Park Manager — Lead Guests, Teams & Safe Fun

Kids Empire; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision (voluntary)

Supplemental Accident and Hospital Ins

EAP

Life Insurance

401(k) Matching

Recreational Discounts

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Kids Empire is seeking a hands-on Park Manager to supervise daily park operations, lead and develop teams, and ensure a safe, fun guest experience for families. The role involves hiring, scheduling, evaluating staff, managing events, vendor relations, and maintaining accurate records while upholding company standards in a fast-paced environment.

You will interact with guests of all ages, coordinate with corporate teams, and help drive successful park openings and ongoing operations with a focus

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in a fast-paced guest-facing environment.
• Proven ability to manage schedules, training, and guest satisfaction.
• Strong communication and conflict resolution skills in a family-friendly setting.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and ensure a welcoming park atmosphere.
• Lead staff, schedule shifts, and monitor attendance/time clocks.
• Hire qualified employees and conduct performance evaluations.
• Manage birthday parties and events, vendor coordination, and safety compliance.
• Maintain park operations, cash handling, and check-in processes.
• Ensure guest safety and enforce park rules and policies.
• Collaborate with corporate teams and support location expansion efforts.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Conflict resolution

Customer service

Team management

Time management

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

iPad

Job description

Kids Empire is seeking a hands-on Park Manager to supervise daily park operations, lead and develop teams, and ensure a safe, fun guest experience for families. The role involves hiring, scheduling, evaluating staff, managing events, vendor relations, and maintaining accurate records while upholding company standards in a fast-paced environment.

You will interact with guests of all ages, coordinate with corporate teams, and help drive successful park openings and ongoing operations with a focus