Pay rate: $16/ hour - Use our Daily Pay benefit and get access to your pay as you need it.
Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo provides you with the unique opportunity to meet and greet with guests who share your enthusiasm for the great outdoors at our authentic Florida dude ranch, which lies on 1,700 beautiful acres overlooking the scenic Kissimmee River and just one hour south of Orlando. Enjoy the surroundings and excitement that our amazing resort offers such as incredible outdoor recreational opportunities, including the River Country Water Park, horseback riding, airboat and swamp buggy rides, trap & skeet range, full-service marina and award-winning Saturday night rodeo. As part of Westgate Resorts, recognized by U.S. News as one of the Best Companies to Work For, you’ll be joining a team committed to excellence and creating unforgettable vacation experiences and supporting your career growth where you are or at 60+ resorts across the company.
As a Resort Experience Host, you will create engaging and memorable experiences for guests of all ages through activities, events, and recreational programs. This role is ideal for energetic, outgoing individuals with a strong background in entertainment and guest engagement, especially within the hospitality, resort, or theme park industry. If you enjoy working outdoors, performing in front of groups, and delivering high-energy guest experiences, this role is for you.
In this role, you demonstrate Westgate’s core values of Passion, Integrity, and Work Ethic in every interaction.
What You'll Do as a Resort Experience Host:
• Lead and facilitate a variety of entertainment-based activities and events for adults, children, and families.
• Host guest engagement programs such as trivia, bingo, games, contests, and recreational activities.
• Participate in special events and help create memorable, high-energy guest experiences.
• Use strong public speaking and hosting skills to engage and entertain groups of all sizes.
• Develop new activity ideas and contribute to enhancing resort entertainment programming.
• Maintain daily activity logs and track guest participation.
• Handle monetary transactions and follow proper cash-handling procedures.
• Assist guests with equipment rentals and check-outs using computer systems.
• Enforce safety guidelines while maintaining a fun and engaging atmosphere.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of activity areas and recreational facilities.
• Assist with inventory management and operational support as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support resort operations.
What You Will Bring as a Resort Experience Host:
• Previous experience in entertainment, hospitality, resort, or theme park environments strongly preferred.
• Experience hosting or leading guest-facing entertainment activities such as trivia, bingo, games, stage hosting, or group activities required/preferred.
• Strong public speaking, microphone presence, and guest engagement skills are a must.
• Energetic, outgoing personality with a passion for entertainment and guest interaction.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic computer skills and cash-handling experience preferred.
• Commitment to delivering high-energy entertainment while maintaining safety standards.
Requirements:
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Must be available to work weekends, holidays, and flexible schedules as needed.
• Required to pass a background check, drug test, and provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• Must uphold Westgate Resorts' standards of professionalism, integrity, and guest service.
Why Westgate?
Westgate Resorts is an Equal Employment Opportunity employerAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected status under federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email WGAccommodations@wgresorts.com with the job title and the location of the position for which you are applying.
This job posting is intended to provide a general overview of the position and may not include every responsibility, duty, or qualification required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
We are proud to be recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Companies to Work For. This award reflects our ongoing commitment to creating a positive, supporting, and rewarding workplace where our Team Members can grow and thrive. At Westgate Resorts, we believe our people are the heart of everything we do - and this honor is a testament to their passion, integrity, and work ethic.
Westgate Resorts is a diversified hospitality company headquartered in Orlando, Fla., featuring the largest privately held timeshare resort club in the world and a portfolio of more than 60 resort properties. The company offers spacious villa accommodations, world-class amenities, and family-friendly destinations in sought-after locations such as Orlando, Las Vegas, Gatlinburg, Park City, and Myrtle Beach. In 2025, the company expanded its footprint with the addition of VI Resorts by Westgate, enhancing its presence in the Pacific Northwest, Hawaii, Canada, and Mexico. Since its founding in 1982, Westgate has focused on creating memorable vacations and delivering exceptional service, while maintaining a commitment to innovation, hospitality, and community engagement. Whether guests are seeking relaxation, adventure, or a combination of both, the company’s 9,000 Team Members provide personalized and value-driven getaways tailored to every traveler’s needs.
Our Mission:
We create meaningful vacation experiences that bring families together, foster connection, and build cherished memories for a lifetime.
Social Responsibility:
We strive to be successful within the confines of ethical and moral standards to uphold the quality of our natural environment and community. The health and safety of our owners and team members is paramount.
Westgate Resorts also operates the Westgate Resorts Foundation, which was started in 2001 and has since grown to provide assistance to more than 250 charities and causes in communities where Westgate Resorts team members live and work.
