Game Show Host (Fulton Market District in Chicago)

The Escape Game; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Big Game Show in Chicago is hiring a Host to guide guests through a live, hour-long game show experience, delivering energetic introductions and family-friendly commentary.

You will track points, crown winners, and help deliver a memorable guest experience while staying on schedule. This on-site role requires flexible availability, including nights and weekends.

Growth opportunities exist with training certifications and leadership roles as GBGS expands.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to engage guests and provide outstanding service.
• Enjoy public speaking, performing, or entertaining.
• Work well in fast-paced, team-based environments.
• Strong problem-solving and quick decision-making skills.
• Basic computer and technology skills for operating host software.

Responsibilities

• Lead groups of 2–14 guests through live game shows.
• Deliver upbeat, conversational introductions and family-friendly commentary.
• Track points, announce winners, and celebrate with guests.
• Check in guests and prepare them for the next game show.
• Operate show software and maintain studio setup for efficiency.

Skills

Guest service

Public speaking

Team player

Problem solving

Tech literacy

Job description

Great Big Game Show is opening in Chicago in the Fulton Market District. Tentative start date for training is in October. THE ROLE

Great Big Game Show Hosts areworld-class hospitality expertswho genuinely love people, thrive in high-energy environments, and take pride in creating unforgettable guest experiences.

As a Host, you’ll lead guests through ourlive, hour-long game show experiences, where teams compete in 8-10 fast-paced mini-games involving physical challenges, trivia, luck, and skill. 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. Check out thisvideoto see what it’s all about!

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

WHY THIS ROLE IS A GREAT FIT

This role is great for people who:

• Loveserving guestsand working hard to help people make great memories
• Enjoypublic speaking, performing, or entertaining
• Want a fun and upbeat job on your feet... not at a desk! to
• Are looking forgrowth opportunities(not required, but there are opportunities for growth!)
• Thrieve in fast-paced, team-oriented environments

People who do best here arenaturally hospitable, coachable, and energized by making someone else’s day better.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Guest Experience & Hosting

• Lead groups of 2-14 guests through live game shows
• 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!

Operations & Team Support

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

GROWTH & CAREER PROGRESSION

This role is designed withclear opportunities for growth. As you grow in skill, consistency, and leadership, opportunities may include:

• Pay increases tied to performance and positional changes
• Training certifications and advanced hosting responsibilities
• Advancement into leadership roles

We believe intransparent expectations.Growth comes from excellent hospitality, alignment with Mission, Vision and Values, teamwork, a positive attitude, and mastery of the current role you are in. We promote based onPerformance,AvailabilityandCommitment. Team members who excel in these areas can grow very quickly!

Team members that excel can grow as quickly as:

• Team Leader: 3-6 months
• Assistant Manager In Training: 6-9 months
• Assistant Manager: 9-12 months

Further growth can lead to a GM role either in your current store or relocating to a new location, as GBGS opens new stores across the country!

REQUIREMENTS

• Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to stand and host for extended periods (up to 4-5 game shows per shift)
• Comfort with extended public speaking and guest interaction
• Ability to improvise appropriate, professional commentary
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as cleaning, lifting 30-40 lbs, bending, crawling, painting, and minor repairs
• Ability to reset game components within specific timeframes
• Alignment with GBGS Uniform Standards (ClickHEREto view the uniform standards)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Genuine love for serving others
• Coachability, humility, and a team-first mindset
• Quick decision-making and creative problem-solving
• Basic computer and technology skills
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment

BENEFITS

This is anon-exempt hourly role. Benefits vary by employment status. ClickHEREto view benefits currently offered for local store team members.