County Fair Admissions

San Mateo County Event Center • San Mateo, CA

7d • $20

About The Position

The SAN MATEO COUNTY FAIR is seeking Admissions Ticket Takers, Sellers, and Ambassadors to work in a fun and friendly environment during the San Mateo County Fair.

This is a seasonal position from June 2 through June 15, 2026.
Fair hours: 11am – 10pm. Shifts will vary in length; some may exceed 8 hours. Schedules are flexible.

Pay is $20.00 per hour.

Requirements

• Positive attitude and great work ethic.
• Excellent customer service skills and a strong ability to interact with all in a professional, helpful, courteous, and tactful manner.
• Excellent oral communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with the public.
• Ability to multi-task, answer questions, and operate a computer
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time.
• Requires being responsible, reliable, and dependable to fulfill job obligations.
• Punctuality is a must, as this is a time sensitive position.
• Available to work days, evenings, and weekends.
• Any combination of education, experience, and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities to perform the responsibilities of this position.

Responsibilities

• Ticket Taker Responsibilities: Greet all guests upon entrance with a smile and welcome them to the Fair. Provide the primary level of guest assistance at the venue entrances. Admit guests to the venue who present a valid ticket/credential and deny access to those who do not. Provide guests with directions or other venue information. Act upon all comments/complaints in a prompt and friendly manner. Operate small electronic scanners to validate the authenticity of tickets. Additional duties as assigned.
• Ticket Seller Responsibilities: Greet all guests at the ticket window with a smile and welcome them to the Fair. Operate touchscreen POS to sell tickets, handle cash & credit cards, and make changes. Answer guests’ questions about the Fair. Act upon all comments/complaints in a prompt and friendly manner. Additional duties as assigned.
• Ticket Ambassador Greet Guests at Self Service kiosks by admission gates. Answer guests’ questions about Fair and ticket purchases. Assist patrons with the purchase of tickets on kiosks or phones. Direct patrons to entrances. Act upon all comments/complaints in a prompt and friendly manner. Additional duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed