Cast Member - Chef/Elf/Hero Kid

American Heritage Companies; Durango (CO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

American Heritage Companies is seeking Cast Members for The Polar Express Train Ride in Durango, CO. You will perform as Chef, Elf, or Hero Kid across a 55‑minute show, delivering festive entertainment for guests and coordinating with team members across train cars.

The role demands high energy, the ability to perform multiple shows per night, and comfort with audience interaction. Evenings, weekends, and holidays are required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to talk to crowds of up to 50 people.
• Acting experience required.
• Dancing experience preferred.
• Ability to sing and lead carols.
• Able to maintain high energy through up to 4 performances over 5 hours.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds.
• Will be required to work evenings, weekends, holidays.

Responsibilities

• Entertain 24-42 guests per show, 3-4 shows per night using provided script and improvisational moments.
• Safely board and de-board guests.
• Clean and inventory props.
• Transport necessary props and guest amenities to the Train.
• Other duties as necessary.

Skills

Public speaking / talk to crowds

Acting

Dancing

Singing

Stamina for multiple shows

Lifting up to 25 pounds

Evenings/weekends/holidays avail.

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: DURANGO, CO 81301

Position Type: Seasonal

Salary Range: $15.15 - $16.16 Hourly

Job Shift: Any

Division/Department: Special Events

Job Title

Cast Member-Chef/Elf/Hero Kid

Reports To

Special Events Coordinator

Type of position

Non-Exempt, Hourly

Employee Classification

Part Time-Seasonal

Pay Range

$15.16 for first years, $16.16 for returners

Location

Durango, CO

Position Summary

Cast Members aboard The Polar Express Train RideTM are responsible for the entertainment of guests for a 55 min show performing 3 shows per night over the course of the season. Chefs and stewards are the face of the show for each train car, working in pairs to entertain the guests. Elves are the Dancers at the North Pole for when the train arrives. Hero Kid has integral moments at the beginning and end of each show. Cast Members must be high energy and have the ability to perform multiple shows per night. Cast Members may also be required to fill other roles as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Entertain 24-42 guests per show, 3-4 shows per night using provided script and improvisational moments


• Safely board and de-board guests


• Clean and inventory props


• Transport necessary props and guest amenities to the Train


• Other duties as necessary

Qualifications

• Must be able to talk to crowds of up to 50 people


• Acting experience preferred but required


• Dancing experience preferred but not required


• Ability to sing and lead carols


• Able to maintain high energy through up to 4 performances over 5 hours


• Ability to lift 25 pounds


• Will be required to work evenings, weekends, holidays