Embassy Suites Rockford Riverfront - Host Person

Therockfordconferencecenter; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

401k Retirement Plan

Job summary

Embassy Suites Rockford Riverfront is seeking a Host Person who will greet guests, seat them, and coordinate with servers to ensure a seamless dining experience. You will assist with payments and tips, maintaining a welcoming, polished presence and contributing to a high-energy team.

The role requires weekend availability, a positive attitude, and basic arithmetic for handling check totals. Benefits follow after a probation period and include daily pay and health coverage options.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or relevant hotel/field experience preferred.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and multitasking skills required.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to meet deadlines consistently.
• Ability to assimilate and analyze complex information from various sources and adapt as needed.
• Competence in understanding financial data and performing basic arithmetic functions.

Responsibilities

• Greet, seat, and shine! Make every guest feel like a VIP with your friendly vibes and positive attitude.
• Look sharp! Rock your uniform, nametag, and a big smile to impress everyone you meet.
• Play it safe! Follow all the rules to keep guests and teammates happy, healthy, and secure.
• Keep things flowing! Manage reservations, tables, and orders so the show goes on without a hitch.
• Count it up! Help with payments and tips to make sure everything adds up just right.
• Level up! Join trainings, take on new tasks, and show off your teamwork and trustworthiness.

Job description

Embassy Suites Rockford Riverfront - Host Person

Address 416 South Main Street, Rockford, IL, 61101, US

Compensation $15.00 - $16.00/hour

Job Type Regular

Description

Weekend availability is a must.

Join Our Team as a Host Person!

As the Host, you're the VIP guide to a fabulous dining adventure! You’ll be the first to spot our guests and welcome them with a smile, whisking them off to their tables like a dining superhero. Throughout their meal, you’ll team up with servers to make sure everyone’s treated like royalty—friendly, attentive, and always on point. Plus, you’ll help our cashier with payments, making sure every bill is smooth sailing and every tip counts. Ready to make every moment unforgettable? Step into the spotlight!

KEY SKILLS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Hospitality Heroes: Greet, seat, and shine! Make every guest feel like a VIP with your friendly vibes and positive attitude.
• Appearance Avengers: Look sharp! Rock your uniform, nametag, and a big smile to impress everyone you meet.
• Safety Superstars: Play it safe! Follow all the rules to keep guests and teammates happy, healthy, and secure.
• Operations Orchestrators: Keep things flowing! Manage reservations, tables, and orders so the show goes on without a hitch.
• Finance Fixers: Count it up! Help with payments and tips to make sure everything adds up just right.
• Skill Builders: Level up! Join trainings, take on new tasks, and show off your teamwork and trustworthiness.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or relevant hotel/field experience preferred.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and multitasking skills required.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to meet deadlines consistently.
• Ability to assimilate and analyze complex information from various sources and adapt as needed.
• Competence in understanding financial data and performing basic arithmetic functions.

After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:

• Daily Pay! Ask your Recruiter for more details
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Retirement Plan

PROPERTY INFORMATION

At Embassy Suites Rockford Riverfront, we believe great hospitality begins with a team that feels valued, supported, and connected. We celebrate birthdays, work anniversaries, and team achievements, ensuring every associate feels appreciated for the contributions they make each day. Our hotel offers a welcoming atmosphere where teamwork, growth, and community come together. Every day brings opportunities to make an impact, develop new skills, and be part of a team that supports your success.