Usher - KeyBank Center

Buffalo Sabres

Buffalo, NY · NHL · Posted July 10, 2026

Role snapshot

Greet guests, assist with seating, monitor movement in assigned areas, answer questions, and ensure guest safety and compliance.

Department
Guest Experience & Security
Seniority
Entry level
Type
Full-Time
Work mode
On-Site
Education
High School
Pay
$18.57 /hr

What this job requires

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • High degree of interpersonal communication skills
  • Pleasant demeanor and good judgement
  • Able to stand for extended periods and climb stairs
  • Willing and able to respond to emergent situations

Nice to have

  • +Customer service experience

One of 258 Guest Experience & Security openings live across 90 organizations right now, 228 of them entry level like this one. 104 of the 258 list pay; this one does.

Job description

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Summary of Position

Ensure the safety and enjoyment of our guests while they attend events by assisting guests in locating assigned seating and resolving seating issues should they arise.  Answer general questions pertaining to events and the building and provide directions in and around the building. 

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Provide a high level of customer service to guests during events.
  • Greet, monitor, and control movement of guests in assigned areas within the arena to ensure guest safety and compliance with building policy.
  • Limit access to arena or specific areas to those with proper, valid tickets.
  • Work closely with various teammates including security, medical staff, guest services and event supervisors to provide high level of service.
  • Work under limited supervision and apply broadly defined procedures to varying situations.
  • Responsible for obtaining and having a working knowledge of all procedures and directives that pertain to each event.
  • Must be able to read tickets and have a firm grasp of the building.
  • Remain calm and professional in all situations.
  • Address various situations as they arise from guests.
  • Identify guests who may need additional assistance.
  • Provide support in the completion of reports and records.
  • Report pertinent information to supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications for the Position:

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent.
  • Must possess a high degree of interpersonal communication skills.
  • Must possess pleasant demeanor and practice good judgement and discretion.
  • Must be able to carry out instruction in written form.
  • Must be able to stand for extended periods of time and be able to climb stairs.
  • Must be willing and able to respond to emergent situations.
  • Must be able to work irregular hours including weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Compensation:

This role pays an hourly rate of $18.57

 

Western New York Arena, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  

ExperiencePreferred
  • Customer service experience.
EducationPreferred
  • High School or better

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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