Guest Experience Host - New Restaurant Opening

Early Bird Night Owl

Cary, Northern (NC, KY)

Hybrid

USD 17,000 - 22,000

Full time

10 days ago
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Job summary

Early Bird Night Owl in Cary, NC is seeking a Host to welcome guests, manage waitlists with an iPad, and coordinate seating to ensure a smooth dining flow. You will answer phones, provide accurate restaurant information, and support the service team while upholding NC food safety standards.

The ideal candidate has at least 6 months of hosting/waitlist experience, a customer-focused and upbeat demeanor, and strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 6 months managing wait lists and hosting.
  • Customer-oriented and upbeat personality.
  • Eligible to work in the United States.
  • Excellent organizational and operational skills; detail-oriented.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with tact and professionalism.

Responsibilities

  • Welcome guests in a warm and professional manner.
  • Knowledgably answer guest questions, especially about hours, events, and seating.
  • Efficiently answer phones and assist guests or take messages.
  • Guide guests throughout the room and manage seating flow.
  • Collaborate with servers and managers to support smooth floor operations.

Skills

Waitlist mgmt
Customer-focused
Organizational skills
Interpersonal skills
Professionalism

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Job description

Early Bird Night Owl in Cary, NC is seeking a Host to welcome guests, manage waitlists with an iPad, and coordinate seating to ensure a smooth dining flow. You will answer phones, provide accurate restaurant information, and support the service team while upholding NC food safety standards.

The ideal candidate has at least 6 months of hosting/waitlist experience, a customer-focused and upbeat demeanor, and strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

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