Game Show Host

The Escape Game, LLC; Gatlinburg (TN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

The Escape Game, LLC is hiring a Great Big Game Show Host for the location at The Island in Pigeon Forge, TN. This full‑time, hourly role involves hosting, high-energy interaction with guests, and leading show activities.

Training begins November 3, with growth opportunities into leadership based on performance. Shifts run nights, weekends, and holidays; hours are typically 6–8 per shift, with a general 8am–midnight schedule.

Qualifications

• None! We train you. Prior hosting, performance, customer service, or hospitality experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Introduce each game, deliver fun commentary, track points and crown the winning team.
• Ensure guests feel seen and celebrated throughout the show.

Job description

See what it’s like to be a game show host! Copy and paste the link below:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ucx8U32OL2s

Start Date

Training and Orientation starts November 3rd

Role

Host at Great Big Game Show in Pigeon Forge

Job Type

Full-time. Non-exempt, hourly.

Starting Pay

$16/hour

Career Opportunities

We have 26 stores nationwide and are opening 15-20 more in 2027- and we are looking for leaders to launch them!

Great Big Game Show hosts can grow into a manager role in as little as 3-12 months! We’re looking for people who want a great part-time job and people who want to grow into leadership positions. Growth is based on your performance, availability, and alignment with our Mission, Vision, and Values.

Location

We’re located on The Island in Pigeon Forge, TN

Schedule

Nights, weekends, and holidays required; number of hours and shifts available vary by season

Hours/Shifts

We’re open 8am until after midnight daily. Shifts are usually 6-8 hours long; shorter or longer depending on business needs.

Physical Requirements

Able to stand for up to 6 game shows per shift; lift 30-40 lbs; bend, crawl, and move around a live studio set

Experience Required

None! We train you. Prior hosting, performance, customer service, or hospitality experience is a plus.

What is Great Game Show?

Brought to you by the creators of The Escape Game, it's a real-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 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 and celebrated. 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, clock out having made a kid’s birthday.
• You’ll have a week of training before running a show solo.

Company Mission Statement

To design and deliver epic interactive experiences for every single guest.

Company Values

• Passion: We love our guests, our brand, and our games.
• Integrity: We endeavor to honor God through hard work, honesty, fairness, and generosity.
• Creativity: We are always expanding the boundaries of what is possible.
• Teamwork: We can best accomplish our goals by selflessly working together.
• Excellence: We are relentless in our pursuit to be the best.
• Growth: We believe in expanding our business and developing our team members.