Birthday Party Host - Conservatory

PARK DISTRICT OF OAK PARK•Oak Park, IL

2d•$15 - $15•Onsite

About The Position

The Birthday Party Host - Conservatory is a Part-Time Position. We offer competitive compensation, PTO and an employee discount for part-time employees. The Birthday Party Host responsibilities are to facilitate, supervise and organize Conservatory birthday party attendees in fun and safe manner.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years of age or have a work permit if 15 years of age
Certification in advanced Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Aid and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) within 1 month of employment
Ability to work with and instruct children
Ability to multi-task workload
Customer service focus
Oral and written communication skills
Organization and interpersonal skills
Planning and problem solving skills
Ability to respond to problems or stressful situations at all times and with good judgment and accuracy
Ability to follow directions and work under supervision of the birthday party leader
Ability to convey a favorable Park District image with the media, partner organizations, and the public
Ability to work effectively with entire District staff, works with a variety of people and personalities, and maintains a positive working relationship with other employees
Establishes and maintains the highest standards of ethical conduct

Nice To Haves

Ability to present ideas and recommendations in a concise verbal and written manner
Ability to understand and carry out verbal and/or written instructions efficiently and effectively
Ability to use independent judgment, initiative and respond to unexpected or unplanned events or demands

Responsibilities

Facilitates and supervises children's birthday parties at the Oak Park Conservatory, to ensure guest are actively engaged, safe, and having fun.
Redirect participant behavior when necessary, enforce park district rules, and make sound decisions in order to secure the safety and well-being of all participants, staff, facilities, and equipment.
Maintains inventory, and orgranization of party supplies and submit needs to supervisor in a timely manner.
Responsible for the setup and cleanup for birthday party event.
Greet host and guests, provides excellent customer service.
Assist party participants in a fun and safe manner throughout the party
Display an attitude of fun and enthusiasm throughout the event.
Assist in the development of activities and crafts during the birthday party.
Maintains a complete understanding of Park District emergency action plan
Maintains knowledge of and follows all Federal, State, Local and Park District safety regulations
Communicates any program deviations to immediate supervisor.
Must be available weekend days as scheduled.
Attends staff meetings as requested.
Performs other duties as assigned.