Host

Outback Steakhouse; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k

Job summary

Outback Steakhouse in Lake Charles, LA is hiring a Host who will greet guests, manage the lobby with urgency, and help create a welcoming, home‑like dining room experience. You will work with the service staff to seat guests, set the pace of the dining room, and uphold our hospitality standards while delivering a warm first impression and smooth handoffs.

We offer benefits, competitive compensation varies by location, and equal opportunity employment; join our team to share a bold,

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality or guest service preferred.
• Ability to greet and engage guests warmly and promptly.
• Strong communication and multitasking to manage lobby and seating.

Responsibilities

• Greet and engage guests with a warm smile and genuine conversation
• Manage the wait by leading the lobby experience and coordinating guest seating with a sense of urgency
• Create memorable first and last impressions while adhering to Our hospitality standards

Skills

Guest service

Communication

Hospitality

Job description

At Outback Steakhouse, we believe that people want to be part of something they can be proud of, is fun, and values you. Our goal for you as an Outbacker, which is what we affectionately call our team members, is to allow your BOLD personality to shine, make it a great place to work, while exceeding concentrated customer service and serious food standards, bringing our Guests an AUSS-SOME experience.

As a Host, your primary responsibility is to exceed guests’ expectations by providing friendly, prompt, and attentive service tailored to their preferences. You will warmly greet both incoming and departing guests, creating a welcoming atmosphere that makes them feel like guests in your own home. The ideal team player sets the pace of the dining room by seating guests in the dining and bar areas, ensuring a smooth handoff to the service staff.

Responsibilities:

• Greet and engage guests with a warm smile and genuine conversation
• Manage the wait by leading the lobby experience and coordinating guest seating with a sense of urgency
• Create memorable first and last impressions while adhering to Our hospitality standards

Bloomin Brands offers benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and 401k. Further details around eligibility and additional benefit offerings can be found at https://bloominbrandsbenefits.com/

Compensation Range: Varies By Location plus tips

We value diversity and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing all individuals employment consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.