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Host/Hostess

Ports of Call Bistro
Southport, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 7/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/14/2026

Friendly, Smiling Host/ess Wanted in Upscale, Fine Dining Restaurant

Exclusive team looking for a new addition. Ports of Call is a unique, upscale restaurant with lots of character. We are looking to add a team member with exceptional energy, attention to detail, hospitality, communication and decision making skills.

We are searching for an experienced host who is able to

  • Greet guests warmly
  • Follow rotational seating in a 17 table restaurant with a full bar
  • Answer phone calls, voicemails, and record reservations accurately
  • Utilize Seating Pad for making reservation, managing online reservations, make changes in seating, and other tasks
  • Have a basic understanding of menus and specials
  • Exhibit strong teamwork skills
  • Quickly and effectively solve problems
  • Interact with guests in a positive and inviting way
  • Effectively communicate with team/guests
  • Perform side work tasks
  • Help to open and close restaurant
  • Help ensure safety and security of facilities, guests and co-workers
  • Arrive to work with punctuality, dressed professionally, and with a positive attitude
  • Must be available evenings/weekends/holidays
  • Set schedule available, flexibility preferred
  • Two years experience preferred but not required
  • Uniform- No required uniform. Dress is business casual, express your individuality in a professional way.
  • Pay- Pay is competitive, based on experience. $13-$16 per hour.
  • Helps with Bussing
  • Hours- Dinner Shifts are 4 pm-closing. Generally about 5 hours each. Flexible scheduling. Lunch and Brunch Shifts may also be available
  • Pay- Pay is bi-weekly.

Ports of Call Bistro offers:

  • A friendly, team-oriented staff
  • one on one, extensive training
  • Flexible scheduling/ work-life balance
  • Limited side work
  • Employee discounts
  • Opportunity for growth
  • Culture- Ports of Call has a strong focus on diversity and appreciation
  • We are also one of the earlier closing restaurants in the area, meaning few late late nights!

If you meet these guidelines and appreciate what we offer, please submit your resume. Feel free to stop by and ask for the Manager on Duty, and/or Olivia for interviews. Please come with resume in hand.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $14.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Employee discount

Experience:

  • hosting: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $13 - $16

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