Host

Cracker Barrel; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health insurance eligibility on day 1

Vacation and time off

Job summary

Cracker Barrel is seeking a Host in Lakeland, FL to greet guests, manage the waitlist, and maintain a welcoming dining room flow. You’ll ensure guests feel at home from arrival and help keep the dining area ready for the next party.

No prior restaurant experience is required—we’ll teach you everything you need to know and help you grow. Weekly pay and generous benefits focus on your early-career success and team belonging.

Qualifications

• Ability to make guests feel welcome from the moment they arrive.
• Stay calm and collected when the dining room gets busy.
• Thrive in a team-first environment and support colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and invite them in, making them feel at home.
• Manage the waitlist and keep guests updated with a friendly smile.
• Ensure each table is ready and prepared for the next group.
• Assist with overall front-of-house flow as a Host.

Skills

Welcoming guests

Calm under pressure

Team player

Positive energy

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. So if you're someone who....

• 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

We’re all about making sure you're taken care of too. Here's what’s in it for 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!

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.