American Beauty Lead Host

Rippling; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Ability to pursue outside interests

Team-oriented environment

Career development opportunities

Company Dining Program

Job summary

American Beauty in Los Angeles is seeking a Lead Host to lead the front-of-house with warmth, efficiency, and a guest-first mindset. You’ll guide a team during peak shifts and ensure seamless seating and flow.

The right candidate has at least one year of hosting experience in a high-volume restaurant, exceptional communication, and proficiency with Toast, OpenTable and HotSchedules to support accurate wait times and service standards.

Qualifications

• At least one full year of host experience in a high-volume, full-service environment.
• Commitment to creating an amazing and memorable guest experience.
• Following standards including steps of service, food safety and sanitation and phone etiquette.
• Organized, detail oriented, and a great communicator.
• Address problems quickly and turn tough situations into positive outcomes.
• Understand our technologies and care about accuracy - Toast, OpenTable, Hot Schedules.
• Flexible schedule with open availability.

Skills

Host experience

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Customer service

Tools

Toast POS

OpenTable

HotSchedules

Job description

American Beauty is a steakhouse with a menu that features beef, seafood, and seasonal market vegetables.Our horseshoe bar serves a range of local and small production spirits, craft cocktails, beers, and a wine list with over 200 selections.

We are looking fora Lead Host to join our team!The ideal candidate will be organized, consistent, approachable, and committed to creating a great guest experience.

We Offer:

• Competitive wages( $25- $30 / hour including tips)
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) retirement plan for team members who are full time or full time equivalent (please inquire for more details)
• Ability to pursue outside interests
• Work with a team that cares about seasonal menus and exceptional foodquality
• A fun and inclusive work environment
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities with a rapidly expanding restaurant group
• Company Dining Program (Pitfire, Superba, American Beauty, & TheWin~Dow)

Qualifications:

• At least one full year of host experience in a high-volume, full-service environment
• A commitment to creating an amazing and memorable guestexperience
• Following standards including steps of service, food safety and sanitation and phone etiquette
• Organized, detail oriented, and a greatcommunicator
• Address problems quickly and have a knack for turning tough situations into positiveoutcomes
• Understand our technologies and care about accuracy - (POS Toast, Open Table, Hot Schedules)
• Have a flexible schedule and openavailability

Follow us on Instagram: @americanbeauty.la

American Beauty is anEEO Employer. We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Ordinance.

American Gonzo Restaurantsoperates20+ locations across Southern California, including Superba, American Beauty, TheWin~Dow, andPitfirePizza. Each concept is chef-driven, community-focused, and led by passionate hospitality professionals.

The pay range for this role is:

25 - 30 USD per hour (American Beauty - Rose Ave)