Supervisor, Merchandise | Seasonal | Sesame Place California

SEASONAL POSITION

Join us at Sesame Place and help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to people from around the world. We're seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals to become our Ambassadors. Come and play an important part on our incredible team today!

What you get to do:

You’ll provide frontline management supervision in the following areas: Policies and procedures, projects, personnel, security and safety of all Merchandise locations. You will lead and inspire a team to deliver great guest experiences from the get-go. You will also:

• Guides team to exceed financial and guest service targets for location(s)
• Responsible for the supervision and development of all direct reports and ambassadors by providing training, feedback and coaching, write and distribute performance tracking/appraisals
• Facilitate the timely completion of work order
• Scheduling of ambassadors and monitors Kronos; timecard management
• Monitor and manage location stock flow and Min/Max’s, restock displays, and process damaged merchandise
• Product research and management as it relates to the area.
• Monitors safety of ambassadors and merchandise facility including maintaining neat, attractive and functional merchandise displays
• Sign off on Customer refunds up to $200
• Perform department duty responsibilities as assigned.
• Coordinate annual inventory for assigned location(s)
• Assist Manager with plan-o-grams for prompt and correct product activation
• Assist with planning promotional presentation layouts and merchandise events
• Monitor area programs for any inconsistencies and corrects
• Ensure excellent customer service by responding to customer requirements, expectations, and needs
• Occasionally assist other location and areas throughout the park as needed; other duties as assigned

What it takes to succeed:

• At least 18 years old
• A valid state driver’s license; visiting students and military are required to have valid driver’s license from state of residency and able to provide a copy of the DMV report and able to complete the Company Vehicle Driver Training class and obtain a SWC driver’s license
• High School diploma for GED; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum two years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Excellent written/verbal communication skills and be able to speak effectively before groups
• Excellent math skills to compute rate, ratio and percent and to create and interpret graphs
• Able to frequently lift/move 25-50 pounds and stand and sit for prolonged periods of time
• Able to regularly use hands and fingers
• Able to handle multiple tasks and work in a fast paced environment
• Able to positively interact with park guests and coworkers of all ages, different ethnic/cultural backgrounds and/or languages, and individuals with special needs
• Outgoing, and able to provide excellent guest service and interact favorably with the public
• Ability to self-motivate as well as motivate ambassadors
• Basic knowledge of financial terms for revenue department
• Able to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions
• Able to work independently and troubleshoot issues
• Clear understanding of ParkWare, MMS, Kronos, and Microsoft Office Applications
• Understanding of AP Pro, Photoshop, ATRB, RTS and Scheduler systems preferred
• Theme park experience preferred

Availability:

• This is a seasonal role
• During the peak season, must have 5 days of unrestricted availability, to include the weekends
• You must be able to work varied schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• The Sesame Place season runs from March 2026 through Labor Day 2026, with onboarding and all required training to be completed prior to the start of the season.
• Hours my fluctuate based on business need; may be scheduled up to 40 hours weekly.

Compensation:

• 19.50 USD per hour

Starting Base Pay:

The perks of the position: Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment, and great teammates, as well as:

• FREE park admission
• Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends
• Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.
• Scholarship opportunities
• Exclusive employee events and giveaways
   

EEO Employer:

SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.