Host

Clyde's Restaurant Group

Washington (District of Columbia)

On-site

USD 21,000 - 28,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay
Stable Company
Flexible Schedule
Positive Culture
Training
401k
Restaurant Discounts
Meal Discount
Health Plan
Support
Wellness Resources
Financial Assistance
Career Growth
Merit Recognition
Exclusive Discounts

Job summary

The Tombs, part of Clyde's Restaurant Group, is seeking a friendly and professional Host to welcome guests and manage seating in a fast-paced Georgetown area setting in Washington, DC. You will greet guests, assist with reservations, and coordinate with servers to ensure a smooth dining experience.

Strong communication and multitasking skills are essential, along with a flexible schedule including mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

  • Excellent verbal and written communication needed.
  • Friendly, hardworking, hospitality-driven with top-tier service.
  • Ability to handle customer matters with courtesy and respect.
  • Able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

  • Greet guests as they enter the restaurant.
  • Escort guests to tables and assist with seating.
  • Assist servers with resetting tables and fulfilling requests.
  • Answer phones with a friendly greeting and relay messages.
  • Listen to customer inquiries and provide accurate information.

Skills

Communication skills
Hospitality focus
Problem solving
Multitasking
Flexible availability

Job description

Location: Washington, DC, United States
Date Posted: Oct 29, 2026

Are you looking for a job with competitive pay, flexible scheduling, a positive work environment, and opportunities for professional growth and training?

If so, The Tombs is the place for you. As a beloved establishment near Georgetown University and part of the Clyde’s Restaurant Group, which owns 14 concepts in the DMV area, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional dining experiences.

We offer free parking after 4:30pm – Unheard of in DC!

WHY JOIN THE CLYDE'S TEAM AS A HOST
  • Competitive Pay: Earn compensation for your skills and dedication.
  • Stable Company: Join a respected, stable organization.
  • Flexible Schedule: Part-time, full-time, and on-call shifts available.
  • Positive Culture: Embrace courtesy, dignity, and respect.
  • Excellent Training: Classroom and on-premises training.
  • Generous 401k: Immediate participation with competitive match.
  • Restaurant Discounts: Enjoy 25% off at all Clyde’s Restaurants for you and 3 guests.
  • Meal Discount: Get 50% off your shift meal.
  • Top Health Plan: Access medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, and wellness resources, plus reduced rates on various services.
  • Support: Benefit from an Employee Assistance Program with legal, emotional, and financial support.
  • Wellness Resources: Access digital Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and annual flu shots.
  • Financial Assistance: Assistance fund for employees in need.
  • Career Growth: Opportunities for rapid advancement.
  • Merit Recognition: Rewards for excellence and hard work.
  • Exclusive Discounts: Access a discount program with thousands of brands and services.
WHAT WE LOOK FOR IN A HOST
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Friendly, hardworking, and hospitality-driven with a commitment to excellence and top-tier service
  • Problem solvers who can handle customer matters with courtesy, dignity, and respect
  • Able to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment
  • Flexible availability to work mornings, late nights, weekends, holidays, and weekdays as needed
WHAT YOU WILL DO AS A HOST
  • Greet every guest in a friendly manner as they enter the restaurant
  • Check the host podium for complete setup of materials and supplies at the start and end of the shift
  • Clean menu covers, replace old or worn menus, and distribute them to bars and dining rooms
  • Escort guests to requested and/or prearranged tables
  • Assist servers with duties such as resetting tables or fulfilling guest requests
  • Answer the phone promptly with a friendly and cordial greeting
  • Communicate with customers and vendors, relay incoming calls to the appropriate people, and take messages
  • Actively listen patiently and politely to customer inquiries and complaints, providing specific and accurate information about the restaurant operation, directions to the restaurant, and menu information
  • Direct customer complaints and other problematical calls to the appropriate people; answer inquiries about reservations, review reservations, review reservation book, and inform customers about seating availability and accurately record reservations
  • Prepare menus and reservations for the arrangement of tables and chairs for large parties
  • Assist and direct personnel in the arrangement of tables and chairs for large parties
  • Bid all departing parties a closing salutation and “Thank You”
  • Inspect bathrooms; clean and restock bathrooms with supplies as needed
  • Check back at tables to ensure customer satisfaction and to work on customer relations
ABOUT US

Since 1963, Clyde's Restaurant Group has been a leader in the DMV restaurant scene, known for exceptional guest service and fostering a positive culture for employees. Our 14 properties include Clyde's, Old Ebbitt Grill, The Hamilton, 1789 Restaurant, Fitzgerald's, The Tombs, Rye Street Tavern, Cordelia Fishbar, Hamilton Live, and Ebbitt House (opening October 2026).

We are committed to building an inclusive team and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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