Host

Cracker Barrel

Coventry (RI)

On-site

USD 22,000 - 23,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Good pay every week
Same day pay access
Health insurance eligibility on day 1
Vacation time
401k plan with company matching at 90?
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Cracker Barrel discounts
Employee discounts

Job summary

Cracker Barrel is hiring a Host to welcome guests, manage the waitlist, and ensure each table is ready for the next group. You’ll play a key role in creating a warm, home-like dining experience with a friendly, can-do attitude.

We value teamwork and a calm demeanor during busy times. No restaurant experience is required, and you’ll receive training to help you grow and thrive in our fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

  • Excellent guest service and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage waitlist and seat guests.
  • No restaurant experience required.

Responsibilities

  • Greet guests warmly and invite them in.
  • Manage waitlist and ensure smooth seating.
  • Keep the dining room flowing and prepare tables for the next group.

Skills

Welcoming guests
Staying calm under pressure
Team player
Positive energy

Job description

They say you are the company you keep - and at Cracker Barrel, we take that seriously. Whether you’re greeting guests, rolling out biscuits, or keeping things humming behind the scenes, you make the moments that matter, both big and small. Here, the work means more because we take pride in doing it together. So, join our team and find your place, because here we’re all in good company.

What You’ll Do - You’ll Make the Moment

Every great guest experience starts with a warm welcome. As a Host, you’ll invite guests in and make them feel right at home. You’ll keep the dining room flowing by managing the waitlist, updating guests with a smile, and making sure each table is ready for the next group to gather around.

So if you’re someone who...

  • Makes people feel welcome the moment they walk through the door

  • Knows how to stay cool and collected, even when things get busy

  • Thrives in a team-first environment

  • Brings positive energy and a warm, approachable style

We’ve got an apron just for you!

No restaurant experience? No worries.

Focus on You

We’re all about making sure you’re taken care of too. Here’s what’s in it for you:

  • Good Work Deserves Good Pay: Competitive pay every week | Same day pay access

  • Support That Goes Beyond the Clock: Health insurance eligibility on day 1 – Full and Part-time employees | Vacation time | Employee assistance program (EAP)

  • Grow and Thrive Your Way: Growth and development opportunitiesbegin Day 1 with our industry-leading PAR training program | 401k plan with company matching contributions at 90 days | Employee Stock Purchase Program

  • Culture of Belonging: Support that starts on day one | Onboarding, training, and development to help you thrive | Recognition programs and employee events that bring us together

  • More Perks, Just Because: 35% Discount on Cracker Barrel Food and Retail items | Exclusive Biscuit Perks like discounts on home, travel, cell phones, and more!

Pay Range: $16.00 - $16.38

A Little About Us

Since 1969, Cracker Barrel has been a place to gather around delicious food, abundant servings, unexpected finds, and a warm welcome. Over time, it’s become even more - somewhere folks can reconnect and feel at home. With more than 70,000 team members nationwide, we take pride in our roots – always serving up more than a meal.

Cracker Barrel is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or any other class expressly protected by law.

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