Entertainer/Compère

Entertainer Potters Resorts Five Lakes

Are you the life and soul of the party  Love being on stage making people laugh or leading fun activities  Join the team at the UKs first 5 Star holiday village in Maldon Essex!  We are on the look out for a confident high energy Entertainer to host shows quizzes and daytime activities at our adultonly all inclusive resort.

Were looking for someone whos genuinely funny and knows how to use that to lift a room.  Whether youre in a comedy sketch compring the evening calling the bingo or front and centre during our preshow or latenight fun youll be the kind of person who makes people laugh just by being yourself.  You must be able to sing and be just as comfortable performing in one of our West End quality shows as you are making a guest laugh over a coffee in one of our bars.  You dont take yourself too seriously youre up for anything and youve got that natural ability to connect with people.  If youve got great comedic instincts a strong stage presence and love being part of a team thats all about creating memorable moments we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepared to perform as a vocalist/Comedian in live shows and themed events as well as delivering your own cabaret set as part of our entertainment program offerings.
• Learn and perform solo/group standup show
• Act as a compere (MC) for events ensuring a fun and engaging atmosphere with excellent stage presence and microphone skills.
• Lead and take part in day activities themed events evening quizzes game shows live performances and fitness or dance sessions.
• Learn and perform scripted show routines and basic choreography as required.
• Facilitate and introduce guest speakers and oversee events across the resort.
• Engage with guests ideally with a strong comedic presence to create fun lighthearted moments throughout the entertainment.
• Assist the activities team with outdoor events and craft sessions where required and take responsibility for running programmed activities as part of the entertainment offerings.
• Handle the setup and cleanup of activities and events while ensuring safety and efficiency.
• Maintain a positive outgoing attitude with enthusiasm and selfmotivation at all times.

Hours:

• This is a full time position based on 40 48 hours per week working 5 days out of 7 to include weekends and bank holidays.

Qualifications :

 At least two years of experience in roles involving hosting comedy stage experience and public speaking.

• A minimum of two years of experience in entertainment guest services resort/recreational fields or related areas.
• Exceptional presentation communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to engage with a diverse audience across different demographics and ages.
• Strong microphone skills ability to work in a team detailoriented and committed to guest satisfaction.
• Willingness and aptitude to learn and follow scripted show routines.
• Ability to lift and move heavy equipment (such as recreational or DJ equipment).
• Previous experience with sound or DJ equipment is preferred but not essential.

If you have a showreel or portfolio showcasing your talents please include the link with your application.

Additional Information :

As part of our team along with a competitive rate of pay we will offer you    

• Personal development and accredited learning opportunities.
• Employee assistance and wellbeing programs.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Free Gym & Leisure facilities.
• Free meals while at work.
• Friends & family discounts.
• Team recognition awards & treat days.
• Loyalty awards.
• A genuinely enjoyable place to work

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Potters Resorts is an equal opportunities employer. We will consider all qualified candidates without regard to age disability gender gender reassignment marriage and civil partnership pregnancy and maternity race religion or belief sex or sexual orientation. Our recruitment team are happy to support with any reasonable adjustments that are needed within the recruitment process.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime