Game Show Host

Great Big Game Show; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, vision, dental coverage

Employee discount

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Job summary

Great Big Game Show in Chicago is seeking a high-energy Host to lead guest-facing game segments, introduce each game, and deliver fun, engaging commentary as points are tracked and winners crowned.

You will thrive in a fast-paced environment, work nights and weekends, complete a training period before running a show solo, and help create unforgettable guest experiences through hospitality and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Guest-focused mindset.
• Available to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Comfortable speaking to and leading groups of 2-14 guests.
• Able to meet the physical requirements listed above.
• Reliable, coachable, and team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Uphold current and new company service and hospitality standards.
• Deliver upbeat, conversational introductions.
• Introduce each mini-game clearly and enthusiastically.
• Improvise fun, family-friendly commentary for guests of all ages.
• Track points, award winners, and celebrate with guests.
• Deliver a clear, engaging outro recap of the experience.
• Resolve service failures immediately and graciously.
• Check in guests for their game show and prepare them for fun.

Skills

Guest focus

Night/weekend availability

Public speaking

Physical ability

Reliability

Coachability

Team player

Job description

What is Great Big Game Show?

Brought to you by the creators of The Escape Game, it's a real-life game show that you can play with your friends and family. In one hour, two teams face off in classic game show mini-games with a live host. That host could be YOU.

The Role

Great Big Game Show Hosts are world-class hospitality experts who love people, thrive in high-energy, fast-paced environments, and take pride in creating unforgettable guest experiences.

You’ll introduce each game, deliver fun commentary, track points, and ultimately crown a winning team, all while making every guest feel seen, celebrated, and included.

This is a guest-facing, performance-based role where energy, confidence, and care for others matter. Hosts set the tone for the entire experience, from the first introduction to the final celebration.

Why Work With Us?

• Growth is real. Our fastest promotion from Host to GM was 4 months!
• Many of our shift leaders have been with us since we opened.
• You’ll high-five strangers, celebrate teams with confetti, and clock out having made a kid’s birthday.
• You’ll have a week of training before running a show solo.
• You’ll get quarterly feedback on your shows so you know what success looks like.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Must-Have:

• Guest focused mindset
• Available to work nights, weekends, and holidays
• Comfortable speaking to and leading groups of 2-14 guests
• Able to meet the physical requirements listed above
• Reliable, coachable, and team-oriented

Guest Experience & Hosting:

• Uphold current and new company service and hospitality standards
• Deliver upbeat, conversational introductions
• Introduce each mini-game clearly and enthusiastically
• Improvise fun, family-friendly commentary for guests of all ages
• Track points, award winners, and celebrate with guests
• Deliver a clear, engaging outro recap of the experience
• Resolve service failures immediately and graciously
• Check in guests for their game show and prepare them for fun

Comply with our uniform standards:

https://drive.google.com/open?id=1GFtiJHuezj_24JYMDQDh-PYzjfQVR4SU

Operations & Team Support:

• Use a host software to operate game shows in a studio
• Ensure studios are reset accurately and efficiently using setup sheets
• Maintain cleanliness of games and the facility
• Restock inventory and complete required reports
• Capture exciting guest moments and create and send highlight videos
• Maintain excellent time management to stay on schedule for assigned games

Benefits:

This is a non-exempt hourly role. Full-time team members are eligible for:

• 401(k) and matching
• Medical, vision, dental coverage.
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance

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