Part-Time Host

Hei Hotels Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with matching

Hotel room discount

Job summary

HEI Hotels and Resorts' Kimpton Sylvan Hotel in Atlanta is seeking a friendly part-time host/hostess to greet guests, manage seating, and guide guests to tables. You will coordinate with servers, read reservations, and maintain a welcoming dining room.

The role emphasizes excellent communication, teamwork, and the ability to balance guest needs during busy shifts. We offer competitive benefits and a collaborative team in a historic, boutique setting.

Qualifications

• Read, maintain, and log daily entries for shift communication.
• Manage dining room setup and guest seating.
• Coordinate reservations and special events for the restaurant.
• Demonstrate clear verbal and written communication with guests and staff.

Responsibilities

• Meet and greet guests as they arrive, offer seating, escort to table and present menu.
• Read, maintain, and log daily entries to coordinate communication between shifts.
• Maintain proper setup of dining room and arrive on time for shifts.
• Receive reservations and arrange seating for special functions and groups.
• Attend regularly and perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Guest greeting

Seat guests

Reservation coordination

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

## Part-Time HostApplyremote type: On-Sitelocations: Kimpton Sylvan Hotel - Atlanta, GAtime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR117874**About Us**Here in the Empire City of the South, Kimpton Sylvan Hotel stands poised between skyscrapers and tree-canopied estates. Originally constructed in 1952, Kimpton Sylvan is newly reimagined as a boutique hotel perfect for business and leisure travelers alike. Its design pays homage to the building’s mid-century roots while looking forward with bold, contemporary art and accents. Of course, design is only the beginning. We’ve brought a taste of the Buckhead experience right inside our walls. Join us at our restaurant, an old-school supper club serving modern takes on continental American classics. Step up to an elevated bar for a signature Old Fashioned. Wander out to our whimsical garden bar for a glass of wine under thick foliage of mature trees. In fact, the arboreal abundance in our back yard inspired the name "Sylvan"—derived from the Latin word "silva," meaning forest. Upstairs, our rooftop bar is a starlit wind-down before retiring to your guestroom. We can’t wait to welcome you to timeless hospitality, Kimpton Sylvan style.Don't meet every single requirement of this job? At HEI we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still send in your information. You may be the perfect candidate for this or for other roles within our organization! We value U.S. military experience and invite all qualified military candidates to apply.**Compensation**### Tipped/Service Charge Eligible? No### Discretionary 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.