Grand Opening Restaurant Host: Warm Welcome & Seating

JL Hospitality Management, LLC; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

JL Hospitality Management, LLC is hiring a Host for the opening team at 575 Bistro. You will greet guests, manage seating, and help keep dining room service running smoothly from arrival to departure. The role reports to the Restaurant Manager and begins no earlier than December 1st.

As a Host, you will welcome guests, manage the waitlist, share wait times, and coordinate seating with servers and bussers. A positive attitude and teamwork are essential for a great guest experience.

Qualifications

• Previous guest service experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate clearly with guests and coworkers.
• Ability to follow procedures and safe work practices.
• Organized approach to seating and guest requests.
• Willingness to help your team throughout service.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests warmly when they arrive.
• Manage the waitlist and provide estimated wait times.
• Notify guests when their tables are ready.
• Plan seating with large groups and tour arrivals in mind.
• Accommodate seating preferences while balancing guest flow.
• Ensure tables are clean and ready for guests.
• Seat guests, hand out menus, and share server names.
• Coordinate with servers, bussers, and expediter on seating needs.
• Assist with running food, clearing, and resetting tables.
• Thank departing guests and invite them to return.
• Follow SOPs and maintain a safe work environment.
• Arrive on time for shifts and treat coworkers with respect.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Guest service

Clear communication

Organized seating

Teamwork

Job description

JL Hospitality Management, LLC is hiring a Host for the opening team at 575 Bistro. You will greet guests, manage seating, and help keep dining room service running smoothly from arrival to departure. The role reports to the Restaurant Manager and begins no earlier than December 1st.

As a Host, you will welcome guests, manage the waitlist, share wait times, and coordinate seating with servers and bussers. A positive attitude and teamwork are essential for a great guest experience.