Seasonal Front-of-House Host

Eleven HR; Crested Butte (CO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Public House in Crested Butte, CO seeks a friendly Host to greet guests, manage reservations, and guide guests to tables. The role supports FOH and BOH teams, with a focus on hospitality and smooth guest flow. Availability for weekends and holidays is required; positions start at $15.16/hour plus tip pool during December–March and May–October seasons.

This part-time, seasonal role emphasizes customer service, multitasking, and effective communication in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm, organized, and professional during busy service periods.
• Strong multitasking and time management abilities.
• Ability to make sound decisions while balancing guest satisfaction and restaurant operations.
• Comfortable using reservation systems, POS systems, and telephone communications.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Welcome every guest promptly with genuine hospitality and a positive attitude.
• Manage reservations, wait lists, and walk-in guests while providing accurate wait time estimates.
• Coordinate seating to maximize dining room efficiency while maintaining balanced server sections.
• Monitor table availability and communicate continuously with service staff to optimize guest flow.
• Escort guests to their tables, present menus, and introduce their server when appropriate.
• Maintain a clean, organized host stand and waiting area.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Multitasking

Time management

Reservation systems

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Reservation software

Restaurant POS systems

Telephone systems

Job description

Public House in Crested Butte, CO seeks a friendly Host to greet guests, manage reservations, and guide guests to tables. The role supports FOH and BOH teams, with a focus on hospitality and smooth guest flow. Availability for weekends and holidays is required; positions start at $15.16/hour plus tip pool during December–March and May–October seasons.

This part-time, seasonal role emphasizes customer service, multitasking, and effective communication in a fast-paced setting.