Play Center Shift Leader

Puffy Park Indoor Playground; Exton (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Free uniforms

Training and development

Opportunity for advancement

Supportive team atmosphere

Grow with the company

Job summary

Puffy Park Indoor Playground in Exton, PA, is seeking a Shift Leader to oversee daily operations and lead the team. This role involves ensuring excellent customer service and maintaining safety standards while supervising children during play sessions.

The ideal candidate should have previous experience in customer service or childcare and be able to multitask in a busy environment. Opportunities for advancement and a supportive team atmosphere are also part of the package.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Previous customer service or childcare experience preferred.
• Friendly, dependable, and customer-service focused.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the team during assigned shifts.
• Greet members and handle admissions and bookings.
• Supervise children to ensure safety and enjoyment.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Multitasking

Childcare

Communication

Tools

POS system

Basic computer skills

Job description

Benefits

• Opportunity to grow with the company


• Performance-based bonus/incentive opportunities


• Employee discounts


• Free uniforms


• Opportunity for advancement


• Paid time off


• Training & development

About Us

We are a kids indoor playground in Exton, PA, dedicated to making every visit fun, safe, and memorable for kids and families. We host play sessions, birthday parties, and special events in a fun, fast-paced, and family-focused environment.

Position Overview

We are hiring a Shift Leader to help with daily operations and lead our team of Play Center Associates. The Shift Leader will support the team, ensure excellent customer service, maintain safety standards, and help keep the facility running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

Shift Leadership & Team Support

• Lead and support Play Center Associates during assigned shifts.


• Ensure employees remain engaged, productive, and attentive to their assigned responsibilities.


• Communicate daily priorities, operational updates, and important information to team members.


• Serve as a role model for professionalism, customer service, safety, and teamwork.


• Communicate staffing or performance concerns to management.

Front Desk & Guest Services

• Greet all members, guests, and prospective members with a positive, high-energy, and welcoming attitude.


• Handle admissions, waivers, memberships, and party bookings.


• Answer incoming phone calls and assist guests with questions or concerns.


• Operate the POS system and accurately handle cash and card transactions.


• Assist with resolving guest concerns and elevate situations to management when necessary.

Playground Floor & Safety

• Supervise children at all times to ensure their safety, well-being, and enjoyment.


• Respond calmly and appropriately to urgent or unforeseen situations.


• Ensure staff remain attentive and properly positioned while supervising children.


• Report accidents, incidents, maintenance concerns, or safety issues to management promptly.


• Help ensure the facility remains clean and organized throughout the shift.

Birthday Parties & Special Events

• Host and lead birthday parties and special events.


• Greet party families and explain party flow, schedules, and rules.


• Assist with set up and clean party rooms before and after events.


• Assist with staff coordination during busy party periods.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, and move throughout the facility for extended periods.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous customer service, childcare, hospitality, recreation, or leadership experience preferred.


• Previous supervisory or shift-lead experience is a plus.


• Friendly, upbeat, dependable, and customer-service focused.


• Comfortable working around young children and families.


• Able to multitask in a busy, family-focused environment.


• Reliable, punctual, and detail oriented.


• Basic computer/POS skills.


• Comfortable providing direction and support to team members.


• Able to work independently and make appropriate decisions during a shift.


• Must be at least 18 years old.

Schedule

• Weekdays, weekends, and holidays may be required.


• Full-time preferred; part-time opportunities may be available.


• Flexible scheduling based on business needs.

Benefits

• Performance-based bonus/incentive opportunities


• Employee discount


• Paid time off (PTO)


• Free uniforms


• Training and development


• Opportunities for advancement


• Supportive team atmosphere


• Opportunity to grow with the company

Work Location

In person — Exton, PA