Job opening (full time): Location Manager in Washington, DC (The Wharf) and Maryland
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GoBoat at The Wharf and National Harbor is looking for a passionate individual for the position as Location Manager.
We are busy providing people with unique, unforgettable, and sustainable experiences on the water in beautiful WDC and Maryland, and we need a new member of the GoBoat family to join the team.
You will be responsible for ensuring a high level of service, making sure all employees embody GoBoat’s company spirit and values, and maintaining a work atmosphere filled with joy and camaraderie among colleagues. We are looking for someone who is eager to lead by example and guide others.
Who is GoBoat
GoBoat was brought to life in 2014 in Copenhagen, Denmark, making the water accessible for everybody. We create unique experiences and unforgettable memories on the water to as many as possible.
At GoBoat we respect our surroundings and that’s why we treat the waters with great consideration. As daily users of the channel and harbor we have a responsibility for keeping it as clean as possible. Our boats are electrical driven and made responsibly. Some are made of reusable plastic while the newest boats and future ones are made of basalt materials.
We have locations all over the world, including Copenhagen, London and Melbourne. We are growing in multiple places worldwide with new locations opening each year while we also implement new concepts. That’s why we need more people to join our family and spred GoBoat’s maritime vibes.
Who we are looking for
Main Tasks and Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the daily operations, including shift planning, boat maintenance, training new employees, developing and updating operational procedures, and inventory management.
- Responsible for ensuring an extremely high level of service and the best possible customer journey.
- Handling daily practical and managerial challenges on an on-going basis in consultation with management.
- You will be part of the crew roster and thus part of the daily operation, leading by example in all aspects.
You Have/Are:
- Experience at a mid-management level in the hospitality or experience industry.
- High drive and energy, and the desire to work hard on both weekends and weekdays.
- The ability to keep a cool head even on the hottest and busiest days.
- Initiative and the ability to work independently.
- Technical skills, or the willingness to learn and the courage to try.
- Flexibility in working hours - meetings are often in the morning due to time zone differences
We Offer:
- Extremely varied work, where you might be sailing boats to the shipyard one day, organizing a floating event the next and on the third day being responsible for sending hundreds of happy people on the water.
- The beautiful harbors of The Wharf and National Harbor as your place of work
- Great development opportunities for the right candidate, as we are growing globally
- Close collaboration with our local partner, our International Operations Director and the rest of the management team, with a real opportunity to make a personal impact on GoBoat moving forward.
- Full-time work, 37 hours per week.
- Salary according to qualifications.
Please note that the position is seasonal, running until November 30, 2024. For the right candidate, extension or permanent employment may be considered after the season ends.
Send your motivated application with CV and a recent photo to sara@goboat.dk no later than June 15th. Interviews will be held on an ongoing basis, so send your application today!