Host/Greeter | Westham Porch & Tavern

Omni Hotels & Resorts; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Omni Richmond Hotel is seeking a personable Host/Greeter to deliver exceptional guest service in a fast-paced dining environment. You will seat guests, manage reservations, and support smooth restaurant operations with a welcoming, professional demeanor.

The role requires hands-on hospitality knowledge, a background in fine dining hosting, and willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. Strong English communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Hands-on knowledge of food and beverage and hospitality industry.
• Previous host experience in fine dining preferred.
• Will be flexible to work nights, weekends and holidays.
• Strong customer service, problem solving and attention to detail.
• Clear, concise English communication with guests and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellence in guest service by developing relationships with guests.
• Seat guests with a friendly demeanor and align with restaurant flow.
• Maintain service standards and ensure compliance with hotel policies.
• Handle reservations, phone inquiries and guest seating efficiently.
• Keep restaurant space clean and organized; assist with table settings.
• Respond promptly to guest requests to create a memorable experience.

Skills

Food & Beverage knowledge

Fine dining host experience

Flexible hours

Customer service

English communication

Multitasking

Professional demeanor

Tools

Micros POS

Payroll systems

Job description

Omni Richmond Hotel
Ideally located in the heart of everything that makes Richmond a unique and special destination, the Omni Richmond Hotel is known for refined Southern hospitality in an elegant and relaxing setting. Nestled within the historic and vibrant Shockoe Slip district, our guests enjoy a location adjacent to timeless architecture, restaurants, nightlife and the scenic James River. The Omni Richmond is at the very center of Richmond's financial and legislative districts, blocks from the Virginia State Capitol.

Omni Richmond Hotel
Ideally located in the heart of everything that makes Richmond a unique and special destination, the Omni Richmond Hotel is known for refined Southern hospitality in an elegant and relaxing setting. Nestled within the historic and vibrant Shockoe Slip district, our guests enjoy a location adjacent to timeless architecture, restaurants, nightlife and the scenic James River. The Omni Richmond is at the very center of Richmond's financial and legislative districts, blocks from the Virginia State Capitol.
Omni Richmond’s associates enjoy a dynamic and exciting work environment, comprehensive training and mentoring, along with the pride that comes from working for a company with a reputation for exceptional service. We embody a culture of respect, gratitude and empowerment day in and day out. If you are a friendly, motivated person, with a passion to serve others, the Omni Richmond Hotel may be your perfect match.

Host/Greeter

Overview

Responsible for delivering excellence in guest service by developing relationships with guests, providing personalized service, anticipating and delivering guests’ needs. The Host comprehends the restaurant operation and seats our guests with a friendly demeanor keeping their expectations and the needs of the operation in mind.

Responsibilities

• Consistent maintenance and refinement of service standards. Ensures compliance with all hotel standards and local laws.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and sanitation awareness standards. Prepare daily for health department and Ecosure inspections.
• Perform all necessary tasks for a host according to the standard operating procedure of the hotel including but not limited to answering phone, managing reservations and table assignments, greeting guest, seating guests, explaining restaurant concepts.
• Perform all side work as assigned by management including but not limited organization of restaurant host stand and guest entrance, menu cleanliness.
• Responsible to adhere to all proper trash procedures.
• Must retain and maintain complete knowledge of all food and beverage menu items.
• Report to management any need for housekeeping or maintenance of restaurant and restaurant equipment.
• Responsible to maintain all furniture, fixtures and equipment to a high standard. Minimize breakage by demonstrating care when handling hotel assets and equipment.
• Perform proper steps of service when seating guests. Responsible for ensuring high-quality table sets prior to seating tables.
• Ensure positive guest service and respond positively to complaints, taking all appropriate actions to turn dissatisfied guests into return guests.
• Respond to guests’ requests in an accurate and timely manner, creating a positive outcome that will result in a memorable experience.
• Maintain knowledge of hotel offerings and local surroundings, i.e. nearby entertainment, theaters, etc.
• Contribute to the restaurant sanitation operation and timing of service out of the kitchen and to the table. Ensures prompt delivery and quality control from point of departure to arrival.
• Responsible to attend daily stand-up meeting to gather relevant information prior to service.
• Contribute to the cleanliness and organization of all restaurant space, FOH & BOH.
• Executes all necessary instructions on Restaurant Event Orders.
• Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect and cooperation among co-workers. Treats co-workers fairly and equitably.
• Maintain a professional, neat and organized appearance according to Omni Parker House standards.
• Respond swiftly and effectively in any emergency or safety situations. Ensure a safe working and guest environment to reduce the risk of injury or accident.
• Attend all required department trainings and meetings.
• Perform any other duties required by leadership.

Qualifications

• Candidate must have hands‑on food and beverage knowledge and a comprehensive, working knowledge of the hospitality business.
• A minimum of relevant host experience in a fine dining restaurant is strongly preferred.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours as needed during busy times and high‑profile events, including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Highly developed customer service skills; possessing a friendly approachable demeanor and strong problem‑solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail.
• Proven ability to engage guests at all levels. Must be passionate about providing warm, engaging and personalized service.
• Candidate must be able to work in a fast‑paced environment and be able to handle multiple priorities.
• Must possess the ability to handle stressful and busy hotel operations. Ability to always maintain a positive and professional demeanor and composure.
• Must have the ability to report to work on time and when scheduled.
• Must have the ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time.
• Must meet standards of appearance and always maintain a high level of personal hygiene.
• Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills. Candidate must be comfortable speaking to guests. Ability to clearly and pleasantly communicate both verbally and in writing in English with guests, management, and co-workers.
• Computer literacy to include Payroll systems, Micros, POS systems

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Omni Hotels & Resorts does not discriminate on the basis of any protected category with respect to the payment of wages.