Exotic Bird Handler/Trainer (Animal Care) (FT) ("Encargado/a de Aves Exoticas")

LOCATION

Catamaran Resort Hotel & Spa
The Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa is a Polynesian-themed destination located on the shores of Mission Bay and mere steps from San Diego's famous Pacific Beach. The resort features 310 rooms and suites, lush tropical gardens, and award-winning dining at Oceana Coastal Kitchen.

The Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa is owned by Evans Hotels, LLC, a family-owned and operated business committed to supporting and enhancing employee well-being through a variety of programs that nurture our staff professionally and personally. We offer hands-on manager and leadership training, employee appreciation days, and staff awards and recognition. Our team is also dedicated to serving our community through initiatives like company-wide beach clean-ups and volunteer opportunities.

SUMMARY
The Exotic Bird Handler ("Encargado/a de Aves Exoticas") welcomes our guests with a warm and friendly smile. Provides them with courteous, professional information regarding our exotic birds and waterfowl. Enthusiastically inform our guests of all activities and shows regarding the animals at the resort. 

PAY & PERKS

• Compensation: $21.65 now/ $23.65 beginning March 23rd**
• Earn $1000 for Culinary, Engineering, Housekeeping, and $350 for all other roles. for each hired referral at any Evans Hotels property.
• Discounted Hotel Rooms for you, family and friends.
• Free Employee Parking and/or discounted MTS Pronto card.
• Free Meals & Refreshments during working shifts.
• Career advancement opportunities!
• Health (including SIMNSA), Dental, Vision, 401k with match, life insurance, sick and vacation time.
• Discounts on cell phone bills, shoes, gym memberships, and more!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Cares for parrots and exotic waterfowl daily, including feeding, cleaning enclosures, and exhibit areas.
• Trains parrot behaviors using positive reinforcement.
• Performs shows to entertain and educate the guests and visitors.
• Monitors animals and guest interaction to ensure the safety of both guests and the animals.
• Maintains appropriate records of animal health and behavior daily.
• Performs additional duties and responsibilities as directed by the leadership team.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prior experience or training with large parrots required.
• Experience in dealing with the public or relevant customer service experience preferred. 
• Ability to maintain a friendly, team-oriented, positive attitude and a professional appearance at all times.
• Ability to be poised under pressure with continued smiles and maintain a highly diplomatic attitude with challenging guests and under stressful circumstances.
• Ability to safely lift and move up to 20 lbs.
• Ability to stand, kneel, squat for prolonged periods of time, up to and including, the entire shift.
• The following position will be filled in accordance with the process set forth in California Labor Code Section 2810.8 and San Diego Municipal Code 311.0101 et. seq.

 
**The pay scale posted is the salary or hourly wage range that the employer reasonably expects to pay for the position during the first year of employment. The posted range does NOT include potential additional types of compensation, such as gratuities, service charges, commissions, or bonuses. Actual compensation offered may fluctuate based on qualifications and/or experience.