C3, a CPG and culinary brands company connecting new audiences through food brands in exclusive arrangements, is excited to announce that it's teaming up with United Parks Resorts, a global theme park and entertainment company that owns or licenses a diverse portfolio of award-winning park brands and experiences. Guests got a first taste at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay during Howl-O-Scream with the launch of TOMA, the innovative culinary brand by Sofia Vergara and her son, Manolo Gonzalez Vergara, that offers modern takes on classic Latin American cuisine. TOMA was so popular at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay that there is another iteration for guests to enjoy during Christmas Town, happening now through January 5

PR Newswire
Nov 7th, 2024
United Parks Resorts Inc. Reports Third Quarter And First Nine Months 2024 Results

ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- United Parks Resorts Inc. (NYSE: PRKS), a leading theme park and entertainment company, today reported its financial results for the third quarter and first nine months of fiscal year 2024. Third Quarter 2024 Highlights Attendance was 7.0 million guests, a decrease of approximately 0.1 million guests or 1.4% from the third quarter of 2023. Total revenue was $545.9 million, a decrease of $2.3 million or 0.4% from the third quarter of 2023

PR Newswire
Aug 7th, 2024
United Parks Resorts Inc. Reports Second Quarter And First Six Months 2024 Results

ORLANDO, Fla., Aug. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- United Parks & Resorts Inc. (NYSE: PRKS), a leading theme park and entertainment company, today reported its financial results for the second quarter and first six months of fiscal year 2024.Second Quarter 2024 HighlightsAttendance was 6.2 million guests, an increase of approximately 0.05 million guests or 0.8% from the second quarter of 2023.Total revenue was $497.6 million , an increase of $1.6 million or 0.3% from the second quarter of 2023., an increase of or 0.3% from the second quarter of 2023. Net income was $91.1 million , an increase of $4.1 million or 4.7% from the second quarter of 2023., an increase of or 4.7% from the second quarter of 2023. Adjusted EBITDA [1] was $218.2 million , a decrease of $6.1 million or 2.7% from the second quarter of 2023.was , a decrease of or 2.7% from the second quarter of 2023. Total revenue per capita[2] decreased 0.4% to $80.44 from the second quarter of 2023