The Entertainer will play a key role in delivering exceptional holiday experiences through fun, engaging, and memorable entertainment for guests of all ages. Working closely with the Entertainment Supervisor and fellow team members, the successful candidate will assist in planning, coordinating, and performing in a variety of entertainment programmes and activities across the resort.
Responsibilities
- Work closely with the Entertainment Supervisor and other Entertainers to deliver engaging entertainment and activities.
- Assist with the planning, coordination, and delivery of varied adult and children’s entertainment programmes.
- Ensure all entertainment outlets and areas are fully stocked and attractively merchandised.
- Assist with the set‑up and preparation of the stage and entertainment areas prior to performances or activities.
- Ensure all props, costumes, and equipment are safely stored and maintained after use.
- Deliver high‑energy performances and contribute to creating a vibrant, fun, and welcoming atmosphere for all guests.
- Comply with all health and safety regulations and company standards at all times.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by entertainment schedules.
Qualifications
- Previous experience in a similar entertainment or performance role is preferred.
- A stage skill such as singing, acting, dancing, or performing is highly desirable.
- Enthusiastic, confident, and comfortable performing in front of an audience.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- A driving licence and the ability to drive is advantageous to enable easy travel to and from the park.
- A passion for delivering outstanding guest experiences.
- Team player with a creative and energetic approach.
- Establishing rapport with clients.
- Ability to identify and anticipate needs.
- Exceeding customer expectations.
- Right to live and work in the UK.
Hours and Pay
This is a seasonal position to work part‑time hours. Hours will be across variable days which will include weekends and bank holidays. Flexibility is essential to suit the needs of the business. Successful applicants are required to provide an enhanced disclosure. Hourly rate of £12..21.
Benefits
- Competitive rate of pay.
- Enhanced holiday entitlement (with the option to cash in a number of holidays per year).
- Discounted staff breaks at our resorts.
- Free use of all Darwin Escapes resort facilities including many of our free gyms and swimming pools.
- Food discount across all resorts.
- Discounts on spa treatments.
- 'Introduce a friend' recruitment bonus.
- Company employee sick pay.
- Compassionate leave pay.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Free access to the Darwin Academy training programme to help further your career and skill levels.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- MediCash cash plan.
- Subject to terms and conditions.