Host

Dabney; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dabney, a celebrated restaurant known for its Mid-Atlantic inspired cuisine, seeks a host to join its team. This role requires enthusiasm for hospitality and a commitment to delivering a welcoming guest experience, alongside handling reservations through OpenTable. Flexible evening availability is essential, and you will play a key role in ensuring the restaurant's warm service style.

Benefits

Structured schedule with regular days off

Recognition in renowned publications

Qualifications

• Positive attitude towards fellow employees.
• Flexible schedule for evening shifts.

Responsibilities

• Oversee opening side work and ensure host stand preparedness.
• Welcome guests warmly and handle special requests.
• Manage guest coordination and reservations.

Skills

Enthusiasm for hospitality

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Tools

OpenTable

Job description

Many exciting things are happening at The Dabney, and we would love you to be a part of our growing team.

Recognized by Food & Wine, Bon Appetit, the James Beard Foundation, and awarded 1 star by Michelin, The Dabney, is looking to bring energetic, enthusiastic and passionate hospitality professionals to its restaurant that serves seasonal and Mid-Atlantic inspired cuisine. The restaurant is located in the historic Blagden Alley in the Shaw neighborhood of Washington DC.

Requirements include:
- An enthusiasm for hospitality
- A positive attitude towards fellow employees and a love for working in a team environment
- A close attention to detail and ability to problem solve
- Flexible schedule. Must be able to work evenings.

Duties/Responsibilities include:
- Oversee opening side work and ensure host stand preparedness
- Welcome guests to the restaurant warmly
- Field special requests for nightly reservations
- Familiarity and experience with OpenTable Reservation system
- Additional administrative tasksfocusing onguest coordination/reservation management

Our service style is guest focused and warm. We're looking for a host that embodies our vision of a dining experience that's refined but unpretentious. Detail oriented but welcoming.

If you want to be a part of our team, email us a resume, introduce yourself, and tell us why you want to work at The Dabney.

The Dabney is closed for the following holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and The New Year. The restaurant is additionally always closed Sunday and Monday offering a nicely structured schedule for employees.Hourly compensation will be determined based on level of experience.