Stupid Guest Tricks

Hey all,

So my CP Contract term is coming to an end soon, and I need to start thinking about where to go from here.

I definately want to go back to being a CR, though I could also do CT as well. At the same time, I want out of my area/LOB for a whole litany of reasons. Transferring back to DLR is out of the question, since I now go to school in Orlando.

I'm majoring in Hospitality Management, so I would really like to apply for a position in Resort Guest Services or Concierge. From talking to some CPs in those areas, as well as looking at EHH, it seems that they're looking for some people to work 3rd Shift in those areas - which I'm certainly willing to do (I'm a night owl as is, anyway).

Does this sound feasible to anyone? Would I be laughed out of Casting for even applying for a position in those roles, with the way the economy is at the moment? Anyone have any tips on what to expect if I'm able to get an interview? And if I do somehow get a job, how are they about working around CR/CT availability?

If that doesn't work, I could always apply for Attractions or something. And barring that, I hear Universal Orlando always looks favourably on having WDP&R experience on your resume....

In transferring from CP to CR or CT, one of the things they don't tell you is that it really is a type of transfer, and usually into your old area. It is a great opportunity to go to Casting and see what you can make happen.

glendalais wrote:I'm majoring in Hospitality Management, so I would really like to apply for a position in Resort Guest Services or Concierge. From talking to some CPs in those areas, as well as looking at EHH, it seems that they're looking for some people to work 3rd Shift in those areas - which I'm certainly willing to do (I'm a night owl as is, anyway).

Does this sound feasible to anyone? ... Anyone have any tips on what to expect if I'm able to get an interview? And if I do somehow get a job, how are they about working around CR/CT availability?

Well, seeing as how I'm a CR working in Concierge, perhaps we should talk.

Team Toaster has been quite good at working with me on scheduling, and they do indeed hire directly into Lobby Concierge, you don't have to pull six months at Cashier first. Being willing to work 3rd will endear you to most resorts.

Club Concierge, at least at our resort, is hired from the ranks of Lobby Concierge, and can be political. It seems to me that being CR is a negative.

While you're still in the CP, you should arrange to shadow this role. PM if you'd like me to help set it up from my end, but you should probably start with your CP advisor. A combination of Push and Pull usually works best.

Just in case anyone is wondering how this turned out.

I'll be transferring into a CR Merchandise position at All Star Sports come January.

Not exactly what I wanted, but I'm happy with it nonetheless. I've been in the "Parks" portion of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts for over 2.5 years now, so it'll be good to have a change of pace.

Awsome! :)