Host

Big Whiskey's American Restaurant & Bar; Branson (MO); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Big Whiskey's American Restaurant & Bar in Branson, MO is seeking a friendly host/hostess to warmly greet guests, manage seating efficiently, and communicate wait times. You’ll open doors, record names when needed, and help maintain a smooth flow at peak times.

This role emphasizes hospitality, teamwork, and a clean, welcoming front of house. No prior restaurant experience is required; candidates should be able to stand for long periods, speak clearly, and present themselves with exceptional

Qualifications

• No previous restaurant experience required
• Able to stand for long periods (up to 5 hours)
• Clear and effective communication in the predominant language of guests
• Exceptional grooming habits

Responsibilities

• Warmly greet guests on arrival
• Open the front door for guests when possible
• Record guest names and party size when seating is limited
• Call out names and party numbers when tables become available
• Provide guests with estimated waiting times
• Accommodate special seating requests when possible
• Seat guests balancing guest flow across stations
• Keep host stand and closet clean and stocked
• Maintain clean windows in the foyer and bathrooms with hourly checks
• Present menus and introduce servers when seating guests
• Relay messages to servers as needed
• Thank guests and invite them to return
• Answer the phone with a smile and proper greeting

Skills

Customer service

Clear communication

Hospitality

Job description

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule

Summary of Position

Welcome and warmly greet guests on arrival. Manage the efficient and timely seating of our guests to a table that best serves their wishes.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Warmly and graciously greet all guests upon arrival
• When possible, open the front door for guests entering or leaving the restaurant
• When immediate seating is limited, record guest names and the number of people in their party
• Call out name and number of party when tables become available
• Provide guests with estimated waiting time
• Accommodate special seating requests for guests whenever possible
• Seat guests based on guest preferences and balancing of customer flow in service stations
• Help bus tables and help keep floors clean
• Keep hostess stand and closet clean and stocked
• Clean all windows in the foyer
• Stock bathrooms and make sure they stay clean with hourly bathroom checks
• Upon seating, offer guests a menu and inform them of their server’s name. Inspect table for proper presentation and completeness
• Relay messages to servers as needed
• Thank guests as they leave and invite them to return
• Answer the phone with a smile and the correct greeting

Qualifications

• No previous restaurant experience required
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 5 hours)
• Be able to communicate clearly and effectively in the predominant language(s) of our guests
• Must have exceptional grooming habits