Job Description
City of Providence Parks Department – City Center Rink City Center Rink is in the heart of downtown Providence between Biltmore and Burnside Park. It is one of the 120 city parks in Providence, including 12 downtown parks. During the winter season, The Providence Rink serves over 50,000 ice skating and ice bumper car patrons. It is the premier destination for visitors to explore our downtown parks and a staple in the community for outdoor activities.
The City Center Rink is looking for a seasonal Skate Host position. The staff member will work under the supervision of assistant managers and will report to the City Center Manager.
Opportunities at the City Center Rink are fun, fast paced and challenging. Skate host should be able to ice skate at a high level and also work in the skate rental area.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: - Attend required training dates
- Monitoring the ice skating surface while on ice skates
- Cleaning and sanitizing skates
- Maintaining order of the skate rental room and surrounding area(s)
- Assisting customers if they fall
- Assist in opening and closing of the facility
- Meeting high levels of customer service
- Setup bumper car area and bumper cars when needed
- Communicate to patrons about skating rink rules
- Communicate with staff via radio
- Visually watch ice skating rink for injuries or other challenges
- Communicate clearly and positively with all customers and staff
- Returning and renting skates, skate aids, and helmets
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized rental room and skate area
- Ensure equipment and spaces are kept neat and presentable for guests
- Other duties may be assigned
Requirements: - Evening and weekend hours and holidays will be included - must be available for 2 holidays at minimum and during School Vacation(s)
- Open on Christmas Eve, New Years Eve, & New Years Day
- School Vacations are from 12/22/25-1/2/26 & 2/16/26-2/17/26
- Experience with customer service in a public setting
- Experience ice skating
- Agile & Confident Ice Navigation
- Ability to stop quickly & swiftly
- Can bend over & pick up cones/assist skaters
Job Type: Part-time Pay: From $17.50 per hour starting Work Location: In person
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Part time, Seasonal work, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,