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Game Show Host (Opry Mills)

Great Big Game Show, Nashville, TN, USA

Job type: Full Time


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.