Guest Experience Host | Flexible Hours & Evening Shifts

21c Museum Hotel Durham; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

21c Museum Hotels in Durham, NC is seeking a friendly Restaurant Host to welcome guests, greet them at the door and seat them. You will ensure a warm first impression and support the dining team throughout the shift.

The role requires flexible hours, strong communication, dependable attendance, and a professional appearance. Prior OpenTable experience is a plus and a background check will be conducted.

Qualifications

• Flexible hours including nights and weekends.
• Responsible, dependable, punctual, adaptable.
• Detail oriented; maintains calm and order.
• Excellent English communication (speaking, reading, understanding).
• Clean and professional appearance.
• Basic math skills.
• Enthusiasm for all things 21c.
• Background check required.
• OpenTable experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet and seat guests; be the first impression of the restaurant.
• Maintain a positive, friendly attitude with guests and staff.
• Know at least 3 appetizers, 3 entrees, and 3 desserts and explain them to guests.
• Report to work on time and ready for scheduled shifts.
• Keep the service area clean and orderly.
• Fill in for multiple positions as needed.
• Provide prompt, accurate reports of income during shifts.

Skills

Communication skills

Punctuality

Dependability

Adaptability

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

OpenTable

Job description

21c Museum Hotels in Durham, NC is seeking a friendly Restaurant Host to welcome guests, greet them at the door and seat them. You will ensure a warm first impression and support the dining team throughout the shift.

The role requires flexible hours, strong communication, dependable attendance, and a professional appearance. Prior OpenTable experience is a plus and a background check will be conducted.