Host

SSP Group; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee meal program

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Retirement plan with safe harbor match

Medical benefits starting at $50 per月

Company-paid Basic Life & AD&D

Job summary

SSP America is seeking friendly, customer-focused Hosts to greet guests, maintain an organized work area, and support team operations in a fast-paced environment. You will follow food safety standards and contribute to a welcoming experience for every guest.

This full-time role offers competitive wages, paid training, and a comprehensive benefits package, including meals, time off, and retirement options. SSP America is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of front of house experience in a food service environment.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable, team-oriented, and detail-focused.
• Open work availability, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and provide a friendly, welcoming experience.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked work area.
• Support team operations and ensure timely, accurate service.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and company standards.

Skills

Front of house

Customer service

Job description

At SSP America, our Hosts play a key role in creating a welcoming, efficient, and memorable experience for every guest. As the first and last point of contact, you set the tone for exceptional service and help keep operations running smoothly.

What You'll Do:

• Greet guests and provide a friendly, welcoming experience
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked work area
• Support team operations and ensure timely, accurate service
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and company standards

What We're Looking For:

• 1+ years of front of house experience in a food service environment preferred
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Reliable, team-oriented, and detail-focused
• Open work availability, including weekends and holidays
• Highly competitive wages
• Full-time opportunities
• Paid training
• Employee meal program
• Paid time off
• Extra pay for holidays worked
• Retirement plan with safe harbor company match
• Medical benefits starting at $50 per month
• Company-paid Basic Life & AD&D insurance
• Voluntary benefits (pet insurance, accident, illness, hospital indemnity, dental, vision)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career development and growth opportunities

SSP America is an equal opportunity employer. All decisions concerning the employment relationship will be made without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, age, disability, genetic information, or and other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. SSP America will provide reasonable accommodations during the application and interview process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws.