What are the responsibilities and job description for the Host position at Early Bird Night Owl?
JOB TITLE: Host
REPORTS TO: General Manager
MISSION STATEMENT: At Wisco Taco Foxtrot, our mission is simple: serve up inventive flavors, Wisconsin charm, and laid-back fun; one taco and cocktail at a time. We’re here to bring people together in a vibrant, welcoming space that feels like your favorite hangout. Whether you're staying for hours or just stopping in, WTF is your go-to spot for food, fun, and unforgettable moments.
OUR CORE VALUES
INSPIRE WONDER Innovate with Flavor | Surprise and Delight
FOSTER HOSPITALITY Inclusive Culture | Home Away from Home
PURSUE EXCELLENCE Exceptional Every Time | Details Matter | Quality First
DEMONSTRATE INTENTIONALITY Empathetic Engagement | Anticipatory Service | Ownership Mindset
CULTIVATE COMMUNITY Team Collaboration | Community Connection | Celebrate Often
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Host is the first point of contact for guests and plays a key role in creating a welcoming, organized, and positive dining experience. This position is responsible for greeting and guiding guests, managing waitlists and seating using an iPad, answering phones, and providing accurate information about restaurant operations and local events. The Host works collaboratively with the service team to support smooth floor operations, maintains a clean and orderly host stand, and complies with all NC food safety regulations while contributing to a professional, team-oriented environment.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Guest Experience
- Welcome guests in a warm and professional manner
- Knowledgably answer guest questions, especially in relation to hours of operation, restaurant and city-wide events, and seating availability
- Efficiently answer phones and assist guests and/or take messages
- Guide guests throughout the room
- Stay guest-focused and nurture an excellent guest experience
Communication and Teamwork
- Effectively utilize iPad to manage the wait list and seat guests
- Assist servers, bussers, and managers on the service floor
- Communicate scheduling conflicts, vacations, and shift changes to managers according to policies and procedures
- Communicate professionally to all other staff, guests, managers
- Work together with other staff in a “One Team, One Dream” mentality
Cleanliness, Health, and Safety Standards
- Ensure all work surfaces are kept in neat and tidy condition throughout service
- Comply with all NC Department of Food and Safety regulations
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum of 6 months of managing a wait list and hosting preferred
- Customer-oriented and upbeat personality
- Must be eligible to work in the United States
- Exceptional organizational and operational skills, and detail-oriented
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including tact and professionalism in dealing with staff, customers, and management
- Ability to work a flexible schedule to include AM/PM shifts, weekends, and holidays
EDUCATION:
High School Diploma / GED preferred
PHYSICAL ABLITIES:
- Ability to be on your feet and alert for extended periods of time
- Ability to lift up to 15 lbs. as needed
- Continuous use of hands and arms
- Continuous bending, reaching, and twisting
- Maintains strong personal image and uniform standards
Note:
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor.
COMPENSATION: part time available at $14/hr
Salary : $14