Las Vegas Brand Seeks Thanksgiving Buffet Tester
In an interesting twist leading up to Thanksgiving, a brand is looking to hire a “Thanksgiving buffet tester,” and they’re offering a pretty enticing pay of $2,000. So that’s something! Vegas Insider, the entertainment and travel brand, is on the hunt for someone to sample, rate, and review a buffet on the Las Vegas Strip.
“This is our first year running such a contest, and we’re really impressed by the initial feedback,” a representative shared this week, echoing a sense of excitement that seems to be resonating with many.
The Pew Research Center indicates that about 3% of adults are expected to dine out for Thanksgiving in 2024. It’s kind of a shift, right? People are definitely open to alternatives this year.
“We’re getting a flood of applications, and it seems like folks truly find the idea appealing,” added the representative. There’s something about this buffet tester gig that just sparks interest.
Meanwhile, Las Vegas is experiencing a drop in tourism, with just over 3 million visitors recorded in September. This figure marks an 8.8% decline from last year, according to the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Bureau. Maybe the pricing? It’s been mentioned that dining out in the city is a bit pricier due to fewer tourists around.
For years, buffets in Las Vegas were a staple attraction for tourists. However, it looks like things are evolving. The trend is shifting towards food halls on the Strip, leaving traditional buffets somewhat behind. Rick Harrison, known from Pawn Stars, recently noted that this decline reflects changing eating habits and even called it a bit of “Darwinism.” It’s a thought-provoking perspective.
“A hundred years ago, lobster was considered food for the poor. Everything seems to change over time,” he remarked, suggesting that preferences shift just like everything else.
Notably, some famous buffets have closed, like the Rio’s Carnival World Buffet, which reopened last year as Canteen Food Hall. Even ARIA Buffet shut its doors in 2020, later rebranding to Proper Eats Food Hall.
Curious about getting in on the buffet tester opportunity? They’re inviting applicants who can capture their buffet experiences through TikTok or Instagram videos and share insights about their favorite dishes.
