Fine Dining Host: Warm Welcomes & Seamless Seating

Acme Hospitality Group; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Acme Hospitality in California is seeking a friendly, professional Host/Hostess to greet guests, manage seating, and provide accurate wait times to ensure a smooth dining experience.

You will coordinate with waitstaff and kitchen, handle reservations, maintain a tidy host stand, and uphold our standards of hospitality, integrity, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment. This role requires evenings, weekends, and holiday shifts, and a Food Handler Certification is required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Host/Hostess in fine dining preferred.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Professional appearance and adherence to dress code.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask.
• Strong organizational skills for reservations and seating.
• Familiarity with reservation management systems and basic computer skills.
• Shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Knowledge of fine dining etiquette and service standards.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to handle guest concerns professionally.
• Familiarity with local area attractions.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests upon arrival and escort them to their tables.
• Escort guests to their assigned tables and assist as needed.
• Manage the waitlist and keep accurate reservation records.
• Provide accurate wait time estimates and inform guests of delays.
• Coordinate with waitstaff and kitchen to ensure timely seating.
• Answer calls and respond to inquiries about reservations and services.
• Assist in taking and confirming reservations.
• Maintain a clean and organized host stand and reception area.
• Monitor dining area and ambiance for guest comfort.
• Communicate guest preferences and seating availability to staff.
• Assist with special events or private dining arrangements.
• Maintain restroom cleanliness and supplies.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Professionalism

Teamwork

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

Active Food Handler Certification

Tools

Reservation software

Basic computer skills

Job description

Acme Hospitality in California is seeking a friendly, professional Host/Hostess to greet guests, manage seating, and provide accurate wait times to ensure a smooth dining experience.

You will coordinate with waitstaff and kitchen, handle reservations, maintain a tidy host stand, and uphold our standards of hospitality, integrity, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment. This role requires evenings, weekends, and holiday shifts, and a Food Handler Certification is required.