What are the responsibilities and job description for the Restaurant Host (10 per hr) position at Savory Selections?
About Us:
At Savage Pizza, connection is at the core of what we do. Our team, our guests, and our community matter deeply to us. We work together, support one another, and create a space where everyone feels welcome.
As a Host, you are the first impression of the Savage Pizza experience. You’ll set the tone for each guest’s visit with a warm welcome, organized seating flow, and genuine hospitality. You’ll work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment where every interaction creates an opportunity to connect.
Hosts are responsible for managing the flow of the restaurant while delivering exceptional guest service from the moment guests walk through our doors. We offer competitive pay!
What We Expect of You:
Great people make an amazing workplace! If you have the following qualities, you will thrive here:
- Enjoy meeting new people and making others feel welcome
- Thrive in a team setting and like collaborating
- Care about delivering quality and consistency
- Are open to learning and trying new things
- Stay calm and focused during busy shifts
- Are organized and detail-oriented
- Communicate clearly and respectfully
- Maintain a positive and professional attitude
Responsibilities:
- Greet guests warmly and provide a friendly, welcoming first impression
- Manage reservations, waitlists, and table assignments efficiently
- Maintain an organized seating chart to support smooth service flow
- Communicate effectively with servers, bartenders, and management
- Escort guests to tables and provide menus
- Answer phones, take reservations, and assist with guest inquiries
- Monitor dining room activity to anticipate guest and team needs
- Assist in maintaining cleanliness and organization of the host stand and entry area
- Support the service team as needed to ensure an excellent guest experience
- Thank guests as they leave and invite them to return
- Stay guest and culture focused, nurturing an excellent guest experience
Skills:
- Previous restaurant or customer service experience preferred
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
- Comfortable using reservation systems and basic computer functions
- Positive attitude and team-first mindset
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills