Party host job description
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Example party host requirements on a job description
Party host requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in party host job postings.
Sample party host requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Demonstrated experience in event planning and hosting.
- Certification in food safety and alcohol service.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Must have a valid driver's license.
Sample required party host soft skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work well in a team environment.
- Organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to provide exemplary customer service.
Party host job description example 1
The Little Gym party host job description
Job DescriptionLife’s too short to not work some place awesome! If you have tons of energy, love kids, and are looking for a way to give back to your community, you may be the person we are looking for! We offer an amazing company culture, mentorship, and training to help YOU grow while growing and having Serious Fun with our students!
We are currently looking for a
Part-Time Birthday Party Instructors/Hosts
. Position requires weekend availability.
What we expect from you…
Lead amazing Awesome Birthday Bashes for our awesome kids and guests. We follow a lesson plan to make it a special day for the birthday child. Provide outstanding customer service and membership experience. We treat our members like family here. Commitment to your team and your students. Please keep in mind that this is NOT a seasonal position. We take our training seriously here. You will learn gymnastics skills in addition to business training in sales, customer experience, operations, marketing, special events, etc. We are a symbiotic team environment where we work hard AND play hard! Background in gymnastics, cheer, sports, and/or dance a big plus. But an awesome attitude will go a long way!!!
You’d fit in here if…
You’re totally open to being a goofball and love giving high 5’s. (A background in child development, physical education and/or gymnastics helps as well) You live to serve! Making others feel good makes you feel good. Kids really like you, but their parents really like you too. You were voted most likely to be in a good mood by your high school class mates. You love to have fun but you know when to buckle down and do work.
You may think we’re awesome because…
You’ll get your steps in and close your activity rings while you work because you’ll be moving all day. We take our fun pretty seriously but also take the role we play in our community and with each child we meet seriously. The relationships you’ll build here will last a lifetime. You could get paid to fold t-shirts or you could get paid to act like a dinosaur. The choice is yours. This may not be your career but we are sure going to train you like it is.
See what we do!!
Check us out on social media (Facebook and Instagram @tlgocoeefl) to see what we do! You can also visit our website at www.tlgocoeefl.com!
But seriously read the fine print…
With more than 400 locations across the globe, The Little Gym is the world’s premier enrichment and physical development center for kids 4 months through 12 years. For nearly four decades, The Little Gym has helped millions of kids experience the thrill of achievement, develop new skills, and find new confidence through a variety of gymnastics-based programs. Parent/Child, Pre-K and Grade School classes are all taught in a clean, fun, safe and nurturing environment, which encourages children to develop at their own pace.
As a part of The Little Gym team, you will be part of a family dedicated to the growth and development of children all over the globe. If this sounds like the job you’ve been dreaming about, what are you waiting for? We’ve been waiting for you!
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to The Little Gym Franchising Corporate.
We are currently looking for a
Part-Time Birthday Party Instructors/Hosts
. Position requires weekend availability.
What we expect from you…
Lead amazing Awesome Birthday Bashes for our awesome kids and guests. We follow a lesson plan to make it a special day for the birthday child. Provide outstanding customer service and membership experience. We treat our members like family here. Commitment to your team and your students. Please keep in mind that this is NOT a seasonal position. We take our training seriously here. You will learn gymnastics skills in addition to business training in sales, customer experience, operations, marketing, special events, etc. We are a symbiotic team environment where we work hard AND play hard! Background in gymnastics, cheer, sports, and/or dance a big plus. But an awesome attitude will go a long way!!!
You’d fit in here if…
You’re totally open to being a goofball and love giving high 5’s. (A background in child development, physical education and/or gymnastics helps as well) You live to serve! Making others feel good makes you feel good. Kids really like you, but their parents really like you too. You were voted most likely to be in a good mood by your high school class mates. You love to have fun but you know when to buckle down and do work.
You may think we’re awesome because…
You’ll get your steps in and close your activity rings while you work because you’ll be moving all day. We take our fun pretty seriously but also take the role we play in our community and with each child we meet seriously. The relationships you’ll build here will last a lifetime. You could get paid to fold t-shirts or you could get paid to act like a dinosaur. The choice is yours. This may not be your career but we are sure going to train you like it is.
See what we do!!
Check us out on social media (Facebook and Instagram @tlgocoeefl) to see what we do! You can also visit our website at www.tlgocoeefl.com!
But seriously read the fine print…
With more than 400 locations across the globe, The Little Gym is the world’s premier enrichment and physical development center for kids 4 months through 12 years. For nearly four decades, The Little Gym has helped millions of kids experience the thrill of achievement, develop new skills, and find new confidence through a variety of gymnastics-based programs. Parent/Child, Pre-K and Grade School classes are all taught in a clean, fun, safe and nurturing environment, which encourages children to develop at their own pace.
As a part of The Little Gym team, you will be part of a family dedicated to the growth and development of children all over the globe. If this sounds like the job you’ve been dreaming about, what are you waiting for? We’ve been waiting for you!
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to The Little Gym Franchising Corporate.
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Party host job description example 2
Schaumburg Parks party host job description
Job DescriptionSalary: $12.00/hour
ABOUT US
Schaumburg Park District is an award-winning parks and recreation agency that provides its 80,000 residents with a wide variety of recreational programs, classes, and events as well as facilities, parks and open spaces!
OUR BIRTHDAY PARTY PACKAGES: We offer birthday party packages for preschool children to age 12 and include 2-3 hours of crafts, games, & activities. We offer various party types, including: Splashaway parties, sports parties, and a variety of themed parties.
JOB SUMMARY: Our Birthday Party Hosts are responsible for leading each party, ensuring a fun and safe event for all! Party hosts clean up and set up the party room; greet guests at the door with a friendly smile and personalized welcome; communicate with parents, children, and guests throughout the event; lead all activities with enthusiasm, energy and a high level of enjoyment. Party hosts assist with all refreshments, presents and decorations.
LOCATIONS: Community Recreation Center and The Sport Center
QUALIFICATIONS: The best applicants will be at least 16 years old, friendly, enthusiastic, creative, energetic and outgoing. Prior experience working with children and leading activities and games a plus.
SCHEDULING & PAY: Scheduling is generally Friday evenings, Saturdays and Sundays. Our party hosts typically work 8-12 hours per week. Pay is $12.00/hour.
PERKS & PRIVILEGES: These are PART-TIME LEVEL 3 positions and are eligible for the following internal privileges:
- Free fitness center membership!
- Free admission to indoor and outdoor pools!
- One free program registration per season for self or family*! (see definition)
- 10% discount on other program registrations
- Free paddle boat rental at Volkening Lake!
- Free open gym admission! And more!
** Position will be open until filled. ** Schaumburg Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. **
Keywords: Park, Parks, Recreation, Fun, Weekend, Birthday, Party, Parties, Host, Hosts, Hosting, Friendly, Outgoing, Energetic, Cake, Pizza, Celebrate, Celebration, Games, Sports, Swim, Swimming, Pool, Customer Service, Facilitation, Multitasking, High Energy, Plan, Planner
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Party host job description example 3
The Salvation Army party host job description
Mission Statement
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Position Summary
The Party Host is responsible for the day-of oversight of birthday parties and other youth events. The Party Host's primary responsibility is to ensure the event space is open and ready, greet the client and be available to assist the client as needed during the event.
Essential Functions
+ Unlock the party space and arrange the equipment, tables & chairs as requested.
+ Assist the party client with set-up, as requested.
+ Greet party attendees and ensure any required forms are completed
+ Provide excellent customer service to host family and all guests
+ Review the event schedule and provide support as requested
+ Periodically check-in with the client
+ Take care of any injuries, incidents or messes, contacting the appropriate individuals and completing forms, if necessary
+ Contact security, Facility MOD and/ or EMS for incidents, completing and submitting all necessary documents.
+ Ensure the party ends on time and perform clean-up duties as instructed.
Working Conditions
Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis. Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead. Ability to operate computer, fax and telephone. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
Minimum Qualifications
+ Must be at least 18 years old
+ Prior customer service or party experience preferred.
+ Prior experience leading games and activities with children preferred.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
+ Able to communicate clearly and effectively with customers of various ages.
+ Able to work independently with little supervision.
+ Must possess sound judgment.
Qualifications
Experience
Preferred
+ 1 year: Customer service experience
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Position Summary
The Party Host is responsible for the day-of oversight of birthday parties and other youth events. The Party Host's primary responsibility is to ensure the event space is open and ready, greet the client and be available to assist the client as needed during the event.
Essential Functions
+ Unlock the party space and arrange the equipment, tables & chairs as requested.
+ Assist the party client with set-up, as requested.
+ Greet party attendees and ensure any required forms are completed
+ Provide excellent customer service to host family and all guests
+ Review the event schedule and provide support as requested
+ Periodically check-in with the client
+ Take care of any injuries, incidents or messes, contacting the appropriate individuals and completing forms, if necessary
+ Contact security, Facility MOD and/ or EMS for incidents, completing and submitting all necessary documents.
+ Ensure the party ends on time and perform clean-up duties as instructed.
Working Conditions
Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis. Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead. Ability to operate computer, fax and telephone. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
Minimum Qualifications
+ Must be at least 18 years old
+ Prior customer service or party experience preferred.
+ Prior experience leading games and activities with children preferred.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
+ Able to communicate clearly and effectively with customers of various ages.
+ Able to work independently with little supervision.
+ Must possess sound judgment.
Qualifications
Experience
Preferred
+ 1 year: Customer service experience
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024