Lifeguard in Middleburg, Virginia at Salamander Hospitality

Looking for the perfect summer job? Join the team at Salamander Middleburg, a Forbes Five-Star luxury resort where exceptional guest service, teamwork, and unforgettable experiences come together. We are seeking energetic, safety-focused, and customer-service-oriented Lifeguards to help create an outstanding pool experience for our resort guests and members through Labor Day.

If you enjoy working outdoors, interacting with people, and being part of a fun, fast-paced hospitality environment, we'd love to meet you.

• Welcome guests and members with a warm, friendly, and professional attitude.
• Monitor pool activities to ensure the safety and well-being of all guests.
• Provide outstanding customer service while maintaining a luxury resort experience.
• Distribute fresh towels and assist guests with seating and pool amenities.
• Set up and arrange lounge chairs, umbrellas, tables, cabanas, and other pool furniture before opening.
• Break down and properly store pool furniture and equipment at the end of each day.
• Keep the pool deck, surrounding areas, and recreational spaces clean, organized, and guest-ready throughout the day.
• Enforce all pool safety rules and respond appropriately to emergencies.
• Inspect pool furniture and equipment, reporting or replacing damaged items as needed.
• Assist with poolside activities, games, and special events.
• Operate the point-of-sale system, process payments, and complete rental and waiver documentation.
• Respond promptly to guest requests and anticipate guest needs.
• Follow all resort policies, safety procedures, and Recreation Department standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification, including CPR and First Aid, required.
• Previous lifeguard, pool attendant, recreation, hospitality, customer service, or resort experience preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Friendly, dependable, and team-oriented.
• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions in emergency situations.
• Comfortable working outdoors in hot weather and varying conditions.

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Frequently bend, stoop, kneel, stretch, and lift up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to work outdoors for the duration of scheduled shifts.
• Must possess excellent vision, hearing, and verbal communication skills necessary to monitor guest safety.
• Ability to operate pool equipment, point-of-sale systems, and recreational equipment, including bicycles.

• Competitive pay
• Seasonal employment through Labor Day
• Lunch is provided
• Beautiful outdoor work environment
• Fun, team-oriented culture
• Opportunity to gain luxury hospitality and recreation experience
• Career growth opportunities within Salamander Collection

Apply today and spend your summer creating memorable experiences while keeping our guests safe at one of the country's premier luxury resorts.

Salamander Collection is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

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