1983 Host

1983; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discount

Referral Program

Flexible Schedule

Paid Training

Job summary

Three Oaks Hospitality in Tampa, FL is seeking a friendly Host/Hostess to be the first point of contact for guests. You will greet patrons, monitor wait times, manage reservations, and escort guests to dining or bar areas, ensuring a positive experience from arrival to departure.

This role requires strong organizational and interpersonal skills, the ability to work shifts, and a welcoming reception presence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Hospitality certification a plus.
• Prior hosting/waitstaff experience preferred.
• Experience managing reservations is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests at arrival and monitor seating.
• Manage wait times and reservations.
• Escort guests to dining or bar areas.
• Provide menus and announce wait staff names.
• Assist wait staff as needed.
• Maintain a clean reception area.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organization

Shift flexibility

Physical stamina

Multitasking

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Hospitality certification

Job description

Three Oaks Hospitality is looking for a Host or Hostess to join our team and be the first point of contact for our guests. Host/Hostess responsibilities include greeting guests, providing accurate wait times, and escorting customers to the dining and bar areas. For this role, you should have solid organizational and people skills to make sure our guests have a positive dining experience from the moment they arrive till their departure. You should also be available to work in shifts. Ultimately, you’ll ensure we provide excellent customer service and a pleasant dining experience for our guests.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Welcome guests to the restaurant.
• Provide accurate wait times and monitor waiting lists.
• Manage reservations.
• Escort customers to assigned dining or bar areas.
• Provide menus and announce Waiter/Waitress’s name.
• Greet customers upon their departure.
• Coordinate with wait staff about available seating options
• Maintain a clean reception area.
• Cater to guests who require extra attention (e.g. elderly)
• Answer incoming calls and address customers’ queries.
• Assists wait staff as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Understanding of restaurant etiquette
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations
• Demonstrable customer-service skills
• Excellent communication skills (via phone and in-person)
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to monitor the entire dining and bar area.
• Availability to work in shifts as needed.
• Good physical condition to walk and stand during an entire shift.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED
• Hospitality certification is a plus.
• Previous experience as a Host/Hostess or Waiter/Waitress
• Experience in managing reservations.

Physical Requirements:

• Remain standing for extended periods of time.
• Bending, squatting and lifting up to 15 lbs. for short distances.
• Ability to work with varying noise levels.

Benefits:

• Employee Discount
• Referral Program
• Flexible Schedule
• Paid Training