Cartoon Network Hotel Entertainment Crew Lead Supervisor
Apply locations Cartoon Network Hotel, 2285 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, PA 17602, United States of America posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id JR105899
Palace Entertainment is a leading leisure park operator in the United States and Australia overseeing more than 25 entertainment venues, hotels and educational venues across 11 different states.
The Events & Entertainment Lead will assist in the operation of events, shows, character interactions, and atmospheric entertainment to complement parkwide content and increase overall guest satisfaction.
We are currently looking for a: Cartoon Network Hotel Entertainment Crew Lead Supervisor
Roles & Responsibilities:
- Lead and motivate a team of Events & Entertainment team members to successfully execute an event
- Lead by example, attitude, and as a representation of Cartoon Network Hotel's core values
- Act as an approachable mentor and coach to all assigned team members
- Ensure compliance with company and industry best practices, policies, and procedures to create a safe and productive environment for colleagues and guests.
- Become knowledgeable of performing the essential duties of all assigned events-related positions and backfill these positions when needed
- Participate in new-hire orientation and training activities for all assigned employees
- Ensure that all required meal and other breaks are being given in accordance with PA law
- Comply with all federal and state labor laws (e.g. Child Labor laws)
- Assist with team scheduling and timekeeping activities
- Assist with the execution of live stage shows and other performances
- Organize costumed characters in assigned areas adhering to set and/or show schedules
- Assist with coaching a team of performers in acting techniques that will bring realism and excitement to the event’s theme
- Perform duties of a character escort, which include facilitating interaction and communication between character and guests, providing directions and park information, and entertaining guests
- Assist character performers with getting in and out of assigned costume
- Provide solution-based ideas to quickly and creatively resolve problems
- Support the team’s daily activities
- Execute backstage tasks as outlined in daily schedule
- Ensure that all safety and procedural protocols are being followed throughout event
- Continuously monitor the event to identify any potential threats or hazards; escalate any issues to the proper park authorities in a timely manner
- All other duties assigned by leadership
Language: Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English; Spanish or other bilingual language skills are a plus.
Education & Experience:
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
- Previous work experience in the areas of shows, acting, choreography, or performance events is a plus
Requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years of age to comply with PA Child Labor Laws
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and open to close.
- Must have reliable transportation to and from work for your scheduled shift
- Must possess exceptional customer service skills, with an ability to resolve questions, problems, issues, and concerns in a positive and professional manner
- Ability to handle high-pressure situations in a positive and professional manner, meet the demands of constant deadlines and coordinate multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
- Must possess and demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability and desire to participate in delivering successful and high-quality events
- Ability to follow direction, multi-task, handle stress, and work as part of a fast-paced team
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand, walk, and remain on feet for majority of the workday
- Ability to occasionally stoop, twist, kneel, bend, squat, or reach above shoulders
- Ability to carry, push, pull, lift, and hold objects weighing 30 pounds or more
- Ability to safely climb or descend stairs and/or ladders
Working Conditions:
- Frequent exposure to outdoor and indoor areas of the park
- Extended work hours during event preparation and execution may be required
- Frequent exposure to the variable outside temperatures, including high heat, cold, direct sun, humidity, dust, rain, snow, ice, and other weather conditions
- Subject to frequent interruptions, changing priorities, constant repetitive motion, high noise levels, flashing lights, and heavily populated environments
Team member benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Ability to cross-train and learn unique skills across various departments
- Free admission to Dutch Wonderland and all Palace Entertainment parks on your days off
- Invitations to exclusive company-sponsored employee events throughout the season
Apply today!