Host - Lowland

Socket.dev; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee dining perks

Health, Vision, Dental benefits

Sick time & Vacation

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Method Co. is a boutique hospitality company operating hotels, restaurants, and apartment-style accommodations across the country, offering design-driven experiences and thoughtful service.

The host position welcomes guests, manages reservations, and supports pacing for a smooth service flow, with opportunities for growth within a dynamic hospitality group and employee dining perks. Working conditions may include standing for extended periods; sick time, vacation, and comprehensive health

Qualifications

• 1+ year in host/front-of-house, upscale or high-volume setting.
• Strong communication and polished, professional presence.
• Ability to multitask and stay calm in fast-paced environments.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly and manage seating with professionalism.
• Manage reservations, waitlists, and seating assignments.
• Maintain an organized host stand and visual standards.
• Communicate with service team to support guest experience.
• Escort guests and present menus, highlighting offerings.
• Answer inquiries and provide accurate information about the restaurant.
• Anticipate guest needs and resolve issues gracefully.
• Uphold safety, sanitation, and service standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Professional presence

Multitasking

Guest-focused hospitality

Reservations platforms

Flexible schedule

Tools

Resy

OpenTable

Job description

Method Co. is a boutique hospitality company that develops, designs, and operates a portfolio of hotels, restaurants, and apartment-style accommodations across the country. With a focus on culturally relevant and design-driven experiences, Method Co. creates spaces that blend thoughtful service, elevated design, and a deep sense of place.

Lowland is a thoughtfully designed boutique retreat that celebrates the quiet beauty and natural character of the South Carolina Lowcountry. Blending warm hospitality with refined, residential‑style comfort, the property offers serene guest rooms, inviting shared spaces, and a relaxed sense of place rooted in local culture. Guests can unwind, explore nearby coastal landscapes, and enjoy a stay that feels both elevated and effortlessly easy.

Website: https://www.thepinch.com/lowland

Key Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome guests with warmth, professionalism, and genuine hospitality
• Manage reservations, waitlists, and seating assignments to ensure smooth service flow
• Maintain an organized host stand and uphold the visual standards of the entry area
• Communicate effectively with the service team to support pacing and guest experience
• Escort guests to tables and provide menus, highlighting any notable features or offerings
• Answer phone calls, assist with inquiries, and provide accurate information about the restaurant
• Anticipate guest needs and resolve issues with grace and efficiency
• Uphold all safety, sanitation, and service standards

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in a host, guest services, or front‑of‑house role (upscale or high‑volume preferred)
• Strong communication skills and a polished, professional presence
• Ability to multitask and stay composed in a fast‑paced environment
• Warm, guest‑focused demeanor with a genuine passion for hospitality
• Familiarity with reservation platforms (Resy, OpenTable, or similar) is a plus
• Flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay
• Opportunities for growth within a dynamic hospitality group
• A collaborative, design‑driven work environment
• Employee dining perks across Method Co. Properties
• Sick time & Vacation
• Health, Vision, Dental benefits

Working Conditions/Environment:

• The person having this position may have to stand and/or walk, push, kneel, bend, balance, squat, reach and stretch for eight (8) hours per day.
• Agility in executing fast‑paced movements to navigate different areas of the property efficiently.
• The person having this responsibility may have to move, pull, carry, or lift objects weighing at least 50 pounds.
• The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee typically encounters while performing the essential functions of the position.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Method Co., along with its affiliates, is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive workplace free from unlawful discrimination based on race, color, ancestry, nationality, religion, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law. We believe in diversity and encourage any qualified individual to apply.