Description A Party Host is the first point of contact for families celebrating birthdays and special events at Westside. This hands-on position greets, directs, and assists party guests and handles the set-up, take-down, and cleaning of all party rooms. Hosts guide families through the full party experience, check-in, waiver verification, transitions to and from activities, and room resets, while ensuring guests follow Westside's policies and procedures during their time with us.

Responsibilities
Greet, direct, and assist party members throughout the duration of parties and events
Check guests in at the Check-In table, verify waivers, and distribute wristbands
Direct participants to activity locations and lead groups through transitions to and from activities
Perform participant head counts at check-in and before and after each transition
Deliver activity speeches to guests prior to activities
Assist individual parties as needed (help decorate, carry items, etc.)
Set up and take down party rooms, check-in tables, and event spaces
Clean and reset tables, chairs, and party rooms between bookings and at end of day
Ensure the safety of facility patrons and party attendees




Be aware of emergency procedures and risk management practices
Mentor and support volunteers assisting with parties

Administrative
Attend staff meetings and additional training as scheduled
Ensure all contracts and waivers have been signed prior to party start
Complete daily, weekly, and monthly task reports during shifts
Additional administrative duties as required

Risk Management
Complete Incident Report Forms as required
Maintain activity areas and equipment to ensure cleanliness and safety
Verify chaperone-to-child ratios prior to activities
Perform first aid as required
Follow all emergency procedures

Licenses & Certifications

Required
CSA Standard Z1210-17 IFA
WHMIS

Behaviors

Preferred
Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Cutting-edge: Consistently introduces current ideas and demonstrates original thinking

📌 Party Host Calgary
🏢 Westside Recreation Centre
📍 Calgary