Host | Part-Time | Vanderbilt University Athletics

Spectra; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in the live event industry is seeking a Host to greet and seat guests while providing top-tier customer service in a busy restaurant environment. This part-time position pays an hourly rate of $16.00-$17.00 and includes benefits such as a 401(k) savings plan. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, the ability to work under pressure, and be available weekends and holidays.

Benefits

401(k) savings plan

401(k) matching

Qualifications

• Fast-paced environment experience preferred.
• Restaurant experience a plus.
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Greet and escort guests to seating.
• Engage with guests for satisfaction.
• Answer phone calls and take reservations.

Skills

Customer Service

Positive Attitude

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Oak View Group

Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.

Position Summary

The Host greets and escorts guests to proper seating tables. Must be able to maintain excellent attendance in accordance with the attendance policy.

This role will pay an hourly rate of $16.00-$17.00 and is tip eligible.

Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching.

This position will remain open until August 31, 2025.

Responsibilities

• Greeting guests as they enter, providing them with menus and answering any initial questions.
• Seating guests at tables or in waiting areas.
• Assigning guests to tables they prefer, while keeping table rotation in mind so that servers receive the right number of customers.
• Engaging with guests to ensure they're happy with food and service.
• Responding to complaints and helping to resolve them.
• Answering phone calls, taking reservations, and answering questions.
• A knowledge of the menu.
• Helping with other positions in the restaurant as needed.
• Providing great customer service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to provide top-notch customer service in a fast-paced environment.
• A positive attitude and ability to work well under pressure with all restaurant staff.
• Does high-quality work while unsupervised.
• Able to work in a standing position for long periods of time.
• Able to work in a busy restaurant environment.
• Restaurant experience a plus.
• Must be available to work weekends, holidays, and extended shifts as needed.

Our Commitment

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all backgrounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other protected class under law.