Host

The-Goat; New Albany (OH); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifestyle Communities is seeking a Host for The Goat to greet guests, manage reservations, and seat guests efficiently in a welcoming dining environment.

You will be the first point of contact, answer questions about the restaurant and menu, and collaborate with servers and kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year of related customer experience required.
• Strong guest service and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Warmly greet guests upon arrival and departure.
• Manage reservations and waitlists; organize seating.
• Escort guests to tables and provide menus or direct to digital options.
• Maintain communication between front-of-house and back-of-house teams.

Skills

Customer service

Guest communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Reservation system

Job description

Job Description:Job Title HostCompany One Lifestyle, Ltd.Department Front of House, PTReports To General ManagerWage Category Non-ExemptWho We AreAt Lifestyle Communities (LC), we take deliberate action every day to nurture a culture grounded in our purpose — to Build a Connection. Whether you’re behind the bar, in the kitchen, or on the floor, your work helps create spaces where people come together, connect, and belong.We are guided by our core values — Performance, Quality, Communication, Teamwork, and Leadership — and fueled by our commitment to excellence. At LC, you’ll find your “why,” your place to belong, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact.The Team You Will JoinThe Goat is more than a restaurant — it’s a social experience built around community, connection, and bringing people together. Our food philosophy celebrates bright, flavorful, shareable dishes that encourage conversation and togetherness, with a focus on lighter, balanced flavors, fresh ingredients, and approachable execution.Every member of our team plays a key role in bringing this experience to life — ensuring that each plate, every interaction, and all details reflect our commitment to great food, genuine hospitality, and memorable moments.The Difference You Will MakeAs a Host you are the first point of contact for guests and plays a key role in creating a welcoming, friendly, and organized dining experience. This position is responsible for greeting guests, managing reservations and waitlists, seating guests efficiently, and maintaining smooth communication between the front-of-house and back-of-house teams.What You’ll Bring:Warmly greet every guest upon arrival and departure.Create a positive first impression by maintaining a friendly, professional, and polished demeanor.Escort guests to their tables and provide menus or direct them to digital menu options.Answer guest questions about the restaurant, menu, or wait times.Manage reservations using the restaurant’s booking system.Organize seating charts and assign tables to servers to maximize efficiency and balance workload.Minimum QualificationsHigh School Diploma or equivalent required. At least one (1) year of related customer experience required.Physical Demands and Work EnvironmentThe physical demands and work environment described herein are representative of the criteria that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform these functions in accordance with applicable law.Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to work with long periods of standing and walking throughout the dining room, kitchen, and service areas. In addition, employees will walk; handle food and beverage objects, reach and extend with hands and arms; talk and hear. Occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, crouching, and crawling; specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to focus.Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to a restaurant environment, including a kitchen area.Location and Travel: Position will be based in Nashville, TN, Brier Creek, NC, Pflugerville, TX or Columbus, OH with occasional travel to local stores.The Goat is an Equal Opportunity Employer.PTFOH123Lifestyle Communities (LC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.