Restaurant Host: Fast-Paced Guest Seating & Training

Nordstrom, Inc.; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and

Life Insurance and Disability

Merchandise Discount

Job summary

Nordstrom, Inc. is seeking a friendly host/hostess in Columbia, MD to greet and seat guests, share menu knowledge, and support team training and operations. The role emphasizes high-quality customer service and adaptability in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities include assisting with front-of-house tasks, answering phones, processing transactions, stocking, and maintaining cleanliness. Availability to vary weekly hours is expected.

Qualifications

• Clear and professional communication with customers and coworkers.
• Thrived in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.
• A food handler’s card where required by local and state regulations.
• 1+ year experience in food service/hospitality (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Greet and seat customers quickly and in a professional manner.
• Share your knowledge and enthusiasm about the restaurant's menu and products with customers.
• Assist with new employee training by positively reinforcing successful performance and offer assistance as needed.
• Support other areas of the restaurant as requested, such as answering telephones, completing financial transactions, stock work, cleanup and documentation.
• The hours and schedule for this position will vary by week depending on business needs.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Fast-paced environment

Flexible schedule

Education

Food handler's card

Job description

Nordstrom, Inc. is seeking a friendly host/hostess in Columbia, MD to greet and seat guests, share menu knowledge, and support team training and operations. The role emphasizes high-quality customer service and adaptability in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities include assisting with front-of-house tasks, answering phones, processing transactions, stocking, and maintaining cleanliness. Availability to vary weekly hours is expected.