FOH HOST - EVENING AND WEEKEND

Portland Golf Club; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 1,929,000 - 2,755,000; Full time

Job summary

Portland Golf Club in Portland, OR is seeking a friendly Host/Hostess to greet Members and guests, manage seating, and support service teams to ensure a smooth dining experience.

The role emphasizes a warm, professional presence, strong communication, and the ability to multitask during busy shifts. Evening and weekend availability is preferred to meet club needs.

Qualifications

• Previous host/hostess or customer service experience preferred, but not required.
• Friendly, approachable personality with strong communication skills.
• Ability to multitask while staying calm and positive.
• Comfortable standing and moving for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Warm Welcome: Greet Members and guests by name with a smile and friendly conversation.
• Seating & Flow Management: Manage reservations, seating charts, and waitlists with a friendly, organized approach.
• Team Support: Jump in to help with table resets, menus, phone calls, and other tasks as needed.
• Member Care & Professionalism: Maintain a polished appearance and represent Portland Golf Club with professionalism.

Skills

Host/Hostess exp

Customer service

Communication skills

Multitasking

Stamina

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: PORTLAND, OR 97225

Position Summary

As the Host/Hostess, you are both the first and last face our Members and guests see when they dine at Portland Golf Club. Your warm welcome, upbeat attitude, and gracious farewell set the tone for the entire dining experience and leave a lasting impression. This role is about making every visit feel special, while keeping the dining room organized and running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

Warm Welcome

• Greet Members and guests by name with a smile and friendly conversation.
• Escort them to their table and ensure they are comfortable.

Seating & Flow Management

• Manage reservations, seating charts, and waitlists with a friendly, organized approach.
• Keep the dining room running smoothly and minimize wait times.
• Communicate with service staff about seating, special requests, and timing.

Team Support

• Jump in to help with table resets, menus, phone calls, and other tasks as needed.
• Collaborate with servers, bartenders, and kitchen staff to ensure seamless service.
• Keep a positive, can-do attitude even during busy shifts.

Member Care & Professionalism

• Maintain a polished appearance and represent Portland Golf Club with professionalism.
• Handle Member concerns with empathy and escalat[e?] to management when needed.
• Stay up to date on menus, specials, and club events to answer Member questions confidently.

Qualifications & Skills

• Previous host/hostess or customer service experience preferred, but not required.
• Friendly, approachable personality with strong communication skills.
• Ability to multitask while staying calm and positive.
• Comfortable standing and moving for long periods.

What We're Looking For

• Flexible schedule: Availability to work evenings and weekends
• A team player who jumps in wherever help is needed.
• Positive energy and professionalism.