What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cast Member - Chef/Elf/Hero Kid position at DURANGO & SILVERTON NARROW GAUGE RAILROAD CO?
Division/Department: Special Events
Job Title: Cast Member-Chef/Elf/Hero Kid
Reports To: Special Events Coordinator
Type of position: Non-Exempt, Hourly
Employee Classification: Part Time-Seasonal
Pay Range: $15.16 for first years, $16.16 for returners
Location: Durango, CO
Start Date: 11/2/26
Position Summary
Cast Members aboard The Polar Express Train RideTM are responsible for the entertainment of guests for a 55 min show performing 3 shows per night over the course of the season. Chefs and stewards are the face of the show for each train car, working in pairs to entertain the guests. Elves are the Dancers at the North Pole for when the train arrives. Hero Kid has integral moments at the beginning and end of each show. Cast Members must be high energy and have the ability to perform multiple shows per night. Cast Members may also be required to fill other roles as needed.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Entertain 24-42 guests per show, 3-4 shows per night using provided script and improvisational moments
- Safely board and de-board guests
- Clean and inventory props
- Transport necessary props and guest amenities to the Train
- Other duties as necessary
Qualifications
- Must be able to talk to crowds of up to 50 people
- Acting experience preferred but required
- Dancing experience preferred but not required
- Ability to sing and lead carols
- Able to maintain high energy through up to 4 performances over 5 hours
- Ability to lift 25 pounds
- Will be required to work evenings, weekends, holidays
Salary : $15 - $16