Host

ExplorUS; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Charger Hospitality in San Diego's Historic Old Town invites you to join our team as a Host. You will greet guests, seat them, and process payments with a friendly, efficient approach, contributing to outstanding guest service in a lively, welcoming environment.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, and at least 6 months in a restaurant. ServSafe certification is preferred and helps ensure adherence to health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 6 months of restaurant experience.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• ServSafe certification preferred per F&B policy.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and seat them promptly and professionally.
• Process payments accurately and reconcile receipts.
• Maintain host station clean and organized.
• Promote teamwork with servers and support staff.
• Understand ISO health and safety standards and policies.
• Follow seating guidelines and monitor flow of the dining area.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Cash handling

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

ServSafe Certification

Job description

At Charger Hospitality in San Diego’s historic Old Town, every day is a celebration—where vibrant culture, lively entertainment, and authentic California history come together to create an unforgettable workplace. Enjoy competitive pay, employee perks, and a fun, dynamic environment in the heart of Old Town.

Title: Host

Reports To: Restaurant Manager

Department: Food & Beverage

Summary of Position

Responsible for greeting and seating guests and processing payments in a timely, friendly and efficient manner in the Company’s continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service.

Responsibilities

• Greet all guests as they enter the restaurant in a professional and timely manner
• Follow all seating and table rotation guidelines to monitor flow of each area and ensure prompt and efficient service for all guests while being sensitive to Server responsibilities
• Possess thorough knowledge of restaurant and bar menu promotions and specials
• Proficiency with cash handling and credit card transactions
• Promote teamwork by assisting Servers in dining area when needed
• Ensure host station (including the entrance area) is always well maintained, clean, organized, and presentable
• Understand Company ISO (Environmental & Quality) management systems, Health and Safety standards, policies, goals and initiatives and meet the specific responsibilities within these areas
• Other duties per Duties Checklist and as requested

Position Requirements

• Excellent customer service and people skills
• Must be able to work a variety of day, night, weekend, holiday shifts
• Must have excellent communication skills and be able to count change and reconcile paperwork
• Obtain ServSafe Certification in accordance with Company F&B policy (as applicable)
• Majority of shift will be spent on feet in a fast-paced environment, in close proximity to other people

Education and Experience

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience: Minimum (6) months in a restaurant establishment

Resort/National Park Concession preferred

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status and all other status protected by law.