Job Subscription: Westport Estate is seeking a highly responsible individual to fill the role of Santa Claus.
This position plays a critical role in ensuring the seamless, world-wide delivery of toys and presents to children on Christmas Eve, following their visit to the Winter Wonderland at Westport Estate.
You will be responsible for creating a magical and enjoyable experience for all visitors, working in collaboration with Mrs. Claus and the Elves to extend a warm, festive welcome throughout the Winter Wonderland season.
Essential Attributes: Ability to foster a festive, joyful atmosphere on the Estate during Winter Wonderland.
Naturally jolly with a cheerful disposition.
Love singing and listening to Christmas Carols.
Create an environment of respect, pride, and camaraderie within the team.
A warm compassionate demeanor is necessary.
Theatrical or acting experience is a plus but not required. Strong communication, tact and kindness are essential.
Good conversation skills, common sense, tact and kindness.
Key Skills and Responsibilities: Ensure every guest at every age enjoys an immersive and memorable Winter Wonderland Santa experience.
Skilled in leading and motivating elf staff known for their playful and mischievous nature.
Deep understanding of Christmas traditions across various cultures.
Demonstrated ability to determine who has been naughty and who has been nice.
Ability to impose discipline as required by placing coal in stockings.
Management of a highly skilled fleet of magical reindeer.
Ability to project a joyful, hearty, and robust "HO-HO-HO Merry Christmas" consistently.
Desirable Attributes: Capable of working in confined or unusual spaces such as chimneys, rooftops, hearths, and window ledges.
Enthusiastic about consuming large quantities of milk and cookies.
Beards and round bellies are advantageous but can be provided if necessary.
Education, Training and Experience: PHD in all the Business of Christmas to include, the management and administration of manufacturing, warehousing, distribution & delivery systems.
Several hundred years of experience in a similar role or field is essential.
Must know your way around a sleigh and have proficiency in sleigh navigation and reindeer steering.
Thorough knowledge and upkeep of the Naughty & Nice list.
Winter Wonderland is an equal opportunity employer.
Applicants with red noses, rosy cheeks, pointed ears, a love for striped socks and curly toed shoes are encouraged to apply.