Host

Outback Steakhouse; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k plan

Job summary

Outback Steakhouse in Springfield, IL is seeking a Host who greets guests warmly, manages the lobby flow, and seats guests to ensure a smooth handoff to servers. You will be part of a team that delivers an AUSS-SOME dining experience.

The role emphasizes friendly, efficient service, clear communication, and adherence to hospitality standards while contributing to a positive, welcoming atmosphere for every Guest.

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality or customer service preferred.
• Ability to greet guests warmly and communicate clearly.
• Reliability and teamwork in a fast-paced dining environment.

Responsibilities

• Greet and engage guests with a warm smile and genuine conversation.
• Lead lobby flow and coordinate guest seating with urgency.
• Create memorable first and last impressions while upholding hospitality standards.

Skills

Customer service

Guest greeting

Team player

Job description

At Outback Steakhouse, we believe that people want to be part of something they can be proud of, is fun, and values you. Our goal for you as an Outbacker, which is what we affectionately call our team members, is to allow your BOLD personality to shine, make it a great place to work, while exceeding concentrated customer service and serious food standards, bringing our Guests an AUSS-SOME experience.

As a Host, your primary responsibility is to exceed guests’ expectations by providing friendly, prompt, and attentive service tailored to their preferences. You will warmly greet both incoming and departing guests, creating a welcoming atmosphere that makes them feel like guests in your own home. The ideal team player sets the pace of the dining room by seating guests in the dining and bar areas, ensuring a smooth handoff to the service staff.

Responsibilities

• Greet and engage guests with a warm smile and genuine conversation
• Manage the wait by leading the lobby experience and coordinating guest seating with a sense of urgency
• Create memorable first and last impressions while adhering to Our hospitality standards

Bloomin Brands offers benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and 401k. Further details around eligibility and additional benefit offerings can be found at https://bloominbrandsbenefits.com/

Compensation Range: $9 plus tips

We value diversity and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing all individuals employment consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.