Host

Shelter Hall; Brighton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A popular food market in Brighton seeks a Host/Hostess to greet and seat guests, manage walk-ins, and contribute to a vibrant atmosphere. The ideal candidate should have strong people skills, a positive attitude, and enjoy working in a busy environment. This role offers competitive pay and opportunities for personal growth within the hospitality industry.

Benefits

Service charge payments

Pay day on demand

Employee Assistance Programme

25% discount when dining socially

Employee socials and awards nights

Qualifications

• Previous customer service experience preferred.
• Ability to spend long periods of time on your feet.
• Friendly, positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Greet and seat guests, manage walk-ins.
• Keep the venue vibe flowing.
• Answer guest questions and support floor and bar teams.

Skills

Customer service experience

People skills

Positive attitude

Confident communication

Ability to handle pressure

Job description

£12.21 per hour + Service Charge (est. £1 per hour)

Hospitality is changing…. Change with us!

Shelter Hall is owned by Market Halls.

This role is based within our flagship landmark Food Hall on Brighton’s seafront! Shelter Hall is made up of 7 kitchens and 2 bars split across 2 floors, with private dining and unbeatable outside space. Combining a fantastic choice of cuisines for our guests, all ordered through the Shelter Hall app and delivered to their table by our floor team.

There is no better place to join if you're looking to join a family that brings together the best minds and talent within the Sussex food community.

Love meeting new people and making great first impressions? As a Host/Hostess at Shelter Hall, you’ll be the friendly face that kicks off every guest’s experience! You’ll be greeting, seating, managing walk-ins, and keeping the vibe flowing across our buzzing two-floor venue.

Think of yourself as the ultimate vibe-checker—helping guests find the best spot, answering questions, and working with the floor and bar teams to keep things running smoothly. If you’ve got top-notch people skills, a big smile, and can stay cool under pressure, we want you on our team!

What's in it for you?

• Service charge payments

• Pay day on demand with ‘Wagestream’ wage advance

• Getting to work in Brighton's only Food Market with continuously changing brands

• Chance to be part of a growing company with plenty of progression opportunities

• Employee Assistance Programme (Support for health, finance and legal services)

• Encouraged to be yourself! Let your personality shine.

• Employee socials and awards nights!

• Food Hall 25% discount when dining socially with friends

Requirements:

• Previous customer service experience preferred

• Ability to spend long periods of time on your feet

• Friendly, positive attitude

• Confident speaking to new people

• Excellent level of English language

• Right to work in the UK

Join a company looking to change the face of the hospitality industry for the better.