Host

Nando's PERi-PERi North America; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tips plus base wage

Free meal on shift

Telehealth benefits

PTO after 1 year

401k plan

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Nando's North America is hiring a Host in Austin, TX. You will greet guests, explain our service style, and guide dining room flow. This role emphasizes hospitality, poise, and a positive guest experience.

The position supports full-time or part-time hours, with competitive base pay plus tips. Benefits include a free meal on shift, telehealth for you and family, PTO after one year, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Ability to take direction and work in a team environment.
• Ability to stay calm and effective under pressure.
• Commitment to quality service and food and beverage knowledge.
• Knowledge of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures.
• Basic English and professional communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Explain our service style in a friendly, fun, approachable manner.
• Be the first and lasting impression for guests and welcome them.
• Control dining room flow and accommodate special guests.
• Ensure every guest leaves happy and satisfied.

Skills

Team orientation

Ability to work under pressure

Quality service mindset

Safety and sanitation knowledge

Basic English and communication skills

Job description

• Competitive base wage plus average of $3-$4 in tips per hour worked
• FREE meal while on shift
• FREE telehealth medical and mental benefits for you and your family
• Earn PTO after 1 year and Sick & Safe leave immediately
• 401k plan
• Opportunities for advancement through internal development program

Contract: Full‑time and part‑time hours.

Host

Hosts are gracious, hospitable, confident, and excited to welcome our guests to the party, they are the ultimate brand ambassador! Hosts have the very important job of explaining our unique service style in a friendly, fun, and approachable manner. Hosts exemplify superior service and poise under pressure in their tone of voice, words, and body language. Hosts recognize regulars as well as first‑time guests. Hosts control the flow in the dining room, accommodating the needs of any special guests and ensure every guest leaves happy. They are the first and lasting impression upon our guests and set the tone for their experience.

Minimum Requirements And Expectations

• Ability to take direction and to work in a team environment
• Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure
• Commitment to quality service, and food and beverage knowledge
• Knowledge and comprehension of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures
• Basic English language and professional communication skills are required

Physical Requirements

• Able to independently lift to 15lbs for an extended period
• Ability to stand, walk and climb stairs with food items and dishes throughout your shift
• Must be able to walk and/or stand for 8-10 hours per day
• Hand‑eye coordination
• Reaching, bending twisting, stooping
• Pushing and Pulling
• Lifting overhead
• Must be able to climb stairs in restaurants that have multiple levels

Nando's North America provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.