F&B Host

Riggs D.C; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 55,104,000 - 59,512,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Six complimentary nights at Lore Group

Employee rates

Job summary

Riggs Washington DC is seeking a Front of House Host for our iconic Penn Quarter property. You will welcome guests warmly, help create a welcoming atmosphere, and assist with reservations to ensure memorable dining experiences in Café Riggs and related venues.

Prior hotel experience is not required, but a friendly, polished demeanor and strong communication are essential. This full-time role offers growth within the Lore Group and a focus on guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Hotel experience is not required – fun and welcoming personality is a must.
• A minimum of one year of restaurant experience is preferred but not required.
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment
• Willingness to learn and adapt in new situations
• Possess poise, elegance and calm demeanor in all situations
• Exceptional organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests in a warm, personable, sincere, and friendly manner.
• Provide and create a positive environment for everyone in the restaurant.
• Receive calls and book reservations for the guest.
• Obtain guestinformation in preparation for their reservation and arrival.
• Anticipate guest needs, and create personal and memorable experience and solutions.
• Perform all other duties as requested by the restaurant manager.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Hospitality

Team player

Job description

## F&B HostApply: Riggs Washington DC: Full time: Posted Yesterday: JR205344Riggs Washington DC sits on the iconic downtown corner of Penn Quarter’s 9th and F Street in a historic building once home to Riggs National Bank. Each of the Hotel’s 181 guest rooms offers a playful nod to the building’s legacy. Riggs is home to the all-occasion European brasserie-inspired restaurant Café Riggs, as well as Silver Lyan – a subterranean bar from the internationally acclaimed Ryan Chetiyawardana, also known as Mr Lyan.**Core Essential Functions** • Welcome guests in a warm, personable, sincere, and friendly manner.• Provide and create positive environment for everyone in the restaurant.• Receive calls and book reservations for the guest.• Obtain guest’s information in preparation for their reservation and arrival.• Anticipate guest’s needs, and create personal and memorable experience and solutions.• Perform all other duties as requested by the restaurant manager. This position requires the following knowledge, skills and abilities • Hotel Experience is not required – Fun and welcoming personality is a MUST• A minimum of one year of restaurant experience is preferred but not required• Excellent communication skills• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment• Willingness to learn and adapt in new situations• Possess poise, elegance and calm demeanor in all situations• Exceptional Organizational skills **Compensation**$20.00/hr**Benefits** At Riggs Washington DC we are committed to giving our employees the skills and support required to deliver extraordinary experiences, and most importantly, to grow in their careers. On top of this we also like to offer our teams a wide range of benefits including:* Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees* Six complimentary nights each year at any Lore Group hotel* Lore Group employee and immediate family rates* Lore Group friends and family rates* 50% employee discount and 25% friends and family discount at more than 800 partner hotels through Lore Discovery* 50% discount at Lore Group restaurants and bars* Paid vacation days - entitlement increasing annually* Nine paid holidays annually* Seven paid sick days annually, as established in Washington, D.C.* Company-paid life insurance equal to 1.5 times annual salary* Employee Assistance Program* Referral incentives* 401(k) with a 5% match* Training and development programs* Additional perks through Cigna* Complimentary employee meals - lunch and dinner daily* Employee recognition programs **Equal Employment Opportunity** Lore Group does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment based upon race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family responsibilities, genetic information, matriculation, or political affiliation. We will make any reasonable effort to ensure that all applicants and employees receive equal opportunity in personnel matters, including recruiting, selection, training, placement, promotion, wages and benefits, transfers, terminations, and working conditions.**Location:** Washington, DC