Game Show Host (Seattle Southcenter)

Job Description

Job Description

THE ROLE
Great Big Game Show Hosts are world-class hospitality experts who genuinely love people, thrive in high-energy environments, and take pride in creating unforgettable guest experiences.

As a Host, you’ll lead guests through our live, 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 this video to see what it’s all about!

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 THIS ROLE IS A GREAT FIT
This role is great for people who:

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

People who do best here are naturally 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 with clear 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 in transparent 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 on Performance , Availability and Commitment . 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 (Click HERE to 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 a non-exempt hourly role . Benefits vary by employment status.
Click HERE to view benefits currently offered for local store team members.