Guest Experience Host - Flexible Hours & Weekends

21c Museum Hotels; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

21c Museum Hotels is seeking a friendly and professional Restaurant Host in Durham to welcome guests, seat them, and provide a first-class dining experience. The role requires flexible hours, strong English communication, and a welcoming appearance.

You will be responsible for greeting guests, explaining menu items, and maintaining a clean dining area while supporting other positions as needed. OpenTable experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Able to work flexible hours including nights and weekends.
• Must be able to speak, read, and understand English.
• Demonstrates enthusiasm for all things 21c.
• Must pass a background check.
• Professional appearance and reliable punctuality required.
• Basic math skills for handling guest transactions.

Responsibilities

• Greet arriving guests and seat them, serving as the first impression of the restaurant.
• Maintain a positive, friendly attitude with guests and co-workers at all times.
• Know at least 3 appetizers, 3 entrees, and 3 desserts and explain them to guests.
• Reports to work on time and ready to work scheduled shifts.
• Maintain a clean, orderly appearance of the dining area.
• Fill in for multiple positions as needed.
• Deliver prompt, accurate reports of all income received during shifts.

Skills

Flexible hours

English proficiency

Punctuality

Strong communication

Detail oriented

Basic math

Professional appearance

Background check

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

OpenTable

Job description

21c Museum Hotels is seeking a friendly and professional Restaurant Host in Durham to welcome guests, seat them, and provide a first-class dining experience. The role requires flexible hours, strong English communication, and a welcoming appearance.

You will be responsible for greeting guests, explaining menu items, and maintaining a clean dining area while supporting other positions as needed. OpenTable experience is a plus.