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Company Overview
Bristol Republic is a high-volume restaurant and bar bringing Nashville-inspired energy to the heart of Bridge Park in Dublin. Built as both a neighborhood hangout and a destination, Bristol delivers great BBQ, craft cocktails, and live entertainment...all backed by genuine Southern hospitality.
We’re all about creating memorable experiences. High energy, great music, strong teamwork, and taking care of every guest that walks through the door.
Summary
Bristol Republic, opening soon in Bridge Park, is hiring hosts and hostesses to join our opening team. This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in guest-facing environments, enjoy creating warm first impressions, and can stay organized and upbeat during high-volume service. Experience in busy restaurants. OpenTable, strong communication skills, and comfort managing guest flow are preferred.
Responsibilities
- Greet every guest quickly and warmly, setting the tone for an upbeat Bristol experience from the moment they walk in.
- Manage the waitlist, reservations, and seating using Toast or TripleSeat tools (training provided).
- Communicate quoted wait times accurately and consistently, updating guests as needed.
- Maintain the host stand, menus, and entry area to ensure a clean, organized, and welcoming environment.
- Coordinate smoothly with servers, bartenders, and management to maintain balanced sections and efficient seating flow.
- Guide guests through the venue, highlight features like live music areas or late-night bar vibes, and answer basic menu and experience questions.
- Assist with controlling the door during peak hours, monitoring capacity, ID checks (if assigned), and guest flow into the building.
- Support guest experience by helping with birthdays, special occasions, or large group arrivals.
- Help maintain the energetic, fun, and hospitality-driven atmosphere Bristol is known for.
Guest Experience
- Promote specials, cocktail highlights, or upcoming events as guests arrive.
- Build friendly rapport and make each guest feel welcomed and appreciated.
- Assist in resolving guest concerns by connecting them with management when necessary.
Requirements
- Previous hosting or front-of-house experience in a high-volume restaurant or bar environment is preferred.
- Strong communication skills and a genuinely warm, outgoing personality.
- Ability to multitask, stay composed, and manage guest flow during busy hours and late-night crowds.
- Works well in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting.
- Basic understanding of seating systems, reservations, and floor plans (training provided).
Join the Team
If you’re ready to welcome guests, set the tone for unforgettable experiences, and be part of one of the most exciting new openings in Bridge Park, we’d love to meet you. Apply today and join the team at Bristol Republic—where Bridge Park meets Nashville.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $25.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Application Question(s):
- This role includes participating in social media content and brand exposure. Please include any public-facing social media handles you use for professional or creative purposes. (No passwords or private account access required.)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $40