Character

As a Resort Mascot/Character Performer youll be at the heart of guest engagementcreating unforgettable moments for families and visitors from around the country. Whether greeting guests in the lobby or entertaining crowds at our legendary rodeo events youll bring our resort mascot to life with enthusiasm professionalism and charm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform as a costumed character (mascot) wearing a full-body costume including head torso arms and feet. Costume fits individuals 50510 and weighs up to 15 lbs.

• Maintain full character integrity using only non-verbal communication and animated body language.

• Interact warmly with guests of all ages especially childrenpose for photos give high-fives and spread smiles throughout the resort.

• Appear at key locations like the lobby marina rodeo arena general store and event spaces.

• Attend and engage at resort events including welcome parties rodeo nights and holiday celebrations.

• Distribute fun giveaways such as balloons stickers snacks or drinks to families.

• Serve as mascot handler when needed to ensure crowd control character safety and guest engagement.

• Support lobby greets and sales floor traffic when mascot duties are not required.

• Follow resort training guidelines and maintain a consistent high-quality guest experience.

• Perform additional tasks as needed to support the entertainment and guest services teams.

Qualifications :

• Experience: 12 years in hospitality entertainment or customer service preferred. Previous mascot or performer experience a strong plus.

• Education: High school diploma or GED.

• Skills & Traits:

  • Energetic positive and outgoing personality

  • Strong guest engagement and non-verbal communication skills

  • Ability to perform in costume for extended periods including outdoors and in Florida weather

  • Dependable with excellent time management

  • Comfortable lifting up to 15 lbs and working in humid warm or outdoor conditions

  • A genuine passion for bringing joy and fun to others!

Additional Information :

Why Westgate

• Comprehensive health benefits medical dental and vision
• Paid Time Off (PTO) vacation sick and personal
• Paid Holidays
• 401K with generous company match
• Get access to your pay as you need it with our Daily Pay benefit
• Family benefits including pregnancy and parental leave and adoption assistance
• Wellness Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Assistance
• Military Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Life Disability Accident Critical Illness & Hospital Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Exclusive discounts for Team Member (i.e. hotels cruise resorts restaurants entertainment etc.) 
• Advancement & development opportunities
• Community Involvement Programs

Westgate Resorts is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status disability status or any other protected status under federal state or local law. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process please email with the job title and the location of the position for which you are applying.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time