What are the responsibilities and job description for the Host | AVA Winter Park position at RIVIERA DINING GROUP?
Position Overview
We are seeking a polished and guest-focused host to support exceptional dining experiences in a fast-paced luxury environment. This role requires strong communication skills, organization, poise, and a genuine passion for hospitality. Hosts play a vital role in shaping the guest’s first and last impression by warmly welcoming guests, managing reservations and waitlists, and coordinating seating to support smooth service flow and an elevated arrival experience.
WHO ARE WE?
Riviera Dining Group is redefining hospitality through elevated dining, vibrant nightlife, and immersive design. From the success of MILA in Miami Beach to the expansion of AVA, CASA NEOS, and CLAUDIE, RDG is building a collection of destinations that offer more than a meal — they create unforgettable experiences.
YOUR ROLE
Oversee daily host stand operations, ensuring professional greetings, accurate wait times, and seamless guest flow
Manage reservations, walk-ins, and waitlists while maintaining an organized and efficient seating system
Communicate effectively with servers, captains, and management regarding table status, guest needs, and special requests
Provide warm welcomes and sincere farewells to ensure a memorable guest experience from arrival to departure
Maintain cleanliness and organization of the host stand, lobby, and entrance areas
Assist with opening, closing, and side work duties as assigned by management
Participate in team meetings, trainings, and continuous improvement initiatives
Follow all company policies, service standards, sanitation guidelines, and proper equipment usage
Demonstrate strong attention to detail, communication skills, and ability to multitask under pressure
Maintain reliable attendance, punctuality, and a performance-driven mindset
Ability to stand for extended periods and frequently lift up to 50 lbs
This is not an exhausted list of job responsibilities.
Requirements
1 -2 years of experience in a full-service or fine dining restaurant environment preferred
Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
We are seeking a polished and guest-focused host to support exceptional dining experiences in a fast-paced luxury environment. This role requires strong communication skills, organization, poise, and a genuine passion for hospitality. Hosts play a vital role in shaping the guest’s first and last impression by warmly welcoming guests, managing reservations and waitlists, and coordinating seating to support smooth service flow and an elevated arrival experience.
WHO ARE WE?
Riviera Dining Group is redefining hospitality through elevated dining, vibrant nightlife, and immersive design. From the success of MILA in Miami Beach to the expansion of AVA, CASA NEOS, and CLAUDIE, RDG is building a collection of destinations that offer more than a meal — they create unforgettable experiences.
YOUR ROLE
Oversee daily host stand operations, ensuring professional greetings, accurate wait times, and seamless guest flow
Manage reservations, walk-ins, and waitlists while maintaining an organized and efficient seating system
Communicate effectively with servers, captains, and management regarding table status, guest needs, and special requests
Provide warm welcomes and sincere farewells to ensure a memorable guest experience from arrival to departure
Maintain cleanliness and organization of the host stand, lobby, and entrance areas
Assist with opening, closing, and side work duties as assigned by management
Participate in team meetings, trainings, and continuous improvement initiatives
Follow all company policies, service standards, sanitation guidelines, and proper equipment usage
Demonstrate strong attention to detail, communication skills, and ability to multitask under pressure
Maintain reliable attendance, punctuality, and a performance-driven mindset
Ability to stand for extended periods and frequently lift up to 50 lbs
This is not an exhausted list of job responsibilities.
Requirements
1 -2 years of experience in a full-service or fine dining restaurant environment preferred
Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays