Job Title: Seasonal Skate Host Part-Time / Non-Exempt Location: Maggie Daley Park, Chicago, IL Reports To: Operations Manager Position Overview Maggie Daley Park is hiring Seasonal Skate Hosts to support operations at our popular Ice Skating Ribbon during the winter season. As a Skate Host, youll be a key part of the guest experienceproviding support on and off the ice, promoting safety, and helping create a fun and festive environment for all visitors. This is a great opportunity for active, outgoing individuals who enjoy working outdoors, interacting with the public, and being part of a dynamic seasonal team. Key Responsibilities Greet guests with a friendly and welcoming attitude Assist skaters safely on and off the ice Help guests who fall or need support while skating Provide information about rink rules, park amenities, and skating guidelines Observe skaters to encourage safe behavior and enforce rink policies Respond to minor incidents and report injuries or concerns to the Skate Host Leader or Operations Team Support cleanliness and organization in warming tents, rental areas, and guest zones Distribute and collect rental skates and helmets, ensuring proper fit and function Assist with crowd control, guest flow, and line management during peak times Participate in setup, operation, and cleanup for special events and group programs Help create a fun, inclusive, and festive atmosphere during themed or high-traffic sessions Complete other job resposibility and duties as assigned Schedule Requirements This is a seasonal, part-time position. Applicants must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, with flexibility during peak operating times and special events. Qualifications Strong ice-skating ability required Prior customer service or recreation experience is a plus Excellent communication and people skills Ability to stay calm and professional in a busy, public-facing environment A team player with a positive, proactive attitude Committed to guest safety, accessibility, and inclusion Ability to work in the cold and warm weather conditions Physical Requirements Frequent walking, standing, and skating Ability to lift and move up to 30 pounds May be required to physically assist guests in case of falls or emergencies Reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with applicable laws. Compensation: $20.00/hour Benefits Paid Leave Accrual Sick Time Accrual 401(k) once eligibility is met How to Apply All applicants must submit their application through our official online system. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact us at 312-235-7148. Recruiter Contact Maggie Szot HR Manager Phone: (312) 235-7148 Maggie Daley Park is proudly managed by ASM Global, the worlds leading venue management and services company. ASM Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We strongly encourage applications from Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and Protected Veterans. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that's unique about us: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it's our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hard working, curious, trustworthy, humble, and truthful. They make choices according to what is best for the team, they live for opportunities to collaborate and make a difference, and they make us the #1 Top Workplace in the area.
