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Elicit Brewing Company
Manchester, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 5/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/6/2026

Description

Join the Elicit Brewing Company family! Our restaurants are recognized for great food and service and as great places to work. We hire and care deeply for people with creativity, passion and the drive to be the best. And we reward our teams with top notch benefits, career-long training and development and opportunities for growth.


We’re looking for an enthusiastic, outgoing, and people-oriented individual to be the face of our brewery. As our Host, you’ll be the first person guests interact with, setting the tone for their entire experience. You’ll welcome guests warmly, explain our unique concept and how we operate, and direct them to the right place (bars, merchandise, food, events, etc.). This role is all about energy, positivity, and making people feel at home. 


Essential Functions

 

Responsibilities:

  • Greet every guest with a smile and a welcoming attitude.
  • Explain our brewery’s concept and guide guests through how service works.
  • Direct guests to seating, bars, private events, or activities as needed.
  • Provide basic information about our beers, cocktails, food, and upcoming events.
  • Keep entry and greeting areas organized, clean, and inviting.
  • Support special events and promotional activities as the “face” of the brewery.
  • Work closely with the management and service team to ensure smooth guest flow.

Qualifications:

  • Cheerful, bubbly, and outgoing personality — not afraid to strike up conversations.
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills.
  • Ability to stay upbeat and professional in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
  • Strong teamwork skills and willingness to jump in where needed 
  • Prior hospitality or customer service experience is a plus, but not required

Perks:

  • Fun, energetic, and social work environment.
  • Opportunities to learn more about craft beer, cocktails, and hospitality.
  • Staff perks including discounts on food, beverages, and merchandise.
  • Be part of a growing company that values creativity, community, and great vibes.
  • Opportunities for advancement


Requirements


  • Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and a collaborative attitude
  • Must possess exceptional work ethic, strong attention to detail, strong multi-tasking & organizational skills, and a collaborative attitude
  • Receptive to constructive criticism and performance feedback
  • Ability to demonstrate quick thinking and adaptability in a constantly changing environment
  • Food and beer knowledge preferred


Physical Demands

The physical demands for this position are seeing, hearing, speaking, reaching, frequently lifting up to 25 pounds, occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds, sitting, standing, for 4 to 8 hours, bending, and moving intermittently during working hours. These physical requirements may be accomplished with or without reasonable accommodations.

The duties of this position may change from time to time. Eli’s reserves the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of Elicit or its managers. This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive.




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