HaLani Host

Mauna Lani; Waimea/Kamuela (HI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Mauna Lani on the Kohala Coast seeks a Host/Hostess for the HaLani restaurant to deliver a luxe guest experience. You greet guests warmly, maintain eye contact, and guide guests with aloha, ensuring smooth reservations and seating flow in a high-volume setting.

The ideal candidate has prior Host/Hostess experience in a luxury hotel environment and can balance pace, timing, and hospitality while representing the brand’s spirit of hospitality.

Qualifications

• Any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• High school graduate preferred.
• Previous related experience preferred.
• Ability to obtain Tuberculosis clearance. CPR and/or first aid certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Warm greeting, eye contact, and aloha to guests to set the tone.
• Manage reservations, server stations, and timing patterns.
• Maintain knowledge of the menu and ingredients to assist guests.

Skills

Host/Hostess experience

Luxury hotel environment experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Company Description

Located on the sun-drenched Kohala Coast, on sacred land marked by royal fishponds, natural lava plains, lush tropical gardens, and alluring beaches, Mauna Lani – meaning “mountain reaching heaven” – is an inspiring spiritual haven, defining a new era of experiential luxury on the Island of Hawaii. A resort for the generations, with contemporary guest rooms, suites, and private residences, CanoeHouse oceanfront dining, three distinct pools, a signature spa and wellness haven, and Kainalu Ocean Sports program, set the tone for transformational experiences and enriching cultural immersion.

For more information: auberge.com/mauna-lani
Follow Mauna Lani on Facebook and Instagram @MaunaLaniAuberge

Job Description

The base salary for this position is$24.05 hourly.

The Host/Hostess is the guest's first impression of our HaLani restaurant, and this person holds a very important role. The Host/Hostess sets the tone, pace, and vibe for the room with a warm greeting, eye contact, and aloha. Proper, accurate, and kind escorting is critical, along with managing reservations, server stations, and timing patterns of our guests. This person has a complete working knowledge of the menu and menu ingredients. The successful candidate will work in a fast-paced and high-volume work environment and provide a consistent luxury guest experience. Previous Host/Hostess experience in a luxury hotel environment preferred.

Qualifications

• Any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• High school graduate preferred.
• Previous related experience preferred.
• Ability to obtain Tuberculosis clearance. CPR and/or first aid certifications preferred.

Additional Information

Auberge Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, residences, and private clubs. While each property is unique, all share a crafted approach to luxury and bring the soul of the locale to life through captivating design, exceptional cuisine and spas, and gracious yet unobtrusive service. With hotels across three continents, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in some of the world’s most desirable destinations. Please visit auberge.com to learn more about our Collection. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Pinterest: @Auberge and #AlwaysAuberge.

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