Meet some of our amazing seasonal staff in these interviews and get a unique insight into life behind the scenes at High Chaparral. They share their experiences, favorite moments, and what it's like to work amidst the magic of the Wild West.
Join them as they share everything from their first day at work and making new friends to unforgettable encounters with guests. Whether you're thinking of applying for a job with us or are just curious about what everyday life in the park is like, our employees offer honest, inspiring and funny stories.
Below you will also find the positions we have available.
Number of seasons at High Chaparral: 6
How did you come to work at High Chaparral?
I studied theater at Markaryds Folkhögskola and was told by someone who had previously worked at High Chaparral that it was a good and fun acting job. I had previously visited the park and immediately started youtubing clips and later decided to apply.
What do you do at High Chaparral?
I work on the train at High Chaparral as a train robber.
What does your work involve?
It involves a lot of different fun things. One day you can be a train robber out in Buffalo Springs and the next day you're in charge of security on the train. My job is a service-oriented acting job. We do improv theater for the visitors, but at the same time we can go out of character and answer questions and be helpful to the visitors if something comes up.
What qualities do you think are important to enjoy and do a good job?
To be flexible, spontaneous and positive because no two days are the same. The visitors are new and sometimes you are faced with new situations that you have never encountered before. Cooperation is a good word too. We work and have fun together with the visitors.
What is the absolute best thing about working at High Chaparral?
That it is so terribly fun. I laugh a lot at work and I am strengthened by my work. Meeting the visitors and working with my colleagues is unbeatable. We are a big summer family that works with theater and history and conveys this to the visitors.
How would you describe the culture/environment at High Chaparral?
High Chaparral is a very lovely environment to work in. It hardly feels like a workplace, but the park is more like a living city where we all have our tasks. We work across borders and greet each other in the morning. The Dalton brothers rob Candy store and the settlers take the train over to Mexico.
What do you do when you are not working at High Chaparral?
Then I work as a theater and dance teacher at the cultural school and Studio Move it in Växjö. I am also in a musical with Linneateatern in Växjö.
What are your future plans?
I want to work more in theater and dance both for myself but also with children and young people. I also want to travel to learn more about these subjects and to see the world.
Do you have a favorite spot at High Chaparral?
My favorite place is obviously on the train, but there's another place that I think a lot of people miss when they're there, it's next to the Lucky Luke arena. There's a sheep pen and a bridge that leads over to the church. It's cozy there!
What are your recommendations for those who would like to work seasonally at High Chaparral?
Go for it! Apply and challenge yourself. Come as you are and enjoy a wonderful summer.
Number of seasons at High Chaparral: 2
Works as: Team leader at the Young Guns store
How did you come to work at High Chaparral?
I went to High Chaparral as a child and thought it was absolutely magical. In later years, I felt it would be a dream to work there. So me and my girlfriend Jenny applied here together and we both got jobs. So now we're here.
What do you do at High Chaparral?
As a team leader, I am responsible for the store and the staff. I make schedules, answer questions and make sure everyone is happy. I also usually work at the checkout and have customer contact with the guests.
What qualities do you think are important to thrive and do a good job?
Social skills. If you can talk and be friendly with new people, you will have a great summer. You need to be flexible in your work as you sometimes have to fill in at other places as you help each other in the park.
What is the absolute best thing about working at High Chaparral?
The community. Everyone is nice to each other.
How would you describe the culture/environment at High Chaparral?
Homey, it almost feels like a second home.
What do you do when you're not working at High Chaparral?
I'm a construction worker. Mostly doing concrete work and some carpentry.
What are your future plans?
I'd like to work at High Chaparral for a few more years, get a flat and see what comes next.
Do you have a favorite spot at High Chaparral?
Behind the cash register. You get to interact with all the people there and sometimes it's fun to help them have a good day and a good experience during their visit.
What are your recommendations for those who would like to work seasonally at High Chaparral?
Apply!!!
Number of seasons at High Chaparral: 1
Working as: Waitress and bartender
What qualities do you think are important to enjoy and do a good job?
Taking care of guests and having fun at work.
What is the absolute best thing about working at High Chaparral?
The staff and the guests. Everyone is very happy and gets on well with each other.
How would you describe the culture/environment at High Chaparral?
It is the best environment to work in. You never feel alone at High Chaparral, there are always people to talk to.
What do you do when you're not working at High Chaparral?
Usually I walk around the park and hang out with my friends or I sit somewhere and play guitar.
What are your future plans?
Music. I would like to open my own bar with live music and select the best musicians to play there.
Do you have a favorite spot at High Chaparral?
The whole park is my favorite place
What are your recommendations for those who would like to work seasonally at High Chaparral?
I would recommend working at Restaurant Diligensen, where I have met the best colleagues ever. This was my first season and I will miss this place. Best summer.
Number of seasons at High Chaparral: 4
How did you come to work at High Chaparral?
I grew up near High Chaparral and have always visited the park during the summers. I thought it seemed like a fun summer job while I was in high school. It has resulted in four seasons so far.
What do you do at High Chaparral?
I work in warehousing and transportation.
What does your job involve?
Making sure that shops, restaurants and cafés get the goods they need to sell in the park. I also provide cashier support, which means that I help out if any of the cash registers break down.
What qualities do you think are important to enjoy and do a good job?
Being forward-thinking, committed and wanting to give every visitor the best possible experience.
What is the absolute best thing about working at High Chaparral?
It's a social job. You meet a lot of people, both guests and staff.
How would you describe the culture/environment at High Chaparral?
It is a very nice atmosphere. The staff work closely together and there are lots of activities in the evenings. During a summer you get to know many new people and make incredibly good friends.
What do you do when you're not working at High Chaparral?
Working out, hanging out with friends, and studying to be a helicopter pilot.
What are your future plans?
Work as a commercial helicopter pilot.
Do you have a favorite spot at High Chaparral?
Jill’s Ice Cream Bar
What are your recommendations for those who would like to work seasonally at High Chaparral?
Apply for the job. You'll have a great summer and meet lots of lovely people.
Working as: Shop assistant
How did you come to work at High Chaparral?
I was here last year with some friends to get a feel for the place, and just like that, the application was submitted.
What do you do at High Chaparral?
Shop assistant and barista in the coffee shop
What does your job involve?
Guest service, cashier service, getting robbed, getting shot, shooting robbers. Getting to play along so you create a role makes this job fun.
What is the absolute best thing about working at High Chaparral?
Getting to interact with children/guests and other characters, but also the community between all staff and citizens.
What do you do when you're not working at High Chaparral?
I'm on the run from my life at home as an electrical engineer on the railroad. Last winter I was in the mountains for the season and now after High Chaparral I'm going to Australia for six months.
What are your future plans?
I have not come up with anything on that point. I am doing what is fun and feels good right now.
Do you have a favorite spot on High Chaparral?
Kate's Palace because there is a lot going on there.
