Hosthelp

OUTRIGGER Hospitality Group; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Holidays

401K

Recognition Programs

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted hotel rates

Growth opportunities

Job summary

OUTRIGGER Resorts & Hotels in Hawaii seeks a friendly host to greet and seat guests at the Kani Ka Pila Grille, ensuring a warm, aloha-like welcome. You’ll coordinate with staff to maintain smooth guest flow in a busy live-entertainment setting and help guests enjoy the authentic Hawaiian dining experience.

Ideal candidates demonstrate strong guest service, excellent communication, and a professional appearance. Flexible days, evenings, weekends, and holidays are required to thrive here.

Qualifications

• Strong guest service mindset required.
• Excellent communication skills required.
• Professional appearance and demeanor expected.

Responsibilities

• Greet, seat, and assist guests in the restaurant and bar.
• Coordinate with servers, bartenders, kitchen staff, and management for smooth guest flow.
• Engage guests about entertainment schedules and Hawaiian culture.
• Maintain a positive first and last impression in a high-volume live entertainment dining environment.

Skills

Guest service mindset

Communication skills

Teamwork

Tools

Reservations experience

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

Job Description

Work in a company where people truly believe in what they’re doing. At OUTRIGGER Resorts & Hotels, we look for people who embrace the cultures and communities where they live. Most importantly, we are a company that practices aloha. Every one of our 'ohana needs to feel aloha and genuinely extend aloha to all, be they guests or colleagues, strangers or friends.

Job Duties

Exemplifies the spirit of Hawaiian hospitality and “Aloha” while creating a warm and welcoming experience for all guests in accordance with Outrigger policies and procedures. Responsible for greeting, seating, and assisting guests in the restaurant and bar while maintaining a positive first and last impression of Kani Ka Pila Grille. Coordinates with servers, bartenders, kitchen staff, entertainers, and management to ensure smooth guest flow, accurate wait times, and attentive service in a fast-paced live entertainment dining environment.

Serves as an ambassador of the Kani Ka Pila experience by embracing and respecting Hawaiian culture, local traditions, and the significance of live Hawaiian music within the venue. Must be comfortable engaging with guests about entertainment schedules, local hospitality, and the unique atmosphere of the restaurant.

Must be able to work flexible days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Candidates should possess a strong guest service mindset, excellent communication skills, professional appearance, and the ability to work efficiently as part of a team in a high-volume restaurant setting. Experience with reservations, waitlist management, multitasking, and familiarity or appreciation for Hawaiian music and culture preferred.

Come Work Here!

• Base pay starts at $30.41
• Health Insurance (Dental, Medical, Prescription, Vision)
• Paid Holidays, Sick, Vacation and Medical Leave
• Retirement Plan (401K)
• Recognition and Award Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted Hotel Rates
• And many opportunities for growth through our training and development programs!

please note that benefits may vary depending on position or property