Photogenic
Holiday Lead Elf Assistant (Asst. Location Manager)-American Dream
Photogenic, East Rutherford, New Jersey, us, 07073
About UsCherry Hill Programs brings the magic to every experience by capturing moments that last a lifetime. In partnership with retail locations, tourist attractions, and destinations across North America, Cherry Hill Programs contributes millions of holiday and souvenir experiences for children and families, year after year.
Position Overview
We are looking for an upbeat, bubbly, and outgoing
Lead Elf Assistant
who can manage a small team of Santa’s Helpers throughout the holiday season. In this role, creativity and a child-centered mindset are a must as our
Assistant Local Manager
will also be engaging with young children and may have to answer unexpected questions with silly and believable responses!
If you are committed to CAPTURING MOMENTS with Santa and creating magical experiences for our guests, this is the opportunity for you! Must be at least 18 years of age.
Our Lead Elf Assistant Will Also
Promote a positive, collaborative environment and maintain our core values and policiesAssist Lead Elf (Local Manager) with preparations for the opening day including hiring completion, inventories, equipment setup/testing, staff scheduling and training, and learning proper opening/closing proceduresTake high-quality photos of families and children with Santa, ensuring everyone looks merry and bright
Photography experience not required
Help with Elf recruitment and training, ensuring all team members are ready to embody the spirit of the seasonJump in to support your fellow Elves whenever needed—whether that’s helping with crowd control, photo sessions, or engaging with guestsSupport in creating a magical, Elf-friendly atmosphere, resolving customer issues with holiday cheerEnsure proper setup and operation of the Santa Set, keeping everything festive and funLead by example and reinforce policies and procedures established by senior managementTroubleshoot technical issues and escalate to IT or Local Management when neededAssist Local Manager with administrative tasks such as inventory, scheduling, training and/or recruitingAll other duties as assignedWhat We’re Looking For
Strong teamwork and organizational skills, with a love for the holidaysAbility to provide excellent customer service with a friendly Elf-like attitudeTeam player who can work independently and understands the importance of leadershipExcellent time management and problem-solving skills as well as the ability to use good judgment and make strong, independent decisionsAbility to process sales transactions and comfortable with cash handlingProfessional attire and good hygiene are a mustAvailable to attend mandatory pre-season trainingFlexibility and willingness to work during “peak” retail hours, such as evenings, weekends, and holidaysAvailable to work a minimum of 20 hours a week or as neededKnowledge, Experience & Skill
At least 18 years of agePrevious retail/assistant manager and photography experience preferredAbility to stand for long periods while maintaining a festive demeanorAbility to lift and carry equipment up to 10-25 pounds
What Else Can You Expect
Dress Code:
Be ready to don your Elf uniform and keep it professional and fun!A fun, fast paced, and passionate environmentCareer advancement opportunitiesFlexible scheduleReferral programOne free photo package for friends and family per staff memberMust be used 2 weeks before the close of each season
We Work Together to Win Together
Our mission is simple: to bring magic to every experience by capturing moments that last a lifetime. We believe that building a diverse team, with a variety of backgrounds and experiences, is the best way to bring our mission to life.
Cherry Hill Programs strives to provide a positive work environment that values excellence in safety and quality, free from discrimination and harassment. Every employee plays a part in our Company’s success and makes this a great place to work. Our people are the heart of our organization and the foundation of our success. Driven by our core values of safety, diversity, integrity, and collaboration, we strive to promote a culture that supports and encourages creativity, fairness, and inclusion.
Position Overview
We are looking for an upbeat, bubbly, and outgoing
Lead Elf Assistant
who can manage a small team of Santa’s Helpers throughout the holiday season. In this role, creativity and a child-centered mindset are a must as our
Assistant Local Manager
will also be engaging with young children and may have to answer unexpected questions with silly and believable responses!
If you are committed to CAPTURING MOMENTS with Santa and creating magical experiences for our guests, this is the opportunity for you! Must be at least 18 years of age.
Our Lead Elf Assistant Will Also
Promote a positive, collaborative environment and maintain our core values and policiesAssist Lead Elf (Local Manager) with preparations for the opening day including hiring completion, inventories, equipment setup/testing, staff scheduling and training, and learning proper opening/closing proceduresTake high-quality photos of families and children with Santa, ensuring everyone looks merry and bright
Photography experience not required
Help with Elf recruitment and training, ensuring all team members are ready to embody the spirit of the seasonJump in to support your fellow Elves whenever needed—whether that’s helping with crowd control, photo sessions, or engaging with guestsSupport in creating a magical, Elf-friendly atmosphere, resolving customer issues with holiday cheerEnsure proper setup and operation of the Santa Set, keeping everything festive and funLead by example and reinforce policies and procedures established by senior managementTroubleshoot technical issues and escalate to IT or Local Management when neededAssist Local Manager with administrative tasks such as inventory, scheduling, training and/or recruitingAll other duties as assignedWhat We’re Looking For
Strong teamwork and organizational skills, with a love for the holidaysAbility to provide excellent customer service with a friendly Elf-like attitudeTeam player who can work independently and understands the importance of leadershipExcellent time management and problem-solving skills as well as the ability to use good judgment and make strong, independent decisionsAbility to process sales transactions and comfortable with cash handlingProfessional attire and good hygiene are a mustAvailable to attend mandatory pre-season trainingFlexibility and willingness to work during “peak” retail hours, such as evenings, weekends, and holidaysAvailable to work a minimum of 20 hours a week or as neededKnowledge, Experience & Skill
At least 18 years of agePrevious retail/assistant manager and photography experience preferredAbility to stand for long periods while maintaining a festive demeanorAbility to lift and carry equipment up to 10-25 pounds
What Else Can You Expect
Dress Code:
Be ready to don your Elf uniform and keep it professional and fun!A fun, fast paced, and passionate environmentCareer advancement opportunitiesFlexible scheduleReferral programOne free photo package for friends and family per staff memberMust be used 2 weeks before the close of each season
We Work Together to Win Together
Our mission is simple: to bring magic to every experience by capturing moments that last a lifetime. We believe that building a diverse team, with a variety of backgrounds and experiences, is the best way to bring our mission to life.
Cherry Hill Programs strives to provide a positive work environment that values excellence in safety and quality, free from discrimination and harassment. Every employee plays a part in our Company’s success and makes this a great place to work. Our people are the heart of our organization and the foundation of our success. Driven by our core values of safety, diversity, integrity, and collaboration, we strive to promote a culture that supports and encourages creativity, fairness, and inclusion.