Birthday parties are a highlight of Diggers Cove and the Party Host makes them shine. You own each party from setup to cleanup: greeting the birthday family, keeping the timeline on track, serving packaged food and drinks, and making sure every guest has a blast. This role is weekend-weighted, when most parties and group bookings happen.

Type: Part-time, at-will (W-2)

Hours: ~18–22 hrs/week; weekend-weighted (Fri, Sat, Sun)

Pay: $11.00 to $13.00/hour (plus any guest tips)

Reports to: Store Lead / Owners

What You'll Do

• Set up the party room before guests arrive - tables, decor, place settings and supplies.
• Greet the birthday family and be their go-to host for the whole event.
• Keep the party on schedule: play time, food time, cake and goodbye.
• Serve packaged food, drinks and cake; manage the party room and keep it tidy.
• Coordinate with floor staff so party guests flow safely through the play area.
• Reset and deep-clean the room between bookings.
• Help with field trips and full-store group bookings as needed.

What We're Looking For

• Outgoing, upbeat, and great at making kids and parents feel special.
• Organized and calm while juggling timing, food and a room full of excited kids.
• 16 or older (16–17 welcome, subject to Texas teen-work-hour rules).
• Reliable weekend availability (Fri–Sun).
• Comfortable with a tablet/POS for add-on sales.

Physical Requirements

Able to stand and move for full shifts, carry trays and supplies, and lift up to 25 lbs.

How to Apply

We hire and onboard through Gusto. Apply through the Diggers Cove job post on Gusto. We review applications on a rolling basis and reach out to schedule a quick interview and a paid trial shift.

Equal Opportunity & At-Will

Diggers Cove is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. All employment is at-will under Texas law.