Host

Vandelay Companies; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

Flexible schedule

Professional development

Family Meals

Dining discounts

Closed on major holidays

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Jack & Harry's in Dallas is seeking a Host who will shape the guest experience from arrival to departure. You greet guests, manage reservations, walk-ins, and seating with warmth, professionalism, and flawless hospitality, setting the tone for our refined yet welcoming dining experience.

Ideal candidates bring polish, strong communication, familiarity with RESY or similar platforms, and a genuine eagerness to build relationships.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old.
• Experience in a client-facing role with hospitality focus.
• Polished written and verbal communication.
• Strong phone etiquette and interpersonal presence.
• Familiarity with RESY or similar reservations systems is a plus, but trainable.
• Desire to learn and grow in a hospitality-driven environment.
• Food handling certification as required by state/local agencies.

Responsibilities

• Own the first and last impression of every guest’s experience.
• Greet guests with warmth, professionalism, and genuine hospitality.
• Build guest relationships by learning names and preferences.
• Manage reservations, waitlists, walk-ins, and dining room flow.
• Review guest profiles prior to service to support a highly personalized hospitality experience.
• Answer phones with professionalism, warmth, and polished communication.
• Coordinate with managers, servers, and support staff throughout service.
• Support opening, closing, and side-work to maintain an organized host stand.

Skills

Hospitality excellence

Guest-focused service

Clear communication

Phone etiquette

Team-oriented

Tools

RESY

Job description

About Jack & Harry's

Jack & Harry's is a New Orleans-inspired steakhouse from Vandelay Companies, built around polished hospitality, timeless design, and an elevated dining experience that feels both refined and warmly familiar. Located in the heart of Snider Plaza, Jack & Harry's blends classic steakhouse tradition with Southern hospitality, exceptional food and beverage programs, and a service culture rooted in professionalism, attention to detail, and genuine connection.

At Jack & Harry's, hospitality is not transactional. We are passionate about creating memorable experiences through thoughtful service, sophistication, and an unwavering commitment to quality. Our team members are polished, personable, and deeply intentional about how they make guests feel from the moment they walk through the door.

About the Opportunity

A Host at Jack & Harry's plays an essential role in shaping the guest experience before anyone is ever seated. As the first and last point of contact for our guests, Hosts set the tone for the level of hospitality, professionalism, and warmth that defines our brand.

We are not simply looking for restaurant experience. We are looking for individuals who understand elevated guest experience and relationship-driven hospitality at the highest level. Whether your background comes from fine dining, luxury retail, boutique fitness, hotels, concierge services, nightlife, wellness, or another polished client-facing environment, we value individuals who naturally create connections and make people feel genuinely cared for.

This role is ideal for someone who notices details, remembers names and preferences, communicates with poise, and thrives in fast-paced environments where presentation, organization, and emotional intelligence matter.

Core Responsibilities

• Own the first and last impression of every guest’s experience
• Greet guests with warmth, professionalism, and genuine hospitality
• Build meaningful guest relationships by learning names, preferences, and creating memorable interactions
• Manage reservations, waitlists, walk-ins, and dining room flow with confidence and precision
• Utilize RESY to oversee reservations, guest notes, private bookings, events, and special requests
• Review guest profiles prior to service to support a highly personalized hospitality experience
• Answer phones with professionalism, warmth, and polished communication
• Strategically seat guests to balance pacing, service flow, and overall dining room experience
• Communicate clearly and collaboratively with managers, servers, and support staff throughout service
• Maintain composure, professionalism, and attention to detail in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Support opening, closing, and side-work responsibilities to maintain an organized and polished host stand

Requirements

• At least 18 years old
• Experience in a client-facing role where hospitality, presentation, and guest relationships were held to a high standard preferred
• Backgrounds in fine dining, luxury retail, boutique fitness, hotels, concierge services, nightlife, wellness, or similar guest-focused environments are highly valued
• Professional and polished written and verbal communication skills
• Strong phone etiquette and interpersonal presence
• Naturally hospitable, detail-oriented, organized, and highly collaborative
• Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to professionalism
• Familiarity with RESY or similar reservation platforms is a plus, but trainable for the right individual
• Desire to learn, grow, and develop within a hospitality-driven organization
• Certified for food handling as required by state and local agencies

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds
• Ability to work standing and walking for extended periods of time

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits available
• Flexible schedule
• Professional development and career growth
• Family Meals
• Dining discounts at all Vandelay Hospitality Group concepts
• All Vandelay Hospitality Group restaurants are closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and the 4th of July so our team can celebrate with their friends and family
• A collaborative, uplifting culture where we take care of our guests by taking care of our people first

If you're a passionate professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to grow with a company that values hospitality and teamwork, we'd love to hear from you!

Vandelay Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other federal/state protected category.