Restaurant Host / Greeter (Perseid) - PT

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Discounted room rates

Free parking

Headspace access

Retail discounts

Job summary

Hyatt Hotels Corporation, operating Perseid Restaurant inside Hotel Saint Augustine in Houston, seeks a Part-Time Restaurant Host / Greeter. You will greet guests, manage reservations and seating, and support front-of-house operations to ensure a warm, welcoming dining experience.

The role emphasizes strong communication, organization, and hospitality in a fast-paced environment, with mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays flexibility. Benefits include dining discounts and employee perks.

Qualifications

• Previous host, greeter, or front of house experience preferred.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to remain organized during busy service periods.
• Comfortable standing for extended periods of time.
• Attentive and welcoming demeanor with guests.
• Morning AM availability with flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly and professionally on arrival.
• Manage reservations, walk-ins, waitlists, and table assignments.
• Communicate seating needs to service and management teams.
• Maintain an organized, inviting host stand and entry area.
• Monitor dining room flow to ensure efficient seating and guest experience.
• Assist with guest inquiries and escalate concerns to management as needed.

Skills

Guest service

Communication

Organization

Stamina

Flexibility

Hospitality

Job description

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Bunkhouse Hotel Saint Augustine, Bunkhouse Hotels US - TX - Houston

Bars/Restaurants/Outlets

Hourly/Entry Level Employee

Part-time

Hourly US Dollar (USD) pay basis

Summary

The Opportunity:

Perseid Restaurant seeks an enthusiastic Part-Time Restaurant Host / Greeter to join the team! This role will be collaborating closely with the broader Food & Beverage operations team. You will be part of a team that is passionate about celebrating creativity and delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Who We Are:

Located inside Hotel Saint Augustine, Perseid is a neighborhood bistro offering a Gulf Coast-inspired take on the classic bistro experience. Serving thoughtfully crafted dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, it’s a versatile destination for both casual meals and special occasions. Led by chef Aaron Bludorn and Director of Operations Cherif Mbodji, in collaboration with the Bunkhouse and Hyatt teams, Perseid brings an elevated yet approachable dining experience to the heart of Montrose. Perseid was named one of Bon Appétit’s 20 best new restaurants of 2025 and was recently honored as a Michelin-recommended restaurant.

We’re Proud to Offer Exceptional Benefits, which Include:

• 401K with company match


• Complimentary & Discounted nights and Friends & Family Room Rates


• Free parking


• Work-life benefits including wellbeing initiatives such as a complimentary Headspace


• Discounts at various retailers -Apple, AT&T, Verizon, Headspace and many more!

The Role:

The Restaurant Host / Greeter is responsible for creating a warm, welcoming, and professional first impression for all guests. As the initial point of contact, this role sets the tone for the dining experience by greeting guests, managing reservations and waitlists, and supporting smooth front of house operations. The Host / Greeter works closely with the service and management teams to ensure guest flow, seating, and communication are handled efficiently and with care.

This role requires strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to remain calm and organized in a fast-paced environment while upholding hospitality and service standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Greet guests warmly and professionally upon arrival


• Manage reservations, walk ins, waitlists, and table assignments


• Communicate seating needs and guest preferences to service and management teams


• Maintain an organized and inviting host stand and entry area


• Monitor dining room flow to ensure efficient seating and positive guest experience


• Answer guest questions and provide accurate information about the menu and restaurantAssist with guest concerns and elevate issues to management as needed


• Support overall front of house operations and assist team members when appropriate


• Based upon fluctuating demands of the operation and to exceed customer expectations, it may be necessary to perform a multitude of different functions not specifically related to this position. This person may be expected to perform other tasks and duties as needed or as directed.Furthermore, employee responsibilities andjobdescriptions are subject to review and revision.

Qualifications

Experience and Qualifications:

• Previous host, greeter, or front of house experience preferred


• Strong communication and customer service skills


• Ability to remain organized and professional during busy service periods


• Comfortable standing for extended periods of time


• Full morning availability for an AM schedule, with preferred flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed


• Interest in hospitality and guest experience

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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