What are the responsibilities and job description for the Host- The Weathervane position at Hotel Investment Services, Inc.?
Host
Department: Food & Beverage
Reports to: General Manager
Job Type: Seasonal, Hourly, Full Time & Part Time
Job Summary
The Weathervane is hiring for the 2026 Summer Season.
First impressions count! As first point of contact here at the iconic Weathervane, our hosts set the stage for a great guest experience. If you are a kind, energetic person who works well in a team setting, this job is for you!
Duties & Responsibilities
Department: Food & Beverage
Reports to: General Manager
Job Type: Seasonal, Hourly, Full Time & Part Time
Job Summary
The Weathervane is hiring for the 2026 Summer Season.
First impressions count! As first point of contact here at the iconic Weathervane, our hosts set the stage for a great guest experience. If you are a kind, energetic person who works well in a team setting, this job is for you!
Duties & Responsibilities
- Demonstrate genuine hospitality for an exceptional dining experience by making every guest feel welcome
- Engage guests in conversation as you seat them
- Provide menus, water service and introduce the server to their guests
- Manage wait lists during volume to set guest expectations
- Speak courteously when answering the telephone
- Communicate effectively with servers, bar, kitchen and management on level of business
- Ensure all guests are sincerely thanked as they leave
- Bus and prep tables for service, clearing dishes and glassware and resetting as needed
- Answer phone calls and make reservations
- Maintain clean and organized entryway, dining room and public areas
- Communicate effectively with servers, bar, kitchen and management on level of business
- Must be at least 16 years of age
- Must be able to work weekends and holidays
- Must be able to stand for at least 5 hours at a time
- Basic computer skills required
- Excellent customer service and phone skills
- Part Time Benefits: Earned Sick Time (based on eligibility) - 401k with match – Dining and Lodging Discounts