Host

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc.; La Vale (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Same-day pay access

Health insurance on day 1 (FT/PT)

Vacation time

PAR training program

401k with company match

35% discount on Cracker Barrel food &

Exclusive Biscuit Perks discounts

Job summary

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. is hiring a Host in La Vale, MD to welcome guests, manage the waitlist, and keep dining areas ready for the next group. You’ll greet guests warmly and ensure smooth flow during busy times, contributing to a friendly, team-first environment.

No prior restaurant experience is required—we’ll teach you everything you need to know. Competitive weekly pay and growth opportunities start from day one, with benefits for eligible employees.

Qualifications

• No restaurant experience required; training provided.
• Competitive pay with weekly payroll and same-day pay options.
• Health insurance eligibility starting day 1 for full- and part-time employees.
• Growth and development opportunities from Day 1 (PAR training program).
• 401k plan with company matching after 90 days.
• Discounts: 35% on Cracker Barrel food and retail items.
• Exclusive Biscuit Perks discounts on home, travel, cell phones, and more.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and make them feel at home.
• Manage the waitlist to keep dining flow smooth.
• Ensure each table is ready for the next group.
• Maintain a warm, approachable style and teamwork.

Skills

Welcoming guests

Team player

Positive attitude

Customer service

Job description

They say you are the company you keep - and at Cracker Barrel, we take that seriously. Whether you're greeting guests, rolling out biscuits, or keeping things humming behind the scenes, you make the moments that matter, both big and small. Here, the work means more because we take pride in doing it together. So, join our team and find your place, because here...we're all in good company.

What You'll Do

You'll Make the Moment. Every great guest experience starts with a warm welcome. As a Host, you'll invite guests in and make them feel right at home. You'll keep the dining room flowing by managing the waitlist, updating guests with a smile, and making sure each table is ready for the next group to gather around.

• Makes people feel welcome the moment they walk through the door
• Knows how to stay cool and collected, even when things get busy
• Thrives in a team-first environment
• Brings positive energy and a warm, approachable style ... we've got an apron just for you!

No restaurant experience? No worries. We'll teach you everything you need to know.

Focus on You

• Good Work Deserves Good Pay: Competitive pay every week
• Same day pay access
• Support That Goes Beyond the Clock: Health insurance eligibility on day 1 - Full and Part-time employees
• Vacation time
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Grow and Thrive Your Way: Growth and development opportunities begin Day 1 with our industry-leading PAR training program
• 401k plan with company matching contributions at 90 days
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Culture of Belonging: Support that starts on day one
• Onboarding, training, and development to help you thrive
• Recognition programs and employee events that bring us together
• More Perks, Just Because: 35% Discount on Cracker Barrel Food and Retail items
• Exclusive Biscuit Perks like discounts on home, travel, cell phones, and more!
• Pay Range: $15.00 - $16.13

A Little About Us

Since 1969, Cracker Barrel has been a place to gather around delicious food, abundant servings, unexpected finds, and a warm welcome. Over time, it's become even more - somewhere folks can reconnect and feel at home. With more than 70,000 team members nationwide, we take pride in our roots - always serving up more than a meal.

Cracker Barrel is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or any other class expressly protected by law.