Kennywood - Show Host

Palace Entertainment is a leading leisure park operator in the United States and Australia overseeing more than 25 entertainment venues, hotels and educational venues across 11 different states.

Palace Entertainment owns and operates some of the country’s largest and most prestigious venues including: National Historic Landmark, Kennywood Park, America’s Oldest Amusement Park, Lake Compounce, the world’s first ever Cartoon Network Hotel, Best Family Theme Park Dutch Wonderland and a variety of other family-friendly parks and campgrounds throughout the United States.

Palace Entertainment is a subsidiary of Parques Reunidos, one of the leading global operators, with more than 60 different assets (theme parks, zoos and marine parks, water parks and other attractions), spread out over various countries across Europe, North America, the Middle East and Australia.

Kennywood is a National Historic Landmark with over 125 years of experience in fun! Kennywood has an unmatched mix of more than 40 modern attractions and one-of-a-kind classic rides, including eight roller coasters, a Kiddieland with pint-sized thrills for the little ones, and more. Kennywood's rich history spans generations of good times and extends beyond the traditional summer season with popular Halloween and Holiday events.

We Are Currently Looking For a

Kennywood - Show Host

Roles & Responsibilities

Are you passionate about having fun while providing an exceptional guest experience? If so, this role might be perfect for you! Kennywood is seeking a Show Host for our two stunt shows during the summer season! You will be responsible for hosting the show, interacting with the audience, and helping with cast meet and greet after the show.

Take the first step toward a long and rewarding career by becoming a respected member of our team. Apply today for your chance to get paid while also having fun, earn resume-enhancing experience, and create unforgettable memories!

Roles And Responsibilities

• Welcome guests with a smile and positive attitude
• Engage with guests of all ages in a fun and entertaining way
• Read from script along with being interactive with audience
• Ensure our guests are top priority
• Able to perform both indoors and outside (hot/humid conditions) in full costume
• Wear appropriate costumes
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment
• Report any issues to supervisor
• Be knowledgeable about the park to assist guests with any questions they may have
• All other duties assigned by leadership
  
  

Language: Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English; Spanish or other bilingual language skills are a plus.

Education And Experience

• No education requirements for this position
• Previous acting or costume character experience is desired but not required
  
  

Requirements

• Must successfully pass an audition and/or training for this role
• Must be at least 16 years of age to comply with Pennsylvania Child Labor Laws
• Ability to work flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to work 20 hours per week, when needed
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work for your scheduled shift
• Must comply with all grooming standards, uniform and/or costume requirements
• Ability to immerse in role and remain in character throughout the performance
• Must possess strong cardio endurance, physical story-telling abilities, and performance energy
• Must be playful, outgoing, friendly, and convey a positive, guest-centric attitude
• Must possess effective verbal and non-verbal acting and communication skills
• Ability to follow direction, multi-task, and work as part of a fast-paced team
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and remain on feet for majority of the workday
• Ability to wear assigned costume for extended periods of time
• Ability to frequently stoop, twist, kneel, bend, squat, or reach above shoulders
• Ability to perform in costumes that may have limited sight lines
• Ability to carry, push, pull, lift, and hold objects weighing 40 pounds or more
  
  

Working Conditions

• Frequent exposure to outdoor and indoor areas of the park
• Frequent exposure to the variable outside temperatures (both in and out of costume), including high heat, cold, direct sun, humidity, dust, rain, snow, ice, and other weather conditions
• Subject to frequent interruptions, constant repetitive motion, high noise levels, flashing lights, and heavily populated environments
  
  

Team Member Benefits

Working at Kennywood is about making people happy! It’s about being independent and having fun, making new friends and earning extra money while doing so. As a Kennywood employee, you can be the smiling face that makes a great first impression for incoming guests, a cook that serves up tasty treats and culinary delights, a lifeguard who soaks up the sun while keeping guests safe, or a ride operator that keeps guests coming back for more thrills! There are many exciting seasonal job opportunities available to take your summer job to new heights!

Palace Perks & Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Ability to cross-train and learn unique skills across various departments
• Free admission to Kennywood and all Palace Entertainment parks on your days off
• Invitations to exclusive company-sponsored employee events throughout the season
  
  

We’ve got great jobs for people just starting out in the workforce, looking for a second job or staying active after retirement. If you want a fun, flexible job with an innovative company, look no further than Kennywood. Apply today!

Do not miss the chance to spark your career now!