Drago's Host (Full Time) *free parking*

Hilton; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilton in New Orleans is seeking a Restaurant Host to greet guests, seat them, and deliver memorable hospitality in our dining outlets. You’ll welcome guests, guide them to tables, and maintain the flow of service with warmth and professionalism.

You will support opening/closing tasks and assist with service prep, including stocking and folding silverware, to help the dining team operate smoothly on a busy shift. This role emphasizes teamwork and guest-focused service.

Qualifications

• A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality.
• Integrity and always doing the right thing.
• Inspiring others through Leadership.
• Teamwork drives the best outcomes.
• Ownership and accountability.
• Focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly and ascertain their needs quickly and effectively.
• Seat guests, manage the seating chart, and monitor dining activity to ensure a seamless experience.
• Respond promptly and knowledgeably to guest inquiries and special requests.
• Perform opening/closing tasks and assist with service prep such as stocking and folding silverware.

Job description

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You Picture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! As a Restaurant Host, you’re not just greeting and escorting guests in one of our dining outlets – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.

Responsibilities

• Deliver unforgettable first impressions: Greet guests warmly and ascertain their needs quickly and effectively
• Maintain a smooth flow: Seat guests, manage the seating chart, and monitor dining activity to ensure a seamless experience
• Deliver standout service: Respond promptly and knowledgeably to guest inquiries and special requests
• Support general operations: Perform opening/closing tasks and assist with service prep such as stocking and folding silverware

Qualifications

What It Takes to Make the Stay

At Hilton, Our Core Values Define What It Takes To Succeed Here And Guide The Qualities We Look For In Every Team Member

A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality. Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership. A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.

About Us

Join an Award-Winning Workplace Culture

At Hilton, we don’t just deliver exceptional experiences for our guests—we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, we’ve welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.

Our award-winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the World’s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world-class brands , and a company-wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, we’re setting new standards for the future of travel.

Whether you’re starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the career—and help us make every stay a little more magical.

Curious about life at Hilton? Explore our Careers Blog to see why we’re more than a great place to stay—we’re a great place to work.