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Merlin • Surrey-Chessington, KT9 2NE, UK

Rides & Attractions Host

Employment type:  Part time
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Job Description

What you'll bring to the team

Location: Chessington World of Adventures Resort Leatherhead Road Chessington Surrey KT9 2NEHours: Fixed term contract to 15th November 2026

Please note we reserve the right to close applications early if we receive a high volume of quality applications. We would therefore recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible.

COME & JOIN BRITAINS WILDEST ADVENTURE!

Are you passionate about creating memorable experiences? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, fun environment? Then we want YOU to be part of our team. Leave the everyday behind and unleash your imagination as you explore a career at Chessington World of Adventures Resort, Britain’s biggest wildlife theme park.

Here at Chessington World of Adventures our 2026 Season is in full swing, and we are looking for Rides & Attractions Hosts to join team!

You will be working in a fast-paced environment, welcoming and interacting with Adventurers, whilst monitoring queue lines and implementing ride restrictions. To deliver an exceptional customer service as a part of the biggest front line team. To follow and enforce all health and safety protocols while ensuring Adventurers create a memorable experience on the Rides. To be a part of a team filled with enthusiasm and energy day bringing new challenges.

Key Accountabilities Your main responsibility is getting Guests onto and off of a variety of thrilling Rides, making sure that Health and safety in always priority. With the Training you will be pro-actively handling guest queries and complaints. You will ensure that your area is always kept to the highest standards.

  • To ensure Health and safety of self, staff and Adventurers at all times
  • To enforce the highest standards and follow all restrictions set
  • To deliver high standards of customer service and creating memorable experiences
  • To be a Team player in a fast paced and unique Role
  • Carrying out daily checks on the rides
  • Report any H&S safety concerns using appropriate method.
  • Ensure any H&S incidents are reported the same day and followed up.
  • Follow all training procedures to meet requirements.
  • Implement all ride restrictions.

Qualifications & Experience

We need you to come with is the right positive attitude, enjoy working as part of a team, in a fast-paced environment, and be able to deliver jaw dropping fun to our Guests!

Whilst we do not require any formal qualifications or experience for this role, the following would be desirable:

  • Customer service experience
  • Working outdoors
  • Prepared for new challenges every day

Benefits

  • A competitive hourly rate
  • Access to Merlin benefits page with discounts on over 1000 fashion and electronic retailers, restaurants, and travel
  • 25% discount in our on-site retail shops and restaurants
  • 40% discount on Lego
  • Merlin Magic Pass - 20 free tickets for you, your family, and friends to enjoy all our Merlin Attractions across the world
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities

If you have any questions or if you require any assistance, because of a disability or medical condition, please contact us by email at recruitment@merlinentertainments.biz and one of the team will get back to you as soon as possible.

Pay Range

Competitive

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Company benefits

Annual bonus
Buy or sell annual leave
Charity donation scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Employee assistance programme
Employee discounts – 40% LEGO Discount
Enhanced pension match/contribution
Eye Care Support
Family health insurance
Health insurance
Theme park discounts
Lunch and learns
In house training
Further education support
Open to part time work for some roles
Open to part-time employees
Mental health first aiders
Mentoring
Learning platform
Collaboration spaces
Modern office
Private booths
Employee recognition scheme
Volunteer days

Working at Merlin

Company employees:

22,000

Gender diversity (m:f):

52:48

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