Host

Upward Projects; Vernon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal Discounts & Perks

Competitive Wages Paid Weekly

Earned paid sick time

401K with company match

Sommelier reimbursement upon level 1/2

Job summary

Postino WineCafe in Vernon Hills, IL, is seeking a Host to greet and seat guests and coordinate with the service team. This role supports a warm, energetic guest experience and requires delivering hospitality with authentic energy.

Join Postino WineCafe, a part of Upward Projects, and help build a welcoming culture that values teamwork, authenticity, and stellar guest care. Shifts may vary, and prior hospitality experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• State Food Handler's Certification is required.
• Responsible Alcohol Service Certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Greet and seat guests entering the restaurant.
• Maintain clear communication with other service positions.
• Uphold standards of hospitality and team collaboration.

Skills

People oriented

Customer service

Attention to detail

Brand ambassador

Calm under pressure

Team player

Job description

Description

We’re beyond excited to bring Postino to Illinois for the very first time and officially make Vernon Hills part of the Postino family! At Postino, we believe great restaurants are built by great people—and our culture is at the heart of everything we do. We’re here to Make People Feel Good, whether that’s the guests who walk through our doors or the team members who bring the experience to life every day. We’re building a team of people who bring good energy, show up authentically, take care of one another, and aren’t afraid to have a little fun along the way. As we get ready to open our doors in Vernon Hills, we’re looking for incredible people who want to help us introduce Postino to Illinois and build something special from the very beginning.

WHO WE ARE

We are a restaurant group that thrives on creating authentic and inspiring experiences for the communities we serve. Through the contributions of countless incredible people, past and present, we’re headed to the moon with a simple mission — to make people feel good. While no one on the team is quite like the other, it’s our common values that keep us united.

• Be Authentic and Humble
• Act with Integrity
• Bring Good Energy
• Get Extraordinary Results
• Achieve as a Team
• Inspire with Hospitality

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Host at Postino WineCafe your responsibility is to greet and seat guests entering the restaurant while maintaining full communication with other service positions.

TO BE SUCCESSFUL YOU MUST

• Have an unparalleled love, passion, and commitment to making others feel good
• Have an eye for details and upholding standards
• Support, serve, and uplift your teammates.
• Be an enthusiastic brand ambassador
• Love spreading positive vibes
• Be calm under pressure
• Operate with a sense of urgency
• Look for creative solutions and approaches

WHY YOU’LL LOVE BEING A HOST

Postino WineCafe has a rich culture of delivering the best hospitality experience in the restaurant industry. We are a growing brand with unlimited career advancement who will support your journey with exceptional beverage and culinary development. The working relationships you build today - will be deep, meaningful, and long lasting. Lastly, we believe you should have a voice and be recognized and rewarded for your contributions.

YOUR BENEFITS

• Meal Discounts & Perks
• Competitive Wages Paid Weekly
• Earned paid sick time
• 401K with company match
• Pursue Level 1, 2 Sommelier reimbursed upon completion
• Flexible Spending & Dependent Care
• Access to Medical, Dental, Vision when eligible.
• Access to Teladoc services for all team members after 30 days eligibility.
• Thanksgiving and Christmas off

Requirements

• Full time (30 hours or more) or part time position (30 hours or less) that requires a flexible schedule, often working weekdays, weekends, and holidays. Normal shifts include as early as 7 a.m. and as late as 2 a.m. and can fluctuate often
• State Food Handler's Certification is required
• Responsible Alcohol Service Certification is required