Elegant Host | Fine Dining & Reservations Pro

Dacha Beer Garden; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An upscale dining establishment in Washington, DC is seeking a Host to ensure a welcoming and organized dining experience for guests. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of hosting experience in fine-dining settings, proficient in reservation systems like OpenTable and Resy. Responsibilities include managing guest flow, seating arrangements, and providing outstanding service. Evening, weekend, and holiday availability is necessary, making it a vibrant role for those who thrive in lively environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of hosting experience in fine-dining or upscale casual restaurants required.
• Professional appearance, punctuality, and team-oriented attitude.
• Ability to handle guest requests and manage reservation systems.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly and manage the reservation system.
• Ensure timely seating and communicate wait times clearly.
• Assist servers and maintain a tidy host stand.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

Professionalism

Warm demeanor

Organizational skills

Guest service skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent hospitality experience

Tools

OpenTable

Resy

Job description

An upscale dining establishment in Washington, DC is seeking a Host to ensure a welcoming and organized dining experience for guests. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of hosting experience in fine-dining settings, proficient in reservation systems like OpenTable and Resy. Responsibilities include managing guest flow, seating arrangements, and providing outstanding service. Evening, weekend, and holiday availability is necessary, making it a vibrant role for those who thrive in lively environments.