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Food Runner and Hostess

Main St. Pub-Westnedge
Portage, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/5/2026

Job Summary
Join our vibrant team as a Food Runner and Hostess, where you’ll be the welcoming face of our restaurant and the vital link in delivering exceptional dining experiences. In this energetic role, you’ll ensure guests are greeted with warmth, seated promptly, and served efficiently by coordinating between the front of house and kitchen. Your enthusiasm, communication skills, and hospitality expertise will help create memorable moments for every guest while maintaining smooth operations behind the scenes. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your customer service skills within a dynamic restaurant environment.

Duties

  • Greet guests warmly upon arrival, providing friendly and professional host/hostess service
  • Manage reservations and seating arrangements efficiently to optimize guest flow
  • Assist servers by delivering food orders swiftly from the kitchen to tables, ensuring accuracy and presentation standards are met
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the host stand and dining area to uphold a welcoming atmosphere
  • Use POS systems such as Toast POS to process orders, handle guest requests
  • Communicate effectively with kitchen staff and front-of-house team to coordinate timely service
  • Provide excellent guest relations by addressing questions, accommodating special requests, and ensuring overall satisfaction
  • Uphold phone etiquette when taking reservations or answering inquiries, demonstrating professionalism at all times

Qualifications

  • Strong customer service skills with a friendly, energetic demeanor
  • Proficiency with POS systems such as Toast POS is a plus with training
  • Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with guests and team members
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail
  • Knowledge of guest services, guest relations, and phone etiquette is beneficial

Join us in creating an inviting atmosphere where every guest feels valued! This role is perfect for motivated individuals passionate about hospitality, eager to grow their skills in a lively restaurant environment. We’re committed to supporting your success through comprehensive training and a positive work culture.

Work Location: In person

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