Professional Santa Claus
Toledo Zoo•Toledo, OH
•Onsite
About The Position
The Toledo Zoo is currently looking for a kind and friendly Santa Claus for Lights Before Christmas and special events. Santa will greet families with a welcoming attitude, engage in friendly conversation, and pose for photos with guests, children, and adults of all ages. They will maintain their costume and appearance, ensuring their beard, Santa suit, and mannerisms are professional. This position requires excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills with the personable and calm demeanor needed to create a comfortable and joyful environment for all.
Requirements
- Previous employment as a Santa and/or completion of ‘Santa School’
- Experience working with children
- Familiarity with the specifics of the wonder of Santa
- Must supply your own Santa suit
- Successful completion of pre-employment screenings
- Adherence to Lights Before Christmas - Santa at the Toledo Zoo Guidelines
- Must be able to work from November 17, 2026 to December 23, 2026
Nice To Haves
- A natural white beard is preferred
Responsibilities
- Greet families with a welcoming attitude
- Engage in friendly conversation
- Pose for photos with guests, children, and adults of all ages
- Maintain costume and appearance, ensuring beard, Santa suit, and mannerisms are professional
Benefits
- Eligible for overtime pay for hours worked over forty (40) in a work week
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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