What are the responsibilities and job description for the Host/Hostess - The Cape position at KIAWAH RESORT ASSOCIATES, L.P.?
Located on the Island’s west end, just a short drive from the main gate, sits the highly-anticipated Cape Club featuring an oceanfront infinity pool with chaise lounges and cabanas, an expansive sundeck overlooking the Atlantic, beach service, and a Latin-inspired restaurant led by Kiawah Island Club Chef Nico Quintero and James Beard Award winner and Club Culinary Advisor Chef Mike Lata. The restaurant will also offer food and beverage service poolside and by the beach, providing Members with the opportunity for al fresco daytime dining throughout the year. The menu reflects an elevated take on traditional Central and South American flavors and preparation with an emphasis on fresh, local seafood and great cocktails and mixed drinks.
A Host or Hostess at The Cape Club warmly welcomes members and guests and coordinates seating to ensure an exceptional dining experience. This role supports the service team by maintaining an organized host stand, communicating wait times, and upholding the Club’s standards of hospitality, professionalism, and discretion in a luxury, member-focused environment.
This is a full time position with typical hours from 10am-7PM including holidays and weekends.
Qualifications:
- People/customer service-oriented attitude
- Team/group work oriented
- At least 1 year experience working in a casual, high-volume atmosphere preferred
- Ability to work in hot/humid conditions
- Must have reliable transportation
- Ability to stand for long periods of time
The position is eligible for full employee benefits and rich perks including:
- Free gym membership
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Health insurance rebates
- Employer provided short and long term disability insurance
- A complimentary Costco membership
- Free staff meals, provided twice daily
- 401(k) with match available
- Paid vacation and sick hours
- Free parking
In person applications are welcome between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday at 253 Gardeners Circle Suite 210, Kiawah Island, SC 29455.
Candidates must be able to lift 50 lbs and be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
*Benefits are available to full-time employees after a waiting period and include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term and Long Term Disability, 401(k), Life Insurance, Accident Insurance, Telehealth, Health/ Dependent care spending account, wellness program and generous paid time off including 12 vacation days, 6 sick days and 9 paid holidays per year. KP is an Equal Opportunity Employer that uses EVerify. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, KP and its affiliates do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.