Play Attendant & Shift Lead – Check N’ Play

Play Attendant & Shift Lead – Check N’ Play

Location: Check N’ Play – Brea Mall, CA

Compensation:

• Play Attendant: $18 – $23/hour (based on experience)
• Shift Lead: $22 – $25/hour (based on experience)
• Tips (when applicable): Eligible during café shifts
• Spot Bonuses: Earn bonuses for each membership, birthday party, or special event you help convert

Job Type: Part-Time & Full-Time Available (Positions start in August 2025)

About Check N’ Play

Check N’ Play is a fresh and thoughtfully curated concept for families with kids aged 18 months to 6 years. We're not a daycare—we're an imaginative, enriching space where children can explore independently or with their caregivers, while parents relax with great coffee, snacks, and retail options in a modern café setting.

As we grow—with multiple locations on the horizon—we’re building a founding team of energetic, warm, and creative individuals ready to make this a joyful experience for everyone who walks through the door.

What You’ll Do

All Play Team Members (Attendants & Shift Leads) are cross-trained to support:

• The Play Floor – Engage with children and caregivers to facilitate safe, meaningful play
• Curriculum Activities – Help plan and deliver rotating weekly activities like art projects, sensory play, storytime, and music
• Guest Check-In & Retail – Greet families, process check-ins, and support retail transactions
• Café Operations – Prep drinks and snacks, manage registers, and maintain a clean café environment (tips available during these shifts)
• Special Events – Assist with birthday parties and pop-ups, from setup through guest support and cleanup
• Sales Support – Recommend memberships, classes, and parties—earn spot bonuses when you help close the deal!

Additional Responsibilities for Shift Leads

Our Play Attendant – Shift Leads play a key leadership role on the floor. In addition to all general duties, Shift Leads:

• Act as the point person during shifts, supporting and guiding other Attendants
• Coordinate closely with the General Manager to ensure smooth operations and exceptional guest experiences—aiming for happy kids, stress-free caregivers, and zero tears at exit
• Proactively engage with families, resolving minor issues before they escalate and helping build lasting relationships that drive repeat visits
• Partner with the Special Events Coordinator to ensure that birthday party families feel cared for, celebrated, and thrilled with their experience
• Support staff scheduling, training, and onboarding in collaboration with the management team
• Help track and drive performance metrics related to sales, service, and operational excellence
• Report guest feedback, team observations, and opportunities for improvement to the General Manager

What We’re Looking For

For All Play Attendants:

• CPR Certification (required)
• Experience working with young children in educational or play-based settings (preschool, afterschool, camps, etc.)
• High energy, a strong work ethic, and comfort working in a physically active role (lots of bending, lifting, crawling, and smiling)
• Friendly, guest-centered attitude and strong communication skills
• Comfort working across multiple areas—play, café, retail, and events
• Food Handler’s Certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire)

Bonus if you have:

• A background in early childhood education, child development, or related fields
• Experience designing curriculum or structured kids’ activities
• Previous café, retail, or hospitality experience
• Bilingual language skills (especially Spanish, Korean, or Mandarin)

For Shift Lead Candidates, we also look for:

• Previous team lead, educator-leader, or assistant manager experience
• Natural leadership skills with the ability to mentor peers and communicate confidently with guests
• Strategic mindset to drive guest satisfaction, sales conversion, and repeat business
• Strong organizational habits and comfort with light reporting or performance tracking
• Eagerness to grow with a fast-scaling concept

Why Join Check N’ Play?

• Competitive Pay – $20–$25/hour based on role and experience, plus tips during café shifts
• Spot Bonuses – Rewarded for driving memberships, event bookings, and upsells
• Creative Freedom – Help build and lead enriching, themed play activities
• Cross-Functional Training – Get experience in hospitality, early childhood, events, and retail
• Professional Growth – Join a launch team with future opportunities as we open new locations
• Supportive Culture – Work with a team that values kindness, flexibility, and fun

Sound Like a Fit?

Whether you're looking to lead or support, this is your chance to join a unique, joyful concept at the ground level. Apply now and help create an experience families love—and return to again and again.https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4248575225/