Event Host
Company : Bowlero
Location : Milford, CT, 06460
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 28 December 2025
Overview
Your next adventure starts here! At Lucky Strike Entertainment, great times and exciting opportunities go hand in hand. Join us as an Event Host and become part of a vibrant atmosphere filled with dynamic experiences and endless possibilities. Start making your own luck today!
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age to qualify for a position.
WHAT OUR EVENT HOSTS DO
Our event hosts are responsible for keeping our guests satisfied throughout the life-cycle of their event, exceeding expectations and anticipating needs like it was second nature. Multitasking is the name of the game—and if you’re good at that, you’ll be great as our event host.
AN EVENT HOST’S DAY-TO-DAY
- Gather all essential info for events and staffing prior to an event’s start
- Liaise with managers, chefs, and service staff regarding event timing and any special requests
- Suggestively sell “extensions” (i.e., additional entertainment or food & beverage) to the pre-ordered event food, beverage, and/or experience package
- Coordinate the setup of all tables/areas/supplies and manage the service of all food & beverage
- Create a personal connection with the event contact and ensure that all guest needs aren’t just met, but exceeded
- Assist the guest by helping program names into the scoring system, explaining safety precautions, and maybe even giving a quick bowling lesson (kidding, not kidding)
WHAT IT TAKES
- Well-developed interpersonal skills
- A commitment to great guest service
PERKS (MORE REASONS YOU’LL LOVE YOUR JOB)
- Free Bowling!
- $1 Arcade Play
- 20% off Events
- 50% off Food & Beverages
WORK ENVIRONMENT/ PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Typical entertainment environment where you will walk, bend and stand for periods of time, and may lift objects with some assistance.
Job Type: Part-time
Shift:
- Evening shift
- Night shift
Weekly day range:
- Weekend availability
Work Location: One location
Who We Are
Lucky Strike Entertainment, formerly Bowlero Corp, is one of the world’s premier location-based entertainment platforms. With over 360 locations across North America, Lucky Strike Entertainment provides experiential offerings in bowling, amusements, water parks, and family entertainment centers. The company also owns the Professional Bowlers Association, the major league of bowling and a growing media property that boasts millions of fans around the globe. For more information on Lucky Strike Entertainment, please visit ir.luckystrikeent.com.
The pay range for this position is $16.35 to $22.00/hour.
Lucky Strike Entertainment offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package which includes healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. More details regarding benefits are available here: www.bowlerocorp.com/careers/benefits
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Frequently asked questions
Milford's entertainment scene is growing, leading to steady demand for event hosts. While opportunities exist, competition rises especially on weekends and evenings. Candidates with strong multitasking and guest service skills tend to stand out among applicants in this area.
Locally, part-time evening and weekend event host positions are increasingly popular to accommodate entertainment schedules. Employers like Bowlero prioritize candidates who can juggle multiple guest needs, reflecting a trend toward versatile, service-oriented hires in Milford’s leisure sector.
Successful event hosts excel at multitasking and interpersonal communication, ensuring guests feel prioritized. Familiarity with event coordination, suggestive selling, and basic technical tasks—like managing scoring systems—can significantly enhance performance in this role.
Event Hosts often transition into managerial or coordinator roles within entertainment venues by building expertise in event logistics and guest relations. Gaining experience in sales upselling and team coordination opens pathways toward event management and supervisory positions.
An Event Host usually prepares by gathering event details, coordinates with various teams, manages setups, and ensures a smooth guest experience. Throughout the event, they anticipate needs, facilitate activities, and handle any special requests to maintain high satisfaction.
Bowlero fosters a lively, guest-focused environment emphasizing fun and engagement. Event Hosts there enjoy perks like free bowling and discounts, reflecting a company culture that values employee enjoyment alongside superior guest service.
At Bowlero, Event Hosts blend entertainment with hospitality, often participating in interactive activities like bowling lessons. The role is not just service-oriented but also immersive, offering unique perks and a dynamic atmosphere uncommon in typical event hosting jobs.
Hourly wages for this role at Bowlero in Milford range from $16.35 to $22.00, reflecting local market standards for part-time entertainment positions. Competitive pay combined with performance incentives and benefits makes it a financially attractive gig.
While formal certifications aren't typically mandatory, having training in customer service or hospitality can enhance candidacy. Local employers value experience with event coordination software and strong interpersonal skills, which improve guest interaction quality.
Many believe event hosting is just greeting guests, but it requires multitasking, problem-solving, and sales skills. The position demands proactive guest engagement and coordination behind the scenes, making it a dynamic and multifaceted role.