African Safari Wildlife Park 2026 Seasonal Staff

African Safari Wildlife Park is seeking seasonal staff for the 2026 season in Port Clinton, Ohio. All positions require excellent communication skills, the ability to pass pre-employment screening, and the ability to stand, walk, and perform physical tasks for several hours. Must be available to work weekends and holidays. All employees are expected to cross-train in multiple positions.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests with a smile and offer assistance in person or over the phone.
• Accept and scan tickets, process admissions using POS system, handle coupons and payments, and distribute receipts.
• Handle cash or card transactions, provide merchandise, and communicate appreciation for guest business.
• Follow asset protection policies and requirements.
• Prepare and distribute feed cups, enforce safety rules for guests and staff, monitor vehicles in the Drive Thru, and keep stations clean.
• Complete checklists associated with cashier positions and maintain cleanliness in assigned areas, including stocking merchandise and concessions.
• Work as a team player to help others complete objectives.
• Follow zoo sanitation standards and handle guest sales promptly and courteously using suggestive selling techniques.
• Use radio to communicate with management, supervisors, or rangers regarding questions or concerns.

Safari Café - Food Service and Ice Cream

• Prepare food products according to prescribed recipes, learn menu items, portions, and prices.
• Maintain cleanliness in kitchen equipment, food prep areas, and guest areas (tables, chairs, serving lines, condiment stands).
• Perform heavy lifting (approx. 40-50 lbs).
• Demonstrate honesty, reliability, and accurate cash handling.
• Use suggestive selling techniques and follow instructions, working individually or in groups during rush times.
• Maintain a well-groomed and professional appearance at all times.
• Follow ServSafe guidelines for food safety.

Animal Experience Attendant (Zoo It All Station, Aviary Attendant, Tortoise Attendant)

• Rotate through all operation positions.
• Perform daily cleaning, operation, and guest assistance at animal experiences.
• Offer facts and answer guest questions about animals.
• Monitor safety of guests and animals during experiences.
• Handle cash or card transactions on the spot.
• Portion lettuce for feedings, distribute budgie sticks, and sell additional merchandise.
• Maintain clean and presentable service areas.
• Assist children and adults onto a camel.
• Use radio to communicate with wildlife staff or supervisors regarding animal or guest concerns.

Groundskeeper

• Perform manual labor related to maintenance of buildings and grounds.
• Maintain cleanliness of public and behind-the-scenes areas, including mowing, weed eating, power washing, trash removal, window washing, and restroom cleaning.

Maintenance / Landscaping / Building & Grounds

• Perform manual labor related to repair and maintenance of buildings and grounds.
• Landscaping and repair or modification of existing exhibits, including construction of new exhibits as instructed by management.

Requirements

• Must be at least 14 years old with a valid work permit (some positions require individuals to be 18+ with a valid driver’s license).
• Must have a valid Driver’s License, State ID, or School ID.
• Must be able to walk, stand, sit, kneel, stoop, crawl, twist, reach above head, pull, bend, climb stairs and ladders, and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must have excellent communication skills and be able to follow instructions.
• Must be patient, alert, efficient, and courteous at all times.
• Must have a cheerful, courteous manner with a natural smile and be mature, level-headed.
• Must not be easily flustered by large crowds.
• Must be able to read, comprehend, and speak English.
• Experience on a register is helpful but not required.
• Must be comfortable working alone in a cashier booth and using a radio to communicate with management and coworkers.

Groundskeeper & Maintenance Positions

• Must be at least 18 years old with a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform manual labor, including heavy lifting and working under adverse conditions (weather, heights).
• For maintenance roles: Basic knowledge of construction principles and practices, preferably with a background in carpentry, masonry, and/or welding.

Qualifications

• Ability to work well with money and maintain a professional appearance.
• Comfortable standing and walking alongside vehicles in the Drive Thru.
• For animal experience roles: Comfortable physically assisting guests and handling animals.