Fire Pit Attendant

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

Part-time,

Grand Rapids, MI, USA

USD 17-17 / hour

Posted on Nov 10, 2026
Position: Fire Pit Attendant
Location: Grand Rapids, MI
Job Id: 905
# of Openings: 2
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park promotes the enjoyment, understanding, and appreciation of gardens, sculpture, the natural environment, and the arts. Meijer Gardens is ranked among the 100 most visited art institutions in the world. The organization embraces the concept of a major cultural attraction centering around horticulture & sculpture. Meijer Gardens' commitment is to create a legacy of lifelong learning, enjoyment, and a rich cultural experience for generations to come.
Department: Guest Experience
Supervisor: Director of Special Events & Performing Arts
Pay Type: Hourly, Part-Time, Seasonal
Compensation: The hourly rate for this position is $17.00 per hour.
Position Summary: The Fire Pit Attendant is responsible for maintaining a safe, warm, and inviting fire pit area for guests during ENLIGHTEN. This role requires attentiveness to fire safety protocols, proactive guest service, and an understanding of outdoor safety in colder conditions. The Fire Pit Attendant ensures that the fire pit is continuously monitored, safely maintained, and that guests can enjoy the warmth safely.

Essential Functions
  • Fire Maintenance & Safety
    • Start, maintain, and safely extinguish fires as necessary.
    • Regularly check firewood levels and ensure a continuous, controlled burn.
    • Monitor fire pit area for potential hazards and ensure that fire safety protocols are strictly followed.
    • Keep a fire extinguisher and other fire-safety equipment accessible at all times.
  • Guest Interaction
    • Greet guests, provide friendly guidance on fire pit safety, and answer any questions.
    • Assist guests in maintaining safe behavior around the fire pit, especially children.
    • Provide basic first-aid assistance if needed or direct guests to medical support.
  • Environmental Maintenance
    • Keep the fire pit area clean, organized, and free of debris.
    • Ensure seating, tables, and any other surrounding amenities are well-organized and safe.
    • Manage stock of firewood and report when more supplies are needed.
  • Weather Adaptation
    • Adapt fire management techniques to varying winter weather conditions, ensuring the fire stays effective and safe in colder or wetter conditions.
    • Monitor guests for signs of discomfort due to cold and be prepared to direct them to warmer areas if necessary.
Education and / or Qualifications preferred:
  • Education: High school diploma or equivelent preferred.
  • Experience: Experience with fire pit or outdoor fire maintenance preferred. Strong customer service skills and ability to communicate fire safety guidelines effectively. Ability to work outdoors in winter conditions for extended periods.
  • Skills/Knowledge/Licenses: Basic knowledge of fire safety and first aid.
Organizational Expectations
  • Embrace Meijer Gardens’ mission to promote the enjoyment, understanding and appreciation of gardens, sculpture, the natural environment, and the arts.
  • Embrace the organization’s non-profit status and commitment to serving and treating the public with dignity and working with a broad and diverse group of employees, volunteers, members, and guests in a respectful and professional manner.
Working Conditions: Basic mobility is expected in offices, grounds, and exhibition areas. Ability to observe details at close range and communicate information accurately with others. Engage in occasional object manipulation with or without assistance, and efficiently navigate the workspace to access essential resources. Ability to regularly move up to 20 pounds, and frequently up to 50 pounds (i.e., load, unload, and move supplies, medium to heavy weight tools, and equipment). Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder. Regularly operates in outdoor and challenging weather conditions, including exposure to temperatures exceeding 100°F and dropping below 0°F, rain, high humidity, snow, and direct sunlight. This encompasses both outdoor settings and greenhouse environments. May entail exposure to various workplace hazards such as hazardous materials, loud noise, and extreme heat/cold.
As part of our onboarding process, all new hires are required to complete our background check.
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
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