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Entertainments & Events Halloween Show Captain - Chessington, London

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Entertainments & Events Halloween Show Captain - Chessington, London

Location: Chessington World of Adventures Resort Leatherhead Road Chessington Surrey KT9 2NE

Hours: Shift times cover hours between 9am to 11pm across any 5 out of 7 days 

Please note we reserve the right to close applications early if we receive a high volume of quality applications. We would therefore recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible.

Here at Chessington World of Adventures our 2024 season is in full swing, and we are recruiting for a Entertainments & Events Halloween Show Captain to join the team

Working as part of the Entertainments & Events team, you will co-ordinate, motivate and lead teams of performers including singers, dancers, actors and character performers in various shows across the resort throughout the season.

As a Show Captain, you will be responsible for:

  • Acting as the first point for call for all shows.
  • Making show decisions regarding weather.
  • Assisting the creative manager in rehearsals.
  • Training new team members in various show roles
  • Proactively engage with the team and give clear and concise notes.
  • Being role model for the entertainments team.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Organised, passionate and energetic individual with good people leadership skills.
  • Strong communication skills with a positive and friendly nature.
  • Prepared to work in a high-pressure environment where schedules and requirements may change, able to use your initiative to support the Entertainment team wherever possible.
  • Experienced performer with the ability to teach choreography.
  • Positive attitude and a commitment to achieving the objectives of the department and resort.

Previous experience in a Team Leader/Show Captain role is preferred but not required.

Benefits

  • A competitive hourly salary
  • Merlin Magic Pass - 20 free tickets for you, your family and friends to enjoy all of our Merlin Attractions across the world
  • 40% discount online off LEGO
  • 25% discount in our on-site retail shops and restaurants
  • Access to Merlin benefits page with discounts on over 1000 fashion and electronic retailers, restaurants and travel
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • Plus, many more…

At Merlin we welcome the world to our magical attractions and resorts every day and we want to reflect that same multicultural mix inside our business too. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse workplace where people can be themselves, have the same opportunities and thrive together. Because at Merlin, everyone matters

Together, we work to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, no matter their age, race, gender, disability or sexual orientation. Although we understand that we'll always be learning and growing, we aim to be the most inclusive and flexible employer in our industry.