Game Show Host (Birmingham)

Great Big Game Show; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) and matching

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Job summary

Great Big Game Show in Birmingham, AL, is seeking a dynamic Host to delight guests in a live, high-energy setting. This role offers part-time and full-time opportunities at The Summit, with nights, weekends, and holidays required.

You will introduce games, provide energetic commentary, track scores, and celebrate winning teams while ensuring every guest feels welcomed and valued. Training is provided, with potential for advancement to management.

Qualifications

• Guest-focused mindset and ability to engage groups of 2–14 guests.
• Available to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Able to meet the physical requirements listed.
• Reliable, coachable, and team-oriented.
• No prior hosting experience required; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Uphold current service and hospitality standards.
• Deliver upbeat, conversational introductions.
• Introduce mini-games clearly and enthusiastically.
• Improvise fun, family-friendly commentary for guests of all ages.
• Track points, award winners, and celebrate with guests.
• Deliver a clear outro recap of the experience.
• Resolve service failures gracefully.
• Check in guests and prepare them for fun.
• Follow uniform standards.

Skills

Guest focus

Availability nights

Reliability

Coachable

Team orientation

Job description

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Game Show Host (Birmingham)

Variable Birmingham, AL, US 2 Attachments

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1875

Salary Range: $15.00 To $16.00 Hourly

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

Job Type: Part-time and full-time. Non-exempt, hourly.

Starting Pay: $15 /hour. See pay increase opportunities below.

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.

Host: $15 /hour

Guest Experience Leader: $16 /hour

Assistant Manager in Training: $17 /hour

Assistant Manager: $18 /hour

General Manager: Salaried position. Potential bonus and salary increase opportunities with tenure. Salaries vary per location.

Location: We're located in The Summit

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 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. Copy and paste this link to view all uniform standards:

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

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

• 401(k) and matching
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance

Copy and paste this link to view full benefits:

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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.

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GBGS Uniform Standards.pdf

Local Store 2026 Benefits Overview (with FSA) (4).pdf