Birthday Party Host (Part-Time, Year-Round)

Mountain Recreation • Edwards, CO

28d • $16 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

Mountain Recreation is seeking a creative and enthusiastic Birthday Party Host at the Edwards Field House to help create fun and memorable experiences for kids and families. This role is responsible for preparing party spaces, welcoming guests, leading activities, assisting families throughout their celebration, and helping with setup and cleanup. Ideal candidates are positive, dependable, comfortable working with children, and able to bring energy and creativity to each party while providing a welcoming and enjoyable experience for all guests.

Requirements

• Must be at least 15 years of age
• Currently attending high school or have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Effective verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to provide friendly and responsive customer service to children, families, and patrons.
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively as part of a team.
• Ability to engage children and lead fun, creative, and age-appropriate activities.
• Ability to maintain awareness of participant safety and respond appropriately to changing situations.
• Ability to follow established policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Ability to remain organized and attentive to detail while working in a busy, fast-paced recreation environment.
• Ability to demonstrate patience, flexibility, dependability, and a positive attitude.

Nice To Haves

• Previous volunteer, work, or other relevant experience working with children is preferred
• Bilingual Spanish/English skills preferred
• May require possession of or ability to obtain a valid First Aid/CPR certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Creates safe, welcoming, and memorable birthday party experiences for children and families at the Edwards Field House.
• Leads age-appropriate activities, games, and entertainment while supporting party setup, guest needs, safety, and cleanup.
• Greet party guests and provide friendly, positive, and enthusiastic customer service.
• Prepare and decorate designated party areas, including setting up tables, decorations, party supplies, food, beverages, and other requested items.
• Assist families and guests with serving food, distributing party favors, and other party-related needs.
• Lead fun, creative, and age-appropriate games, activities, and entertainment for children.
• Actively monitor children and party areas to promote a safe and enjoyable environment.
• Maintain awareness and accountability of party participants while activities are taking place.
• Keep party areas clean, organized, and free of hazards throughout the event; assist with cleanup and resetting spaces following parties.
• Understand and communicate birthday party policies, procedures, and facility expectations to guests.
• Provide guests with general information regarding facility operations, programs, and services.
• Monitor facility and equipment conditions and promptly report damaged equipment, unsafe conditions, incidents, or other concerns to a supervisor.
• Respond appropriately to incidents and emergency situations and provide first aid within the scope of training when needed.
• Follow Mountain Recreation safety procedures, policies, and established facility practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 3.75% employer contribution to a 401(a)-retirement account.
• Access to mental health resources, life coaching, financial and legal consultation, and more through AllOne Health.
• Accrued sick leave in accordance with HFWA.
• Complimentary access to all three Mountain Recreation facilities and a free membership to the Gypsum Recreation Center.
• 20% off facility programs for employees and immediate family members.
• Discounted punch cards for immediate family members at the Gypsum Recreation Center.
• Access to pro deals on top outdoor industry brands.
• Student scholarship programs available.
• Opportunity to enroll in Vail Valley Partnership’s One Valley Healthcare Plan—an affordable healthcare program for employees and their families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED