Host

Li'l Rizzo's; Ozark, Northern (MO, KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Advancement opportunities

Training & development

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Li'l Rizzo's Restaurants in Lake Ozark, MO, is seeking a friendly Host to welcome guests and set a positive first impression in a fast-paced dining environment.

You will greet guests, manage waitlists, escort to tables, and coordinate with servers to optimize seating while maintaining a tidy host stand and entrance area. Prior restaurant experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Outgoing, friendly personality and a passion for hospitality.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized during busy shifts.
• Reliable, punctual and a team player.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome guests warmly upon arrival.
• Manage waitlists and ensure efficient seating.
• Escort guests to their tables and present menus.
• Communicate wait times accurately and professionally.
• Coordinate with servers and floor staff to manage table availability.
• Maintain a clean and organized host stand and entrance area.
• Answer incoming phone calls and assist with general guest inquiries.
• Take carryout orders over the phone and bag carryout orders.
• Assist guests at the carryout counter for ordering/paying/receiving orders.

Job description

Benefits:

• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule

About the Role:

Li'l Rizzo's Restaurants in Lake Ozark, MO is looking for a friendly and energetic Host to be the first face our guests see! If you love people, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and take pride in creating a great first impression, we want you on our team.

Responsibilities:

• Greet and welcome guests warmly upon arrival
• Manage waitlists ensure efficient seating
• Escort guests to their tables and present menus
• Communicate wait times accurately and professionally
• Coordinate with servers and floor staff to manage table availability
• Maintain a clean and organized host stand and entrance area
• Answer incoming phone calls and assist with general guest inquiries
• Take carryout orders over the phone
• Bagging carryout orders
• Helping guests at the carryout counter for ordering/paying/receiving orders
• Handling money and credit card paymentsfor carryout orders

Requirements:

• Outgoing, friendly personality with a passion for hospitality
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask and stay organized during busy shifts
• Comfortable standing for extended periods in a high-traffic environment
• Previous restaurant or customer service experience is a plus, but not required
• Reliable, punctual, and a team player!

About Us:

Li'l Rizzo's Restaurants has been a beloved dining destination in the Lake Ozark area, known for great food and an even better atmosphere. Our guests keep coming back for the warm, welcoming experience we deliver every time — and our team loves being part of a fun, supportive work environment that feels like family.