Junior Host/Hostess (M/F)- Experimental Roma

Hospitaliti; Roma; Hybrid; EUR 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Experimental Roma in Rome is seeking a Junior Host/Hostess to ensure a warm, professional welcome and smooth guest flow. You will support seating, reservations by phone and email, and help coordinate the seating plan with the restaurant team.

A first experience in hospitality is a plus; strong team spirit, organization, and a passion for guest experience are essential for success in this opening project. Evening and weekend work is required.

Qualifications

• First hospitality experience is a plus.
• Strong team spirit and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Passionate about guest experience and delivering high-quality service.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming guests with a warm and personalized first impression.
• Assist the Host/Hostess with guest arrivals, seating and guest flow.
• Help organize the seating plan according to service flow and guest volume.
• Assist with reservation requests by phone and email.
• Provide information to guests and ensure their requests are handled with care.

Skills

Italian language

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Job description

Experimental is hiring through Hosco in Rome.ABOUT USFamous for introducing cocktail bar culture to Paris in 2007, Experimental redefined hospitality with innovative cocktail bars and boutique hotels across Europe and beyond.Over the years, destinations have expanded from major European capitals such as Rome, Paris, and London to more seasonal locations like Comporta, Ibiza, or Menorca in the summer, and the ski resorts of Verbier and Val d’Isère in the winter.The group also operates venues in Porto, Venice, New York, Biarritz, and the Cotswolds.Each of our unique destinations blends design, creativity, and exceptional service, with exciting new openings on the horizon.ABOUT EXPERIMENTAL ROMAOpening in mid-2026 on Via Ludovisi, just off the legendary Via Veneto, Experimental Roma will be a vibrant and cinematic new destination from Experimental.Housed in a former bank, the hotel has been transformed by interior designer Rodolphe Parente into a space that embodies the essence of la dolce vita : elegant, timeless, and irresistibly Italian.The property will feature 82 rooms, a restaurant, a bar, and a spectacular rooftop with a suspended pool offering breathtaking views over the magnificent cityscape of Rome.Join Experimental and be part of an opening where creativity, passion, and the joy of hospitality come together on the Roman scene.ABOUT THE JOBIn collaboration with the Host/Hostess, you will support the guest experience and ensure a warm and professional welcome. As a Junior Host/Hostess, your responsibilities will include:Welcoming guests and ensuring a warm and personalized first impression.Assisting the Host/Hostess with guest arrivals, seating, and guest flow throughout the service.Supporting the organization of the seating plan according to service flow and guest volume.Assisting with reservation requests by phone and email.Providing information to guests and ensuring their requests are handled with care.Contributing to delivering an excellent guest experience in collaboration with the restaurant team.ABOUT YOUA first experience in hospitality, restaurant service, or customer-facing roles is a plus.Strong team spirit and excellent interpersonal skills.Good organizational skills and attention to detail.Passionate about guest experience and delivering high-quality service.Ability to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays.You communicate easily in Italian (knowledge of English is a plus).ABOUT YOUExperience Hospitality, the Experimental Way !Throughout your journey with us, you’ll be immersed in a stimulating and innovative environment.You’ll join a dynamic group and grow alongside a diverse team of passionate professionals and recognized experts.Whether it’s your first role or a new career opportunity, we take pride in recruiting, developing, and retaining the most motivated and talented individuals from all backgrounds and skill sets.Here’s what we offer:Training and career development opportunities.Mobility possibilities across France, Italy, Switzerland, the US, the UK, the Balearic Islands, and more.Attractive discounts across all our venues (cocktail bars, wine bars, and restaurants).Experience in the hospitality industry is preferred.Please see the full vacancy for the benefits offered by Experimental.