What are the responsibilities and job description for the Host - Deans Steak & Seafood position at White Lodging?
Description
Position Information
Location: Kimpton Santo
Summary: Own the guest experience from the moment they walk in, this PM Host role is all about setting the tone for an unforgettable night. You’ll manage the flow of the restaurant, create genuine first impressions, and be at the center of the evening energy. Perfect for someone who loves people, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and wants to grow in hospitality.
Who We Are
White Lodging develops and operates a portfolio of award-winning, premium-brand hotels, rooftop bars, and restaurants in some of the country’s best cities to live. We know that the hospitality business, like life, is about how you make people feel. As a Host, you will welcome guests with warmth and professionalism while ensuring they enjoy a seamless dining experience from arrival to departure.
Responsibilities:
What You’ll Do
What You Can Look Forward To
Position Information
Location: Kimpton Santo
Summary: Own the guest experience from the moment they walk in, this PM Host role is all about setting the tone for an unforgettable night. You’ll manage the flow of the restaurant, create genuine first impressions, and be at the center of the evening energy. Perfect for someone who loves people, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and wants to grow in hospitality.
Who We Are
White Lodging develops and operates a portfolio of award-winning, premium-brand hotels, rooftop bars, and restaurants in some of the country’s best cities to live. We know that the hospitality business, like life, is about how you make people feel. As a Host, you will welcome guests with warmth and professionalism while ensuring they enjoy a seamless dining experience from arrival to departure.
Responsibilities:
What You’ll Do
- Greet guests in a warm and professional manner and ensure guest satisfaction with their dining experience.
- Effectively assign servers to sections, manage reservations, and assign guests to tables.
- Maintain the restaurant entryway and complete all necessary side work and cleaning tasks.
- Promote teamwork and contribute to creating a friendly and safe work environment.
- Be an ambassador of our establishment by maintaining a neat and professional personal appearance.
- Be knowledgeable of all menu items, contents, preparation methods, and garnishes; accurately answer any guest questions.
- Process all payment methods.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- An outgoing and sociable personality.
- Excellent communication and listening skills.
- A passion for service with a positive, can-do attitude.
- Ability to handle high volume and work under pressure.
- Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
- Availability to work weekends, nights, and holidays as necessary.
What You Can Look Forward To
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (starting Day 1)
- Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- DailyPay option
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401(k) with company match
- Vacation/Paid Time Off (PTO) with rollover
- Complimentary wellness tools
- Unlimited referral bonuses
- Leadership development and tuition reimbursement
- Discounts on hotel rooms, dining, and other travel/entertainment experiences
- Multiple hotels in each market = more opportunities for growth