Scare Actor Attendant -$15/HR

Six Flags; Gurnee (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedar Fair Entertainment Company is seeking staff to assist and ensure the safety of guests and scare actors during Fright Fest. Responsibilities include escorting, protecting, and assisting scare actors, maintaining order, and answering guest questions in themed park areas.

Position requires ability to work evenings on weekends, outdoor conditions, and professional conduct. Training will cover safety standards and backstage/on-stage escort duties.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16.
• Must be able to work evening shifts on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays.
• Must actively engage with guests to assist or stop policy violations.
• Must be able to stand/walk for the length of shift.
• Willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Professional, self-motivated, multi-tasking and enthusiastic.

Responsibilities

• Escort, protect & assist Scare-Actors on the midway during Fright Fest and assist guests in themed areas.
• Ensure Scare-Actors' safety and safe interaction with guests.
• Escort Scare-Actors through the park, on stage and backstage.
• Keep track of Scare-Actors in assigned themed street areas.
• Handle issues appropriately and report unsafe acts to Supervisor.
• Answer questions regarding general park information to maintain guest satisfaction.
• Maintain order through non-physical means and adhere to policies.
• Provide direct feedback to Scare-Actors if standards or safety rules are not followed.
• Train new personnel as needed.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Guest interaction

Evening shifts

Outdoor work

Professional attitude

Stand/walk endurance

Teamwork

Job description

Overview:

To assist and ensure the safety of guests and scare actors.

Responsibilities:

• Escort, protect & assist the Scare-Actors on the midway during the Fright Fest Season as well as assist guests in the themed areas of the park
• Keep the Scare-Actors’ safety in mind at all times by ensuring safe interaction between the Scare-Actors and guests.
• Escort Scare-Actors through the park, both on stage and backstage.
• Keep track of Scare-Actors in your assigned Themed Street area.
• Handle any issues that may arise in an appropriate manner.
• Keep guest safety and satisfaction in mind by answering questions regarding general park information.
• Must be able to maintain order in your assigned area through non-physical means.
• Must purchase the Park approved Fright Fest red polo and wear black pants and appropriate shoes.
• Monitor the performance of assigned performers to ensure Scare-Actors interact correctly with guests as they are trained.
• Provide direct feedback to the Scare-Actors if standards and rules are not followed in regards to safety.
• Report any behavior that may require coaching, counseling, or disciplinary/commendable action needed to help maintain and improve the performance of the group to the Supervisor.
• Diligently follow all scheduling in regards to parades, meals, breaks.
• Report any unsafe acts or conditions to the Supervisor immediately.
• Maintain a clean work environment for the assigned street area, break area, makeup area, and Show Wardrobe.
• Adhere to and enforce all park policies and procedures as outlined in their Seasonal Handbook and the Department Standard Operating Procedure Manual.
• Train new personnel as needed.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum Age: 16
• Must be able to work evening shifts on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays
• Must be willing to actively engage with guests to both assist them and/or stop them if they do not follow park policy.
• Must be able of stand/walk for the length of shift.
• Must be willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions
• Must be professional, self-motivated, the ability to multi-task and have an enthusiastic attitude
• Must have strong teamwork skills and the ability to work with others

Cedar Fair Entertainment Company is an equal opportunity employer. A work permit may be required for associates under the age of 18. Applicants must be legally eligible for employment in the United States and in accordance with state laws. Cedar Fair also conducts background checks on all applicants 18 years of age and older.