Roaming Cast (Puppeteer)

Casa Bonita • Lakewood, CO

9d • $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Casa Bonita Overview:
For 51 years, Casa Bonita has been synonymous with families, fanfare, and fun. Restored to its former glory in 2023, Casa transports guests back to a childlike oasis that is both mysterious and captivating, with an unforgettable dining and entertainment experience that includes live music, shows, games and memories that will last a lifetime. Our team members have a shared passion for being a part of the Casa legacy and are eager to work together to define this exciting new chapter in our history.

What You’ll Do: 
At Casa Bonita, every team member plays a vital role in creating memorable dining and entertainment experiences for our guests. The Roaming Cast interacts with and entertains guests, bringing Casa Bonita’s experience to life through puppet shows, costumed character performances, and live portrayals. Cast members are assigned one or more roles based on their skills and experience.

Requirements

• 18+ years of age 
• Prior performance experience required in theater, improv, hosting, voice acting, puppetry, mascot work, or character acting 
• Roaming Cast can be assigned one or more roles based on their skills and experience. Role-specific qualifications include:  
• Puppeteer  
• Prior experience with various puppetry styles, including trigger, rod, and Avenue Q-style puppets  
• Exceptional manual dexterity to operate puppets smoothly and realistically, perform scripted scenes with expressive motion, and synchronize spoken words with puppet actions  
• Suited  
• Strong non-verbal communication skills, convey emotions and enthusiasm through physical gestures and expressions   
• Able to perform in confined spaces and wear costumed or mascot-style suits with limited visibility and mobility, while tolerating heat 
• Character 
• Able to learn and portray standard characters 
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Passionate about entertaining others
• Able to communicate effectively in English 
• Must have reliable form of transportation and be able to work flexible shifts, inclusive of weekends, days, late nights, and holidays 
• Able to distinguish colors and see both up close and at a distance
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Able to use manual dexterity, gross motor skills, and fine motor skills
• Must be able to walk at least 10,000 steps per shift, including stairs, inclines, and declines
• Able to pivot, transition between seated and standing positions, kneel, stoop, and lift throughout shifts
• Able to work in confined spaces
• Able to multitask and work efficiently with speed, accuracy, and composure in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant and entertainment venue under pressure

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in Spanish

Responsibilities

• Portray an assigned character to entertain and engage guests and deliver consistent, high-quality performances, follow scripts, and character guidelines
• Engage guests through interactive storytelling, improvisation, and non-verbal communication 
• Participate in scripted and improvisational performances, including puppet shows and interactive in-restaurant experiences 
• Handle guest photos and meet-and-greet moments professionally and efficiently 
• Log any costume repairs, prop issues, or performance notes 
• Participate in post-shift debriefs to discuss audience engagement and show improvements     
• Perform other duties or tasks as assigned by Entertainment leadership based on business needs

Benefits

• Great earning potential
• Affordable medical insurance available
• Employer-sponsored dental and vision
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Exclusive employee discounts at our Mercado store
• Career growth opportunities
• Employee family meal
• Casa Bonita also offers a benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees