Guest-First Host for a Busy Italian Kitchen

Pellegrinos-Italian-Kitchen-; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Pellegrino’s Italian Kitchen & Catering in Olympia, WA, is seeking a friendly Host to welcome guests, manage seating, takeout coordination, and support the front-of-house team. The role emphasizes a high-energy, guest-focused environment with a strong teamwork ethic.

You will be responsible for greeting guests, answering questions about reservations and policies, and assisting with takeout orders while maintaining a clean, organized host station and dining area.

Qualifications

• Previous restaurant or customer service experience is a plus, but not required.
• Ability to learn and operate POS and telephone systems confidently.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Physical ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout the shift.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly and seat them, provide accurate wait times and seating information.
• Operate the multi-line phone system and take accurate takeout orders.
• Assist servers with delivering items, run food, and reset tables as needed.
• Keep the host stand, entrance, and dining areas clean and organized.

Skills

Friendly Demeanor

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Team Player

Fast-paced Environment

Job description

Pellegrino’s Italian Kitchen & Catering in Olympia, WA, is seeking a friendly Host to welcome guests, manage seating, takeout coordination, and support the front-of-house team. The role emphasizes a high-energy, guest-focused environment with a strong teamwork ethic.

You will be responsible for greeting guests, answering questions about reservations and policies, and assisting with takeout orders while maintaining a clean, organized host station and dining area.