Host

Q39; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 11,000 - 16,000; Part time

Job summary

Q39 in Kansas City, MO is seeking a part-time Restaurant Host to greet guests, manage reservations and the waitlist, and coordinate seating. The role emphasizes a warm, professional welcome and smooth flow from entry to dining area.

You will support the front-of-house team, ensure accurate wait times, and help create craveable dining experiences in a busy, full-service setting.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience at a full-service restaurant or hospitality setting.
• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and remain composed under pressure.
• Familiarity with reservation or POS systems preferred.
• Friendly, polished, and professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Greet all guests warmly and professionally upon arrival.
• Manage the waitlist, quote accurate wait times, and record guest information in the reservation system.
• Plan and rotate guest seating strategically to support service flow and server balance.
• Coordinate large party seating using the party guide.
• Accommodate special seating requests when possible.
• Escort guests to tables, present menus, and provide server introductions.
• Communicate guest needs to servers and management as needed.
• Assist with cleaning and resetting tables promptly if needed to ensure smooth guest turnover.
• Thank departing guests and invite them to return.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the host stand and entry area.
• Collaborate with the FOH team to create a seamless and excellent guest experience.
• When multiple hosts are scheduled, responsibilities will be divided and assigned to maximize efficiency and elevate the overall hospitality experience.
• Create craveable, memorable dining experiences.

Skills

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Reservations familiarity

Tools

Reservation system

POS system

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Q39 Midtown - Kansas City, MO 64111; Position Type: Part Time; Education Level: None; Salary Range: $10.00 Hourly; Travel Percentage: None; Job Shift: AM & PM Shift; Job Category: Restaurant - Food Service.

At Q39 our passion is to create craveable, memorable dining experiences for all. The Restaurant Host serves as the first point of contact for Q39 guests, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere while managing the efficient flow of guests into the dining room, patio, and bar. This role is responsible for greeting guests, managing reservations and the waitlist, coordinating seating assignments, and setting the tone for a positive dining experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet all guests warmly and professionally upon arrival.
• Manage the waitlist, quote accurate wait times, and record guest information in the reservation system.
• Plan and rotate guest seating strategically to support service flow and server balance.
• Coordinate large party seating using the party guide.
• Accommodate special seating requests when possible.
• Escort guests to tables, present menus, and provide server introductions.
• Communicate guest needs to servers and management as needed.
• Assist with cleaning and resetting tables promptly if needed to ensure smooth guest turnover.
• Thank departing guests and invite them to return.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the host stand and entry area.
• Collaborate with the FOH team to create a seamless and excellent guest experience.
• When multiple hosts are scheduled, responsibilities will be divided and assigned to maximize efficiency and elevate the overall hospitality experience.
• Create craveable, memorable dining experiences.

Minimum Qualifications

• 1 year experience at a full-service restaurant or hospitality setting.
• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and remain composed under pressure.
• Familiarity with reservation or POS systems preferred.
• Friendly, polished, and professional demeanor.