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Mascot Performer & Handler

Goldfish Swim School, Lexington, KY, United States


Benefits:
Free uniforms
Training & development
Wellness resources
Goldfish Swim School is looking for

high-energy individuals

to help bring our mascot,

Bubbles the Goldfish , to life! This is a fun, part-time opportunity ideal for outgoing people who enjoy interacting with families and being part of the community.

You'll work in pairs: one person wears the mascot costume while the other supports as a handler-chatting with families, handing out flyers, and keeping things running smoothly. You'll take turns throughout the shift.

What You'll Do:

Entertain and engage the public as Bubbles the mascot at community hotspots and nearby businesses.
Hand out promotional materials and answer general questions about our swim programs.
Switch roles between mascot performer and handler during your shift.
Be a cheerful and energetic presence that represents Goldfish Swim School's positive culture.
Job Details:

Part-time | ~15 hours per week
Shift Times:
Weekdays during either lunchtime (12 PM - 3 PM) or early evening (4 PM - 7 PM)
Pay:

$16-$18 per hour, depending on experience
No prior mascot or marketing experience needed!
What We're Looking For:

Reliable, enthusiastic individuals who enjoy engaging with kids and parents.
Must be able to stand and walk for 3-hour shifts.
Comfortable wearing a mascot costume outdoors (we use a lightweight inflatable version).
Positive attitude and team mindset.
Why You'll Love This Job:

It's upbeat, fun, and every day is different.
You'll help promote an important mission-teaching kids how to swim safely.
Flexible hours that work well for students or anyone looking for a side gig.

Ready to Make a Splash?
Apply now! We can't wait to meet you!

Compensation: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Tropical Vibes & Impacting Lives!

You feel it the moment you walk in. There's more than vibrant colors, a tropical theme and happy children. There's something different, something extraordinary. Something truly GOLDEN.

It's passion Not just a passion for kids or a passion for swimming...it's a special passion for changing - even saving - lives, by being a part of kids learning to swim.

When you work at Goldfish, you're not just an employee. You're a part of something bigger. You're making an impact; a splash in the lives of the children in your community. You're an integral part of a team, working together to move forward a mission. You're also making waves in your future, learning life lessons in and out of the pool through mentorship, leadership and passion. At Goldfish, it's more than a job - it's an endless pool of possibilities, opportunities and life-changing moments!

Making Waves with Passion, Purpose & Core Values!

At Goldfish, our core values are at the heart of everything we do, and behind every decision that we make. To us, these values are more than just words - they're embraced with purpose in our everyday lives, and what allows us to make a splash in our community, and in the lives of our members and our team!

We go above and beyond with every detail to create a

GOLDEN Experience!

We believe in nurturing a culture that provides

WOW! Customer Service

We do the right things, make the right decisions and treat people with

Integrity • Compassion • Trust

We meet and exceed expectations so you see

Extraordinary Results

We make a big deal about life's accomplishments by remembering to

Celebrate!

Each Goldfish Swim School is an independently owned and operated franchise. The respective Franchisee is the employer at each Goldfish Swim School location. Each franchisee can set their own wages, benefit programs and terms and conditions of employment, which may vary at each Goldfish Swim School location.