Fairgrounds Racket Club - Experience Creator, Edmonton

Fairgrounds - Alberta; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Fairgrounds Racket Club in Edmonton seeks an Experience Creator to be the welcoming face of the club and to lead on-site pickleball programming.

You will foster a vibrant, customer-focused environment, assist guests and members, and help with daily operations while delivering high-energy service that reflects the Fairgrounds experience.

Qualifications

• Previous customer service experience in retail or enclosed pro shop setting.
• Basic knowledge of racket sports, especially pickleball or padel.
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to learn about equipment and accessories.
• Able to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service to guests in the pro shop.
• Assist members with check-in and questions about court times and memberships.
• Help customers select pickleball equipment, apparel, and accessories.
• Facilitate basic pickleball programming (round robins, open plays).
• Process sales transactions using the point-of-sale system.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pro shop and courts.
• Log security concerns and assist with inventory management.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Multitasking

Basic computer skills

Team work

Weekend/evening availability

Tools

POS system

Job description

Fairgrounds Racket Club - Experience Creator, Edmonton

• Edmonton Edmonton, AB
• Part-Time
• $17 - $19/hourly

Job Description

Are you energetic, personable, and passionate about creating memorable experiences? Fairgrounds is looking for a vibrant, people-first individual to join our team as an Experience Creator—someone who brings positivity, enthusiasm, and professionalism to everything they do.

If you love engaging with others, have a passion for racket sports (especially pickleball!), and take pride in delivering outstanding customer service, we want to hear from you!

About the Role: Experience Creator

As an Experience Creator, you'll be the face of Fairgrounds—ensuring every member and guest enjoys a seamless, welcoming, and elevated club experience. You’ll also lead and support our on-site pickleball programming, helping create fun, inclusive, and high-quality play opportunities for all skill levels.

Working closely with the Site Manager and General Manager, you’ll help maintain daily operations, foster community, and uphold the energy and service standards that define the Fairgrounds experience. This role is a key part of shaping our community and delivering on the promise of what Fairgrounds can be.

Responsibilities:

• Provide exceptional customer service to all guests visiting the pro shop, creating a welcoming and fun environment
• Assist members checking into the club and answering any questions in regards to court times, memberships and general inquiries,
• Assist customers in finding and selecting the right pickleball equipment, apparel, and accessories.
• Facilitate basic Pickleball programming (round robins, open plays, etc)
• Offer product recommendations and knowledge to ensure customers make informedpurchasing decisions.
• Process sales transactions accurately and efficiently using the point-of-sale system.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the pro shop and courts.
• Complete routine walk throughs to ensure all parts of the facility are running smoothly.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of Fairgrounds' products and services, effectively communicating their features and benefits to customers.
• Proactively identify opportunities to upsell and cross-sell products to enhance the customer experience and increase sales.
• Assist with social media when applicable.
• Promptly log and report any security incident/concerns when they arise.
• Handle customer inquiries, requests, and complaints in a prompt and courteous manner, seeking resolutions when needed.
• Assist with inventory management, including receiving, stocking, and conducting periodic stock checks.

Job Qualifications:

• Previous customer service experience, preferably in a retail or pro shop environment.
• Basic knowledge of racket sports, particularly Pickleball and/or Padel
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a friendly, outgoing personality.
• Strong verbal communication skills to engage and assist customers effectively.
• Willingness to learn about pickleball equipment and accessories.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and accuracy when processing sales transactions.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with point-of-sale systems.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as required.

Schedule:

• Opening, closing, weekend and holiday availability

We appreciate all applicants for our interest in joining our team, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Fairgrounds is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and foster an inclusiveenvironment for all employees and applicants. We celebrate different backgrounds,perspectives, and experiences, and believe they contribute to the richness of our companyculture.