SFOG Ent HIP Elf

The most wonderful ride of the year starts with YOU! Help bring the magic of the holidays to life as one of our Holiday Elves! This position is highly interactive and performance-based, requiring enthusiasm, confidence, professionalism, and a genuine love of creating memorable experiences for children and families. With your exceptional guest service and holiday spirit, you’ll help make every visit a holly-jolly adventure filled with thrills, laughter, and magical memories!

What's In It For You

Free tickets for your family & friends!

Job and Career Building Skills Flexible scheduling

Exclusive employee parties, events, giveaways, discounts, and more!

• Maintain a cheerful, energetic, helpful, and professional attitude.
• Enjoy interacting with children, families, and guests of all ages.
• Assist with non-prize games, activities, and interactive experiences.
• Distribute crafts, candy, and other event materials to guests.
• Help manage guest flow and provide crowd control in designated areas.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment both in guest‑facing areas and behind the scenes.
• Follow all park safety policies and procedures while providing excellent guest service.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Payrate: $10.50/Hr.

Availability Requirement

Must be able to work all operating days from November 21, 2026, through January 3, 2027. Due to the limited operating season of Holiday in the Park, applicants are required to disclose any scheduling conflicts occurring between November and January during the interview process.

• At least 16 years of age.
• Patient, energetic, and comfortable interacting with children of all ages.
• Friendly, positive attitude, strong work ethic, and outgoing personality.
• Ability to create a fun, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all children and their families.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills with guests, parents, and fellow team members.
• Ability to work in an environment as fast-paced as our coasters.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Ability to resolve guest concerns in a professional and courteous manner.
• Ability to respond appropriately to emergency situations and maintain control until an area supervisor arrives.
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and lift throughout your shift.
• Must be able to stand and/or walk for up to 6 hours at a time in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, and rain.
• Be comfortable working around strobe lights, fog, theatrical smoke, and other special effects.
• Be able to carry 10–30 pounds of costumes or props.
• Be willing to play multiple characters.
• Be able to wear a latex mask, silicone mask, or special effects makeup for long periods.

Working Conditions:

• Work may be indoors or outdoors at various times of day.
• Shifts may include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• You'll have close interaction with park guests.
• You'll use props, microphones, and other equipment.
• The job involves standing, walking, lifting, and carrying.

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