Host - The Smith Penn Quarter

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Host for a vibrant neighborhood brasserie. This entry-level position offers a chance to engage with guests and create memorable experiences in a bustling environment. The ideal candidate embodies a passion for hospitality, demonstrating excellent communication and a willingness to go above and beyond for guests. Join a supportive team that values diversity and inclusion while enjoying competitive pay and comprehensive benefits. If you thrive in a dynamic setting and love making people happy, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus opportunity

Comprehensive benefits plan

401K plan with company match

Employee Assistance Program

Gym Discounts

Commuter benefits

Bring a friend to work bonus

Generous paid time off

Positive work environment

Qualifications

• Exemplifies honesty and integrity with a passion for hospitality.
• Detail-oriented, team player with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and create a welcoming environment.
• Manage seating arrangements and ensure timely service.
• Observe dining experiences to exceed guest expectations.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Detail-oriented

Team player

Customer service orientation

Previous hosting experience

Job description

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Corner Table Restaurants provided pay range

This range is provided by Corner Table Restaurants. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$19.00/hr - $25.00/hr

About Corner Table

Corner Table Restaurants (CTR), the company behind The Smith, has a simple mission: make people happy. We are passionate about taking great care of our employees, our guests, and our community. We are obsessed with building a positive, empowering, and supportive culture. By working closely with local farmers and purveyors that we trust, CTR serves delicious food and drinks people crave to millions of guests each year.

About The Smith

The Smith is an extremely popular casual neighborhood brasserie – in fact, several of our locations are among the Top 100 busiest restaurants in the US! The menu features bistro classics, seasonal fare, and craft cocktails. Our signature lively atmosphere makes The Smith a versatile setting for an after-work bite, drinks on the town, a birthday bash, a working lunch, a bountiful brunch, or an I-don’t-want-to-cook-tonight night.

The Position: Host

• Greet all Smith guests by being attentive to them as soon as they walk through the door.
• Create a welcome environment for guests, and when appropriate refer to guests by their names.
• Say yes! Always try to find ways to accommodate a request.
• Guide guests to their tables with menus.
• Manage the floor plan; pay special attention to reservations and ensure they are seated in a timely manner.
• Clean, organize, and stock menus in the host area.
• Answer phone and answer questions concerning the menu and the restaurant.
• Observe the entire dining experience ensuring that every moment exceeds expectations.

What Makes You Great: (QUALIFICATIONS FOR ROLE)

• You exemplify the highest standards of honesty and integrity.
• You are highly confident in your abilities and are detail-oriented.
• You are a team player and have excellent communication skills.
• You genuinely get joy out of making people happy and are able to have fun while working.
• You have a love and passion for the hospitality industry.
• Learning about food and beverage excites you.
• You are willing to go above and beyond to please guests.
• You have previous hosting experience.

What Makes Us Great: (OUR BENEFITS)

• Competitive salary
• Bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive benefits plan, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401K plan with company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Gym Discounts
• Commuter benefits
• Bring a friend to work bonus
• Generous paid time off
• A great environment to work in surrounded by talented, hardworking, passionate, and fun people.

The pay range for this position is an hourly range of $19 - $25 per hour. The determination of what a specific employee in this job classification is paid within the range depends on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, prior employment history/job-related knowledge, qualifications, and skills.

Statement of Diversity

At Corner Table Restaurants, each person brings their own perspectives and experiences. We strive to create an environment that is consciously inclusive, psychologically, and physically safe and ensures everyone can be heard and valued. Diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace are essential to living our Core Values.

Corner Table Restaurants is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Industries

Restaurants