2024 Spielhaus Staff

Job Title: 2024 Spielhaus Staff
Company: Carmel Christkindlmarkt, Inc. (CCI)
Job Type: Contract for 2024 Market season (November 2024 - December 2024)

Summary:
2024 Spielhaus Staff is responsible for creating a magical German-inspired environment for families to enjoy meeting special characters and making memories. Reports to the Cultural Programs Manager.

Spielhaus Program:
The Spielhaus will house kids' entertainment, performers, and special meet-and-greet opportunities (Santa, princesses, ballerinas, local dance troops, Christkind, elves, Puppet Shows, hands-on kids music, dancing, story time, magician, etc.) as well as special playtime opportunities with blocks, trains, instruments, etc.

Essential Spielhaus Duties & Responsibilities:

Greet and engage guests in the Spielhaus in a meaningful way.
Assist guests during their visits with special characters as needed.
Assist performers and characters as needed.
Maintain a clean, welcoming environment; this includes making sure that toys and books are organized, the sand table is clean, and the hut is cleaned regularly.
Welcome volunteers upon their arrival to the Spielhaus and advise them of their role in the hut; be available for support during their shifts (Schedules and assignments will be provided by the Cultural Programs Manager).
Provide option to also cover Kinderecke if need arises.
Help create a magical Christmas environment for all ages.

Qualifications & Experience:

Enthusiastic about working with children of all ages and their families: friendly, outgoing.
Communicate and interact with the public and CCI team members professionally.
Strong interpersonal skills - able to work independently and with a team, problem-solver.
Able to work with the general public and the performers to help create a magical experience.
Able to spend prolonged time standing in all weather (mostly cold weather).

Time Commitment: