Party Host

Dave & Buster's Management Corporation, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 9,600 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% off food, beverages, activities &

Job summary

Main Event is seeking a lively Party Host to greet birthday parties, manage scheduled activities, and keep guests engaged from start to finish. You’ll ensure safety and sanitation while delivering unforgettable celebrations and smooth event flow.

No previous party-hosting required, but hospitality experience helps. You’ll thrive on teamwork, attention to detail, and multi-tasking as you coordinate with the party parent and staff, set up and tear down, and process payments.

Qualifications

• Prior food & beverage or Party Host experience is a plus, but not required.
• Guest-focused mindset and strong teamwork are essential.
• Attention to detail and multi-tasking are important.
• Availability to work days, nights and/or weekends.

Responsibilities

• Upholding cleanliness and safety standards.
• Welcoming and engaging with arriving birthday parties and serving as their Host throughout scheduled activities.
• Interacting with guests to create memorable experiences.
• Monitoring events, anticipating needs, and aiding the party parent/planner.
• Gathering and storing birthday gifts and cake (if applicable).
• Processing payment transactions and welcoming guests back.
• Setting up, breaking down, and cleaning before and after each party event.

Skills

Guest-focused mindset

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication

Job description

Job Description: At Main Event, our Party Hosts are the life of the party and create unforgettable birthday memories! As a Party Host, you are enthusiastic and relentless in creating FUN birthday celebrations, all while having a little fun yourself! You know the details of the event inside and out and can manage the scheduled birthday activities, so our birthday parents don’t have to! You’re also dedicated to delivering the highest standards in safety and sanitation.

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING DAILY?

• Upholding our cleanliness and safety standards (We take this seriously!)
• Welcoming and engaging with arriving birthday parties and serving as their Host throughout their scheduled activities (let’s get this party started!)
• Creating memorable experiences by interacting and engaging with the party Guests throughout the birthday event
• Ensuring memorable birthday experiences by monitoring events, anticipating party needs, and aiding the party parent/party planner
• Gathering and storing birthday gifts and cake (if applicable)
• Processing payment transactions and welcoming our Guests back
• Setting up, breaking down, and cleaning before and after each party event

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Prior food and beverage or Party Host experience is a plus, but not required
• Guest focused mindset (We heart our Guests!)
• Teamwork is a must (Teamwork makes the dream work!)
• Attention to detail and strong multi-tasking skills
• Can effectively communicate with Management, Team Members, and Guests Availability to work days, nights and/or weekends

PERKS AND BENEFITS

Main Event Team Members are expected to give their best on the job - so we do our part in making sure we give you what you need to stay motivated, valued and embrace living your best life!

• Awesome culture that’s inclusive, rewarding and FUN!
• 50% off food, beverages, activities and unlimited game play!
• Tuition Reimbursement Program (yes please!)
• We help others grow!
• (internal promote culture)
• Be part of a New Center Opening Team!
• Our rewards and recognition program rock!
• Benefits and paid time off (for those who qualify)
• Our Family Fund helps our Team Members financially in their time of need
• Become a Certified Trainer (aka, the best of the best!)

Salary

Salary Range: 7.25 - 13.25

About the Company

Walking into a Main Event is like entering a new world of lights, music, entertainment, and laughter. Every Guest is greeted by the genuine, glowing faces of Main Event Team Members as they see splashes of color and new opportunities to play. Each center is full of passionate, driven people who are serving others and making memories that bring to life our chef-inspired meals, full-service catering with private rooms, high-energy bar with the latest audio-visual technology, space for birthday parties for kids and adults, and party rooms for corporate, school, and league events. A trip to Main Event is a chance for the whole family to reconnect, celebrate, compete, eat, and play. When you’re with us, each and every moment together is the Main Event.

Equal Opportunity

Main Event Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer and proud to be an E-Verify Employer where required by law. Salary Range: 7.25 - 13.25 We are an equal opportunity employer and participate in E-Verify in states where required.

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