Host

Trailborn Hotels & Resorts; Highlands (NC); On-site; USD 22,041 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Time

Part Time

Seasonal

Medical(with company contribution)

Dental(with company contribution)

Vision(with company contribution)

Paid Time Off

401(k)(with company match)

Sick Time

Employee Dining Discounts

Employee Marketplace Discounts

Job summary

Trailborn Hotels & Resorts seeks a Host to warmly welcome guests, manage reservations, escort guests to tables, and coordinate with service staff to ensure a smooth dining sequence.

The role requires excellent communication and organizational skills, with a positive demeanor; experience with reservations systems is a plus. This is a full-time, on-site position with benefits and flexible hospitality scheduling.

Qualifications

• Previous customer service or hospitality experience preferred, but not required.
• Experience handling reservations or guest seating systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Take pride in being the first point of contact (in person and on the telephone) for the restaurant.
• Manage the table management / reservations system(s) to ensure restaurant optimization for experience and revenue.
• Review all external marketing materials (website, google, Yelp, Tripadvisor, etc.) to ensure correct menus, hours of operation, contact info, etc. are listed.
• Review all guest feedback and summarize for staff and management to review daily.
• Communicate reservation info (names, allergies, happenings, VIPs, etc.) to service staff, kitchen, and Managers.
• Manage guest flow into the restaurant by promoting bar patronage and never seating guests at a pace that doesn’t allow for proper servicing.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Positive under pressure

Organizational skills

Math for waitlists

Team-oriented

Tools

Table management system

Job description

The Hostis responsible for managing the guest reservation / table management system, welcoming/greeting guests, escorting guests to their tables, and presenting menus. Hosts will also coordinate with service staff to ensure a smooth sequence of service, thank guests prior to their departure, and handle all pre-arrival / departure sequencing.

ABOUT OUR VALUES

We believe in guiding the adventure, saying yes to possibilities, and working together as one team. With excellence at our core and a touch of magic in every detail, we create experiences that are authentic, elevated, and unforgettable.

ESSENTIAL

FUNCTIONS

• Take pride in being the first point of contact (in person and on the telephone) for the restaurant.
• Manage the table management / reservations system(s) to ensure restaurant optimization for experience and revenue.
• Review all external marketing materials (website, google, Yelp, Tripadvisor, etc.) to ensure correct menus, hours of operation, contact info, etc. are listed.
• Review all guest feedback and summarize for staff and management to review daily.
• Communicate reservation info (names, allergies, happenings, VIPs, etc.) to service staff, kitchen, and Managers.
• Manage guest flow into the restaurant by promoting bar patronage and never seating guests at a pace that doesn’t allow for proper servicing.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:

• Previous customer service or hospitality experience preferred, but not required
• Experience handling reservations or guest seating systems is a plus

Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to stay positive and composed under pressure
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Basic math skills (for handling waitlists and seating rotations)

Attributes:

• Friendly, approachable, and professional demeanor
• Enthusiastic about creating a welcoming environment for guests
• Punctual, reliable, and well-groomed
• Team-oriented with a flexible, can-do attitude

PHYSICAL

REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Comfortable walking and moving around the dining area
• Ability to occasionally lift items up to 25 pounds (e.g., chairs)

ABOUT OUR

BENEFITS

Company Benefits and Perks

• Full Time
• Part Time
• Seasonal
• Medical(with company contribution)
• -
• -
• Dental(with company contribution)
• -
• -
• Vision(with company contribution)
• -
• -
• Paid Time Off
• -
• -
• 401(k)(with company match)
• -
• Sick Time
• -
• Employee Dining Discounts
• Employee Marketplace Discounts

SCHEDULE

Hospitality demands a flexible schedule that may require extended hours as the business requires coverage including seasonality– on any day at any hour, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

PAY RATE

$16-$19/hour

JOB STATUS

Regular Full Time

FLSA

Non-Exempt

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Trailborn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

If you require assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please inform us during your application process.

The specific statements shown in each section of this Job Description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully. The job’s responsibilities/tasks may be modified and/or expanded over time without prior notice. The Company will try to give as much notice as practical when changes are made.