Seasonal Assistant Local Manager – Flexible Hours, Fast Pay

Cherry Hill Programs, Inc; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 1,515,000 - 2,617,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Same day pay

Employee Referral Program

One free Santa visit

Photo prints

Holiday cards

Digital greeting from Santa

Pixie Post access

Job summary

Cherry Hill Programs is seeking an Assistant Local Manager to help lead a seasonal team, ensure exceptional guest experiences, and support daily photo operations. You’ll drive sales, manage scheduling, and deliver memorable moments for families during the Santa photos experience.

The role emphasizes customer service, team leadership, and adaptability in a festive, fast-paced environment with opportunities for growth in our souvenir photography division.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Strong communication, organization, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Must be comfortable in a cash handling/sales transaction position.
• Ability to lead a team, work independently, and make sound decisions.
• Availability to attend required pre-season training.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and peak retail periods.
• Available to work a minimum of 20 hours a week or as needed.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment up to 10-25 pounds and stand for prolonged periods of time.

Responsibilities

• Promote a positive, collaborative environment while upholding company values and policies.
• Support opening-day preparations, including hiring completion, inventory, equipment setup/testing, scheduling, training, and opening/closing procedures.
• Capture photos and help guests choose memorable souvenirs to take home.
• Photography experience not required.
• Resolve customer concerns and service issues to support a positive guest experience.
• Lead by example and reinforce procedures set by senior management.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and escalates to IT or Local Management as needed.
• Assist the Local Manager with inventory, scheduling, training, recruiting, and other administrative tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Organization

Time management

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Cherry Hill Programs is seeking an Assistant Local Manager to help lead a seasonal team, ensure exceptional guest experiences, and support daily photo operations. You’ll drive sales, manage scheduling, and deliver memorable moments for families during the Santa photos experience.

The role emphasizes customer service, team leadership, and adaptability in a festive, fast-paced environment with opportunities for growth in our souvenir photography division.