Host - Bay View Inn

Hotel Investment Services, Inc.; Petoskey (MI); On-site; USD 17,908 - 23,419; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Earned Sick Time

401k with match

Dining and Lodging Discounts

Job summary

An established hospitality company is seeking a Host for the Bay View Inn for the 2026 Summer Season. Responsibilities include providing exceptional hospitality, managing guest interactions, and maintaining a welcoming environment. Applicants should be at least 16 years old, have excellent customer service skills, and the ability to work weekends and holidays. This position offers part-time benefits, including earned sick time and dining discounts. Join a dynamic team and create great experiences for our guests!

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to stand for at least 5 hours at a time.
• Excellent customer service and phone skills.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate genuine hospitality for an exceptional dining experience.
• Engage guests in conversation as you seat them.
• Manage wait lists and set guest expectations.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Job description

Overview

Reports to: General Manager

Job Type: Seasonal, Hourly, Full Time & Part Time

Job Summary: The Bay View Inn is hiring for the 2026 Summer Season.

First impressions count! As first point of contact here at the iconic Bay View Inn, our hosts set the stage for a great guest experience. If you are a kind, energetic person who works well in a team setting, this job is for you!

Host

Department: Food & Beverage

Job Responsibilities are included in the Duties & Responsibilities section below.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate genuine hospitality for an exceptional dining experience by making every guest feel welcome
• Engage guests in conversation as you seat them
• Provide menus, water service and introduce the server to their guests
• Manage wait lists during volume to set guest expectations
• Speak courteously when answering the telephone
• Communicate effectively with servers, bar, kitchen and management on level of business
• Ensure all guests are sincerely thanked as they leave
• Bus and prep tables for service, clearing dishes and glassware and resetting as needed
• Answer phone calls and make reservations
• Maintain clean and organized entryway, dining room and public areas
• Communicate effectively with servers, bar, kitchen and management on level of business

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays
• Must be able to stand for at least 5 hours at a time
• Basic computer skills required
• Excellent customer service and phone skills

Benefits

• Part Time Benefits: Earned Sick Time (based on eligibility) - 401k with match – Dining and Lodging Discounts