Game Show Host/Entertainer

Great Big Game Show; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) and matching

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Job summary

Great Big Game Show is seeking a dynamic Host/Entertainer in St. Louis, MO. This guest-facing, performance-based role requires energy, confidence, and a passion for hospitality to deliver unforgettable experiences across live studio games.

You will introduce games, provide lively commentary, track scores, and celebrate winners while ensuring every guest feels seen and valued. Training is provided and growth to leadership is possible.

Qualifications

• 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 (standing, lifting).
• Reliable, coachable, and team-oriented individuals are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Uphold current and new company service and hospitality standards.
• Deliver upbeat, conversational introductions and engage guests.
• Introduce mini-games clearly with enthusiastic commentary.
• 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 issues promptly and graciously.
• Check in guests for their game show and prep them for fun.

Skills

Guest focused mindset

Available to work nights weekends and

Comfortable speaking to groups

Meet physical requirements

Reliable coachable team-oriented

Job description

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Game Show Host/Entertainer

Variable St. Louis, MO, US 3 Attachments

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1870

Salary Range: $15.50 To $16.00 Hourly

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

Starting Pay: $15.50 /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: $15.50 /hour

Guest Experience Leader: $16 /hour

Assistant Manager in Training: Hourly position.

Assistant Manager:Hourly position.

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

Location:We're located in the center of the Foundry.

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.

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

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.

Attachments (3)

GBGS Uniform Standards.pdf

GBGS Uniform Standards.pdf

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