Guest Experience Host (Part-Time, Fri–Sun)

The Alinea Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Paid time off

401(K) with company match

CTA/Ventra discount

Employee Dining Discount

Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

The Alinea Group in Chicago is seeking a part-time Host to warmly welcome guests and guide them to seating, maintaining an energetic, guest-focused front-of-house. This role supports a chef-driven service and requires you to work three days per week, Friday through Sunday, with an hourly wage between $21.50 and $22.00 plus benefits.

Responsibilities include managing reservations and guest needs, greeting guests at the entrance, coordinating with PONs, and upholding a polished, professional

Qualifications

• Experience as a host or related role.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, chef-driven environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork.
• Attention to detail and guest service excellence.

Responsibilities

• Maintains expert knowledge of reservations, PONs, dietary restrictions, and guest requests.
• Greets guests and maintains welcoming entrance atmosphere.
• Recognizes and welcomes regulars and PONs.
• Anticipates guest needs and responds promptly.
• Communicates PON arrivals and special requests to management.
• Responds to guest concerns with professionalism.

Skills

Unprecedented work ethic

Strong communication skills

Team player

Ability to work in fast-paced env

Standing for 8 hours

Chef-driven environment experience

Tock experience

Tools

Tock

Job description

The Alinea Group in Chicago is seeking a part-time Host to warmly welcome guests and guide them to seating, maintaining an energetic, guest-focused front-of-house. This role supports a chef-driven service and requires you to work three days per week, Friday through Sunday, with an hourly wage between $21.50 and $22.00 plus benefits.

Responsibilities include managing reservations and guest needs, greeting guests at the entrance, coordinating with PONs, and upholding a polished, professional