Nightlife Door Host & Guest Experience Specialist

Blackies By The Sea; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Job summary

A lively restaurant in Newport Beach seeks a professional Door Host/Greeter. The role emphasizes greeting guests with warmth, ensuring a safe and organized entrance, and managing crowd flow. Ideal candidates have strong interpersonal skills and prior experience in high-pressure environments. We offer opportunities for skill development in hospitality and event management, fostering a culture of collaboration and respect.

Qualifications

• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.; applicants must be 21 or older.
• Must have or be able to obtain ABC Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) certification.
• Previous experience in nightlife, doorman, or high-volume hospitality/security roles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly while ensuring safety and order at the door.
• Verify IDs and enforce responsible alcohol service; refuse entry to underage or overly intoxicated guests.
• Monitor guest behavior and respond to conflicts professionally and discreetly.
• Communicate guest or safety concerns promptly to management.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Situational awareness

Calm under pressure

Attention to detail

Job description

A lively restaurant in Newport Beach seeks a professional Door Host/Greeter. The role emphasizes greeting guests with warmth, ensuring a safe and organized entrance, and managing crowd flow. Ideal candidates have strong interpersonal skills and prior experience in high-pressure environments. We offer opportunities for skill development in hospitality and event management, fostering a culture of collaboration and respect.