Mrs. Claus

Scream-a-geddon; Dade City (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Costume provided

Paid training

Job summary

Snowcat Ridge invites applicants to join as Mrs. Claus for our holiday season in Dade City, FL. You will lead Story Time sessions, stay in character, welcome families, and engage guests with questions while spreading festive cheer.

This seasonal, outdoor role requires a warm, expressive reader with a love for storytelling. Costume is provided, and paid training will help you follow character guidelines.

Qualifications

• 18 years or older.
• Expressive reading aloud voice suitable for outdoor setting.
• Warm, patient, and joyful with young children and families.
• Able to stay in character as Mrs. Claus at all times.
• Willing to complete a background check.
• Reliable with punctuality and following instructions.
• Available for weekends, evenings, and holidays through December 24.
• Able to sit or stand for extended periods outdoors in varying weather.

Responsibilities

• Lead Story Time with Mrs. Claus sessions throughout the day.
• Stay in character as Mrs. Claus at all times while guests can see or hear you.
• Welcome children and families, invite them to join story time, engage them with questions.
• Pose for photos with guests between story sessions.
• Keep the story time area tidy, with books and props organized.
• Coordinate break times with Santa and your supervisor so guests have characters to visit.
• Answer guest questions about Santa's Christmas Lane and direct to Santa's Cozy Cabin, Gift Shoppe, and Peppermint Play Zone.
• Report guest concerns, lost children, or safety issues to a supervisor.
• Maintain a neat, complete Mrs. Claus appearance throughout your shift.

Skills

Reading aloud

Storytelling

Customer service

Punctuality

Patience with children

Job description

Snowcat Ridge: Seasonal Mrs. Claus Position

Are you looking for a heartwarming role where you bring the magic of Christmas to life for children and families? Do you love reading aloud, telling stories, and making little ones feel special?

Join Snowcat Ridge, Florida's first Alpine Snow Park, as Mrs. Claus for our exciting holiday season. You'll lead Story Time with Mrs. Claus on Santa's Christmas Lane, captivating guests of all ages with heartwarming Christmas tales. This is a great opportunity to perform in a festive outdoor setting, use your storytelling talents, and create holiday memories that families will treasure for years.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Story Time with Mrs. Claus sessions throughout the day, reading Christmas stories with warmth and expression
• Stay in character as Mrs. Claus at all times while guests can see or hear you
• Welcome children and families, invite them to join story time, and engage them with questions and holiday conversation
• Pose for photos with guests between story sessions
• Keep the story time area tidy, with books and props organized and ready
• Coordinate break times with Santa and your supervisor so guests always have holiday characters to visit
• Answer guest questions about Santa's Christmas Lane and direct them to Santa's Cozy Cabin, Santa's Gift Shoppe, and the Peppermint Play Zone
• Report guest concerns, lost children, or safety issues to a supervisor immediately
• Maintain a neat, complete Mrs. Claus appearance throughout your shift

Work Areas You May Be Assigned To

• Story Time with Mrs. Claus: Read Christmas stories to children and families on Santa's Christmas Lane
• Santa's Christmas Lane: Greet guests, pose for photos, and spread holiday cheer

Requirements

• 18 years or older
• Strong, expressive reading-aloud voice that carries in an outdoor setting
• Warm, patient, and joyful with young children and families
• Able to stay in character and handle shy or upset children with kindness
• Willing to complete a background check
• Reliable with punctuality and following instructions
• Available for weekends, evenings, and holidays through December 24
• Able to sit or stand for extended periods while in costume and work outdoors in various weather conditions

Helpful but Not Required

• Experience in theater, storytelling, character performance, teaching, or childcare
• Experience portraying Mrs. Claus or another holiday character
• Customer service, hospitality, or theme park experience

What We Provide

• Mrs. Claus costume to wear during your shifts
• Paid training on story time sessions and character guidelines

Location:

27839 St Joe Rd, Dade City, FL 33525, USA

Snowcat Ridge is Florida's one and only snow park located in Dade City! There are endless opportunities within our park to enjoy the winter season assisting on the Snowy Slopes, Snow Dome, Ice Ribbon, and more!