Host

Cracker Barrel; Mount Laurel Township (NJ); On-site; USD 21,931 - 23,198; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance eligibility

401k plan with matching contributions

Employee assistance program

35% discount on Cracker Barrel food and retail items

Job summary

Cracker Barrel is seeking a Host to join their team in Mount Laurel Township, NJ. As a Host, you will invite guests and ensure they feel welcome while managing the dining room atmosphere.

The position offers competitive pay starting at $15.92 with health insurance eligibility from day one, along with opportunities for growth and development. Be part of a culture that values belonging and recognizes contributions within the team.

Qualifications

• Ability to make guests feel welcome and manage a waitlist.
• Ability to thrive in a busy environment.
• Team-first mentality with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Invite guests and make them feel at home.
• Manage the dining room and keep it flowing.
• Ensure tables are ready for incoming guests.

Skills

Customer service

Team collaboration

Positive attitude

Time management

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

Role: 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

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

Focus on You

Were all about making sure you7re taken care of too. Here’s whaters 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 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: $15.92 - $16.84

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.

See for yourself. Apply now.

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.