Guest Experience Host — Warm Welcome & Team Energy

Cracker Barrel; Mattoon (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health insurance eligibility on day 1

Vacation time

401k with company matching

Employee Stock Purchase Program

35% discount on Cracker Barrel items

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Cracker Barrel is looking for a Host in Mattoon, IL to welcome guests and manage the waitlist, ensuring a warm, home-like dining experience. You’ll help keep the dining room flowing and ready for the next group, creating a positive first impression as guests arrive.

No restaurant experience? No worries—we’ll teach you everything you need to know. Enjoy weekly pay, health insurance eligibility on day 1, and opportunities for growth through our PAR training program.

Qualifications

• Welcoming guests and providing friendly service.
• Ability to stay composed during busy periods.
• Thrives in a team-oriented environment.
• Willingness to learn and follow Cracker Barrel training.

Responsibilities

• Invite guests in and make them feel at home.
• Manage the waitlist and keep guests updated with a smile.
• Ensure each table is ready for the next group to gather around.

Skills

Welcoming guests

Team player

Positive energy

Calm under pressure

Job description

Cracker Barrel is looking for a Host in Mattoon, IL to welcome guests and manage the waitlist, ensuring a warm, home-like dining experience. You’ll help keep the dining room flowing and ready for the next group, creating a positive first impression as guests arrive.

No restaurant experience? No worries—we’ll teach you everything you need to know. Enjoy weekly pay, health insurance eligibility on day 1, and opportunities for growth through our PAR training program.