Restaurant Host

Coma Coffee Roasters; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 19,286 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Dining discounts

Career growth opportunities

Team-first culture

Job summary

The Clydesdale in Ballpark Village, downtown St. Louis, is seeking friendly, organized Hosts to be the first impression guests remember. You will greet guests warmly, manage reservations, and help keep a fast-paced dining room running smoothly.

Created by James Beard Award-winning Chef Kevin Nashan, we offer elevated American tavern fare, handcrafted cocktails, and genuine hospitality. If you love hospitality and teamwork, we’d love to meet you.

Qualifications

• Previous hospitality or customer service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly and provide hospitality.
• Manage reservations and seating using the reservation system.
• Maintain an accurate waitlist and communicate wait times.
• Escort guests to tables and provide menus.
• Coordinate table rotations with servers for efficient service.
• Answer calls and assist with reservations.
• Communicate with managers, servers, bartenders, and kitchen staff.
• Keep entrance, lobby, and host stand clean and welcoming.
• Assist with guest requests and resolve concerns professionally.
• Thank guests and invite them to return.
• Support team during busy service.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Friendly demeanor

Organizational skills

Calm under pressure

Multitasking

Reliability

Evenings/weekends

Tools

OpenTable

Resy

Toast Tables

Job description

Restaurant Host | Upscale Dining

The Clydesdale | Ballpark Village | St. Louis, MO

Be the First Impression Guests Never Forget

At The Clydesdale, hospitality begins the moment a guest walks through our doors.

Located in Ballpark Village and created by James Beard Award-winning Chef Kevin Nashan, The Clydesdale is redefining the American tavern experience through exceptional food, handcrafted cocktails, and genuine hospitality.

We're looking for friendly, organized, and professional Hosts who enjoy making people feel welcome while keeping a busy restaurant running smoothly. As the first and last person our guests interact with, you'll set the tone for every dining experience.

If you love working with people, stay calm under pressure, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

• Greet every guest with warmth, professionalism, and genuine hospitality.
• Manage reservations and walk-in seating using our reservation system.
• Maintain an accurate waitlist while communicating realistic wait times.
• Escort guests to their tables and provide menus.
• Coordinate table rotations with servers to ensure efficient service.
• Answer incoming phone calls and assist guests with reservations and questions.
• Communicate effectively with managers, servers, bartenders, and kitchen staff.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming entrance, lobby, and host stand.
• Assist with guest requests and resolve concerns professionally.
• Thank every guest as they leave and invite them to return.
• Support the team wherever needed during busy service.

What We're Looking For

• Previous restaurant, hospitality, retail, or customer service experience preferred.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Friendly, outgoing, and professional demeanor.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to stay calm and positive during high-volume service.
• Ability to multitask while maintaining excellent guest service.
• Reliable attendance and dependable transportation.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and Cardinals game days.

Preferred Qualifications

• Restaurant host experience
• Experience using OpenTable, Resy, Toast Tables, or similar reservation software
• High-volume restaurant experience
• Hospitality or guest service background

Physical Requirements

• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Frequently move throughout the restaurant.
• Lift and carry up to 25 pounds when needed.
• Maintain a polished and professional appearance throughout each shift.

Why Join The Clydesdale?

• Competitive hourly pay
• Work with an award-winning culinary and hospitality team
• Beautiful new restaurant in Ballpark Village
• Career growth opportunities
• Employee dining discounts
• Positive, team-first culture
• Fast-paced, energetic work environment
• Opportunity to help create memorable guest experiences every day

About The Clydesdale

The Clydesdale is a chef-driven American tavern located in Ballpark Village in downtown St. Louis. Created by James Beard Award-winning Chef Kevin Nashan, we combine elevated American cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, and genuine hospitality to create one of the city's premier dining destinations.

We're looking for team members who take pride in creating welcoming, memorable experiences for every guest.