Party Host

Dave & Buster's Inc.; Hoffman Estates (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

50% off food, beverages, activities

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Internal growth opportunities

Be part of a New Center Opening Team

Rewards and recognition program

Paid time off (for those who qualify)

Family Fund assistance

Certified Trainer program

Job summary

Main Event Entertainment is seeking a Party Host to bring fun birthday celebrations to life. You will welcome guests, guide scheduled activities, and actively engage with party-goers to create memorable experiences.

Protect safety and sanitation while delivering excellent guest service. Responsibilities include setting up and breaking down events, handling payments, and coordinating with the party planner to ensure smooth operations.

Qualifications

• Guest-focused mindset and strong interpersonal skills.
• Teamwork is essential to deliver seamless parties.
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask during events.
• Effective communication with management, team members and guests.
• Availability to work days, evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Uphold cleanliness and safety standards.
• Welcoming birthday parties and serving as their Host during activities.
• Engage with guests to create memorable experiences.
• Monitor events, anticipate party needs and assist the party planner.
• Manage birthday gifts and cake, and handle payments at check-in/out.
• Set up and break down before and after each party.

Skills

Guest focus

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication

Flexible schedule

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!)

Main Event Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer and proud to be an E-VerifyEmployer where required by law.

Salary

• Compensation is from $14 - $16 per hour

Salary Range:

16

18

We are an equal opportunity employer and participate in E-Verify in states where required.