What are the responsibilities and job description for the Birthday Party/Event associates position at Oxford Athletic Club?
Oxford Athletic Club is the most extensive private health and fitness club in the Pittsburgh area and is nationally recognized by the Health & Fitness Association for excellence.
Job Title: Birthday Party Attendant
Department: Birthday Parties
Job Summary: Birthday Party Attendants will staff, setup, manage, and clean up children’s birthday parties. Attendants will coach children and lead party activities, attending to the needs of both the whole group and the individual children.
Essential Job Duties:
Birthday Parties
1. Working birthday parties as assigned. Friday evening and weekend availability are required.
2. Setting up spaces, preparing areas, and moving furniture as needed. Customizing the birthday rooms, outdoor areas, basketball court, and pool as directed.
3. Greeting customers and managing the guest entry system. Guiding them to the appropriate rooms.
4. Leading organized games and activities in the basketball court, pool, or outside.
5. Learning to set up and manage Bounce House and Bounce Obstacle Course as part of a team effort.
6. Serving food according to the customer’s specifications, communicating with the Kitchen staff, and ensuring the customers’ needs are being met.
7. Cleaning spaces and setting up for subsequent parties.
Events
Events
- Working club events as assigned, including member socials, holiday parties, family nights, youth clinics, tournaments, and seasonal or community events. Evening, weekend, and holiday availability may be required.
- Setting up and breaking down event spaces according to the event plan. This includes tables, chairs, linens, décor, signage, AV equipment, and activity stations.
- Greeting members and guests, managing check-in and guest lists, and directing attendees to event areas.
- Leading or supporting event activities such as games, crafts, contests, and pool or gym activities for children and families.
- Coordinating with the Events Manager, Kitchen, Front Desk, Housekeeping, and Aquatics staff so the event runs smoothly and on schedule.
- Assisting with food and beverage service, replenishing supplies, and keeping event areas clean and organized throughout the event.
- Monitoring the safety of participants, especially children, and reporting any incidents or concerns to the manager on duty.
- Representing Oxford Athletic Club professionally and promoting club programs, memberships, and upcoming events to attendees.
- Cleaning and resetting spaces after events and returning equipment and supplies to storage.
Skills:
-Superb customer service and interpersonal skills
-Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with many different departments
-Outgoing personality and a desire to create fun for others.
-Strong swimming skills and ability to lead activities in the pool
-Proficiency in learning new games and then teaching games to children
Qualifications:
-Applicant must be over 18 years old
-Child clearances or ability to attain them- Child Abuse History Check, PA Criminal History, and FBI Fingerprinting check
-1 to 2 years/seasons working with groups of Children in schools, daycares, or summer camps
-1 to 2 years/seasons coaching children
-2 to 3 years of playing organized sports
Required Education and Experience:
-High School Diploma or equivalent
Preferred Education and Experience:
-CPR and First Aid certification preferred
Physical Demands:
-Ability to move tables and chairs
-Ability to lift loads sufficient to set up an inflatables unit
-Ability to go up and down stairs
-Proficient in swimming and ability to play with children in the pool
FLSA Classification: non-exempt
Full-Time/Part-Time : Hourly, part-time
Benefits: N/A
Salary Grade/Level: $18-20per hour
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Referral program
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Wexford, PA 15090 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Wexford, PA 15090: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20