Host

Goode Company; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly payroll

Dining discounts

Wellness resources

Part-time medical membership

Job summary

Goode Company in Houston is seeking a friendly Host to welcome guests and manage the door with confidence. You will coordinate seating, manage reservations, and keep guests informed on wait times to ensure a smooth service flow.

Ideal candidates have hospitality or customer service experience, a warm presence, and strong communication skills, with the ability to adapt during busy periods. The role is part-time and requires a Food Handler Certification.

Qualifications

• Hospitality or customer service experience preferred.
• Warm, composed presence with clear communication in person and by phone.
• Ability to organize details, use reservation systems, and adapt during busy periods.
• Dependable attendance, professional presentation, and team-oriented mindset.
• Food Handler Certification.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and thank guests with attentive hospitality.
• Manage reservations, waitlists, seating, calls, and guest notes.
• Communicate wait times and update guests as conditions change.
• Coordinate seating with managers and service teams for balanced pacing.
• Maintain an organized host stand and entry area.
• Identify special occasions, accessibility needs, and recovery opportunities.

Skills

Hospitality & guest service

Clear communication

Reservation systems

Team player

Food Handler Certification

Job description

# Host[SEA1] Seafood - Westpark - Houston, TX 77098## OverviewCategoryFOH## Description# About the Employer BrandAt Goode Company, food is how we tell the story of Texas—its people, places, traditions, and hospitality. Since 1977, our restaurants have been built around honest cooking, genuine connection, and the belief that every guest should feel welcomed and well cared for.# The RoleThe Host sets the tone for the guest experience by offering a warm welcome, managing the door with confidence, and helping service flow smoothly.# What You’ll Do* Welcome and thank every guest with attentive, genuine hospitality.* Manage reservations, waitlists, seating, phone calls, and guest notes accurately.* Communicate realistic wait times and keep guests informed as conditions change.* Coordinate seating with managers and service teams to support balanced pacing.* Maintain an organized, polished host stand and entry area.* Recognize special occasions, accessibility needs, and service-recovery opportunities.# Benefits & Perks* Weekly payroll.* Team member food and dining discounts.* Access to wellness resources and support services.* Part-time medical membership with preventive and diagnostic coverage during the first year, subject to plan terms and eligibility.* Eligibility for full medical benefits after 12 months of consistent full-time hours, subject to plan terms and eligibility.*Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and applicable plan terms.*## Qualifications# What You’ll Bring* Hospitality, restaurant, retail, or customer service experience is preferred.* A warm, composed presence and clear communication in person and by phone.* Ability to organize details, use reservation systems, and adjust quickly during busy periods.* Dependable attendance, professional presentation, and a team-first mindset.* Food Handler Certification# Physical & Schedule Requirements* Stand and walk for extended periods throughout the restaurant shift.* Frequently bend, reach, carry, and move through active guest and service areas.* Regularly lift and carry up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds with assistance when needed.* Work around food, beverages, cleaning products, noise, and changing temperatures.* Maintain availability for a varied schedule that may include early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.