We will be holding a Seasonal Employment Expo on February 26 and March 4 from 4-7 p.m. and on February 27 and March 5 from 9 a.m. - noon.
Guest Services positions: food service, gift shop, birthday parties, admissions and rides will be holding on-site interviews. Information available regarding the following positions: groundskeeping, custodial and education.
Please fill out an application (below) and bring it to the expo. Do not email your resume or application to the zoo just bring it with you to the expo.
Below are a description of some of the Guest Services poisitions that are available:
Admissions
Ticket Counter - Cash register
Ticket Taker – Scanning tickets and memberships
Parking Gate – Greeter
Office – Answering phone calls
Rides
Carousel operator
Train ride operator
Cashier
Birthday parties
Gift Shop Sales Associate
10 Open Positions
Duties:
Sales, Cashiering, Rentals, Guest Interactions, Stocking, Merchandising and Housekeeping
Requirements: Excellent Customer Service Skills, Sales Focus, Flexible and Open Schedule, Multi-tasking, Computer or Cash Register Skills
Food Service
Duties:
Ensure safety standards are maintained while food is being cooked.
Prepare and serve the food.
Respond to customer preferences and complaints.
Bus tables and expedite food.
Cleaning of the dining area and kitchen including the utensils.
Follows proper sanitation procedures.
Deal directly with customers
Handle cash and cash register responsibility.
Communicate with internal departments
Phone calls cannot be accepted for job inquiries.You must be 18 years or older to work at the Akron Zoo.
If you are attending the job expo do not send in your resume or application. Please bring it with you.
April 4, 2024 | 12:00-1:00 p.m. | Online
In this virtual workshop, Rob Greer, Tyron Hoisten, and Elizabeth Tipton will discuss why representation matters in advertising and content creation, drawing on their recent experience participating in ArtsNow’s SEEN initiative. This panel will be moderated by a member of the Arts & Culture Inclusion Council.
Who should attend?
Nonprofit and for-profit leadership and marketing/communication professionals interested in learning about SEEN and participating in a conversation about the importance of authenticity and representation in our work.