Seasonal Skate Host: Part-Time Ice-Rink Support & Safety

Legends Global; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Leave Accrual

Sick Time Accrual

401(k) once eligibility is met

Job summary

Legends Global is seeking a Seasonal Skate Host for the Ice-Skating Ribbon at Maggie Daley Park in Chicago. This part-time, non-exempt role supports guest experience, safety, and a festive atmosphere across multiple shifts during the winter season.

You will greet guests, assist skaters, enforce safety rules, and help with warming tents and rental areas. The position requires reliability, punctuality, and strong customer service in a busy, public setting.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years skating experience is needed; hockey experience preferred; references will be checked.
• Snow removal experience required.
• Must have own skates.
• Prior customer service or recreation experience is a plus.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Ability to stay calm and professional in a busy, public-facing environment.
• Team player with a positive, proactive attitude.
• Committed to guest safety, accessibility and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests with a friendly and welcoming attitude.
• Assist skaters safely on the ice.
• Help guests who fall or need support while skating.
• Provide information about rink rules, park amenities, and skating guidelines.
• Observe skaters to encourage safe behavior and enforce rink policies.
• Respond to incidents and report injuries or concerns to the Skate Host Leader or Operations Team.
• Support cleanliness and organization in warming tents, rental areas, and guest zones.
• Assist with crowd control and guest flow during peak times on the ice.
• Participate in special events and group programs during the winter season.
• Help create a fun, inclusive, and festive atmosphere during themed or high-traffic sessions.
• Complete other job responsibilities and duties as assigned.

Skills

Skating experience

Customer service

Communication skills

AED/CPR Certification

Cold-weather work

Job description

Legends Global is seeking a Seasonal Skate Host for the Ice-Skating Ribbon at Maggie Daley Park in Chicago. This part-time, non-exempt role supports guest experience, safety, and a festive atmosphere across multiple shifts during the winter season.

You will greet guests, assist skaters, enforce safety rules, and help with warming tents and rental areas. The position requires reliability, punctuality, and strong customer service in a busy, public setting.