Lions Den Host

HEI Hotels & Resorts; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

The Stoneleigh, part of HEI Hotels & Resorts, is seeking a friendly host/hostess to welcome guests, seat tables, and present menus in a busy dining room.

You will maintain the dining room setup, update the logbook, assist with reservations and events, and collaborate with servers and managers to ensure smooth service.

This role emphasizes exceptional guest service, clear communication, and a proactive approach to problem solving in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Read, maintain, and use logbook to coordinate shifts.
• Remember and promote menu items.
• Seat guests around a crowded dining room.
• Handle guest complaints politely with proactive solutions.
• Build effective working relationships with staff and guests.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Meet and greet guests, offer seating, and present menu.
• Maintain daily logbook to coordinate shifts.
• Ensure proper dining room setup.
• Coordinate reservations and special functions.
• Maintain regular attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Guest requests understanding

Menu knowledge

Crowd navigation

Customer complaint handling

Relationship building

Communication skills

Job description

About Us

Located in the middle of the most prestigious part of Uptown Dallas, The Stoneleigh is a storied landmark with a rich and alluring legacy. The Stoneleigh has recently completed a $20.0M renovation, and has relaunched as part of Marriott's prestigious Autograph Collection. All 176 rooms and public areas have been renovated, including our restaurant, Lions Den, and our bar, Bar Leonessa. Lions Den is the new home of the next restaurant from awarding-winning chef, Chef Michael White. Chef Michael White has many culinary accolades including the James Beard award; 5 simultaneous Michelin stars; and multiple New York Times 3-star and 4-star reviews. Chef Michael White's concepts at The Stoneleigh include, the Lions Den, where each dish is composed with care, weaving together seasonal ingredients, global inspiration, and a distinctly Dallas spirit. Lions Den will be opening on May 1st, 2026.

Compensation

Tipped/Service Charge Eligible? NoDiscretionary Performance Bonus Eligible? No

Overview

The host or hostess is the critical first impression of the restaurant, and therefore is empowered to create memorable guest experiences.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Meet and greet guests as they arrive, offer choice of seating, then escort them to their table and present menu.
• Read, maintain, and make daily entries in the logbook to coordinate communication between shifts and management.
• Maintain proper set-up of dining room.
• Receive records and make any necessary arrangements for reservations and special functions in the restaurant.
• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• Ability to comprehend guest requests, memos, reservations, promotional materials, event orders and similar written materials.
• Ability to remember, recite and promote the variety of menu items.
• Ability to move throughout a crowded room to seat guests with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to effectively deal with customer complaints and concerns in a friendly and positive manner. This involves listening to the nature of the concern, demonstrating empathy with the customer, and providing positive and proactive solutions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, customers, and patrons.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.

Benefits

• HEI Hotels and Resorts is committed to providing a comprehensive benefit program that offers you choices for your physical, mental and financial wellness, creating value in your most important investment - you!
• For your physical and mental wellness we offer competitive Medical and Dental
• programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as
• Vision insurance programs
• through EyeMed.
• Our Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs are available for you to rejuvenate with time off.HEI also provides pet insurance through the ASPCA.
• For your financial wellness, HEI provides a wide array of coverage, including Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability plans.
• Our 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs provide additional incentives for choosing HEI as the employer of your future. Specific details and eligibility of these programs vary by location and employment status.

HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.