Host

craftedconceptsdenver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Paid sick leave

Employee discounts

Training & development

Advancement opportunities

Wellness resources

Company parties

Job summary

Rioja, Denver’s top-rated award-winning Mediterranean restaurant, is seeking a friendly host/hostess to guide guests and manage seating with an energetic, professional demeanor.

You will greet guests, direct them to tables, and operate the OpenTable reservation system while maintaining smooth patron flow. The role requires outgoing, reliable team players with strong communication and a polished appearance.

Qualifications

• Experience in a restaurant host/hostess role.
• Polished communication and presentation.
• Outgoing and reliable team player.

Responsibilities

• Direct guests to seating to ensure smooth flow.
• Provide an exuberant greeting and farewell.
• Manage reservations using OpenTable.
• Handle email and phone communications.
• Support teamwork and guest satisfaction.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Team player

Tools

OpenTable

Job description

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources
• Company parties
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts

Rioja, Denver’s top-rated award winning Mediterranean restaurant is seeking an individual to fill the role of the host/hostess. Duties primarily include directing guests during service to an efficient and well-planned seating arrangement, providing an exuberant greeting and departing salutation, and managing the database of our reservation system (Open Table). In addition, responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring guest satisfaction
• Helping maintain email communications and phone calls

This position is best suited for someone who is outgoing, social, highly reliable, proficient on Open Table or other similar reservation systems, and who has had some experience in restaurants to understand service logistics and how to anticipate patron flow. Rioja is part of Crafted Concepts, one of the top restaurant groups in the city; we pride ourselves on fostering a team environment and providing constant support for industry education and growth.

We are looking for highly motivated individuals that have a strong work ethic and a stronger sense of team/family. We need a fast, levelheaded individual with polished communication skills and a presentable, professional appearance is a must.

Compensation

Denver minimum wage plus tips

Benefits

• Family Meal
• Health insurance, Vision, and Dental for full time employees
• Paid Sick Leave
• 50% off for you and one other person at your restaurant of employment.
• Competitive compensation based on experience and performance

Rioja’s Mission Statement- We share an uncompromising commitment to provide hospitality, creating one-of-a-kind and one-at-a-time, remarkable culinary experiences. Our foundation is based on the success of our team through education, development, growth and the concept of family.