Host

The Lodge at Primland, Auberge Collection; Meadows of Dan (VA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lodge at Primland, Auberge Collection is seeking a friendly Restaurant Host to uphold the warm hospitality our guests expect. You will greet guests, manage check-in and seating, handle reservations, and coordinate with restaurant and pool staff to ensure smooth service.

Ideal candidates will have customer service or hospitality experience, strong English communication, and flexibility to work weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service or hospitality preferred.
• Strong communication skills and a positive attitude.
• Ability to speak and write in English fluently.
• Ability to obtain state and local certifications such as food handler or alcohol training, as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests, handle check-in and seating efficiently and courteously.
• Answer phones, take reservations, and record orders in reservation systems.
• Coordinate with restaurant and pool staff to optimize guest flow and avoid overbooking.
• Assist with station charts, assign stations, and guide servers for optimal setup.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the host station and work areas.
• Update guest profiles and VIP requests in the system.
• Ensure menus and wine lists are current and well-stocked.
• Resolve guest issues promptly to ensure satisfaction.
• Familiarize yourself with hotel services and local attractions to answer inquiries.
• Collaborate with Food and Beverage Management to set a welcoming restaurant atmosphere.

Skills

Customer service

Hospitality

English fluency

Reservation systems

Job description

Company Description

Located on 12,000 acres in the heart of Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains, The Lodge at Primland, Auberge Collection is a majestic year-round mountain retreat with myriad outdoor adventure experiences. Guests can revel in the refined authenticity and natural beauty of the property, while enjoying luxury accommodations including cottages with sweeping vistas, Tree House suites, and a variety of rooms and suites located in the main Lodge. Resort amenities include the championship-caliber Highland Course, a full-service wellbeing retreat with an indoor pool and hot tub, state-of-the-art fitness center, theater, game room, a fully equipped observatory and an on-site astronomy team, an exceptional culinary program with five distinct farm-to-table experiences, and thrill-seeking outdoor adventure programming ranging from horseback riding to fly-fishing and beyond.

For more information, please visit auberge.com/primland

Follow The Lodge at Primland on Facebook and Instagram @PrimlandAuberge

Job Description

The role of Restaurant Host upholds the welcoming atmosphere that defines our hospitality. As a key member of our Auberge family, your role is to provide exceptional service, ensuring a positive experience for our guests from arrival to departure.

• Greet guests warmly, provide courteous service, and efficiently handle check-in and seating.
• Answer phones, take reservations, take in-room dining orders, and maintain accurate records in reservation systems.
• Coordinate with restaurant and/or pool staff to optimize guest placements, avoiding overbooking and ensuring smooth flow.
• Assist with preparation of station charts, assign stations, and guide servers and support staff in optimal table set-up.
• Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of the host station and assigned work areas.
• Monitor and update guest profiles, VIP arrivals, and special requests using reservation systems.
• Ensure menus and wine lists are clean, up-to-date, and well-stocked at all times.
• Resolve guest complaints promptly to ensure satisfaction.
• Familiarize yourself with all hotel services, local attractions, and respond accurately to guest inquiries.
• Collaborate with Food and Beverage Management to set a positive tone for the restaurant environment.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in customer service or hospitality, preferably in a high-end setting.
• Strong communication skills, positive attitude, and the ability to speak and write in English fluently.
• Must be of minimum age to serve alcohol.
• Flexibility to work a variable schedule, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to obtain relevant state and local government certifications, such as food handlers certificate or alcohol training certifications, as applicable to the position.

Additional Information

About Auberge Collection

Auberge Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences and private clubs. While each property is unique, all share a crafted approach to luxury and bring the soul of the locale to life through captivating design, exceptional cuisine, innovative wellbeing, and gracious yet unobtrusive service. With 30 one-of-a-kind hotels, resorts, and residences, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in some of the world’s most desirable destinations.

For more information: auberge.com

Connect with Auberge Collection on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and LinkedIn @Auberge and #AlwaysAuberge

About Friedkin

Friedkin is a privately held family of global brands spanning automotive, entertainment, hospitality, investments, and sports.

Founded in 1969 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, the company is led by Chief Executive Dan Friedkin, and united by a mission to build breakthrough brands that redefine the status quo.

The Friedkin portfolio includes Gulf States Toyota, 30WEST, Accelerated Solutions Group, AS Roma, Ascent Automotive Group, Auberge Collection, Congaree, Copilot Capital, Diamond Creek, Everton Football Club, GSFSGroup, Imperative Entertainment, Legendary Expeditions, NEON, Northside Lexus, Pursuit Sports, The Friedkin Group International, USAL and Westside Lexus.

For more information, please visit www.friedkin.com

Primland Ltd is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. Primland Ltd provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Primland Ltd complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.