HOST/RESERVATIONIST NEEDED // NASHVILLE, TN

HOST X RESERVATIONIST

Required Years of Experience: 1 year

The Host at our client's restaurant is the first and last impression for every guest who walks through our doors. This role requires a

gracious, attentive, and polished presence, as well as the ability to manage guest flow with confidence and care. Hosts are stewards

of the guest experience — warmly welcoming every individual, communicating effectively with the service team, and maintaining

poise even during the busiest moments. The role is equal parts hospitality and coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• Warmly greet and escort guests to their tables using guest names whenever possible.

• Manage reservations and walk-ins using OpenTable with accuracy and discretion.

• Maintain the flow of the dining room by coordinating seatings with the service team.

• Track quote times, monitor pacing, and update guests on wait times with warmth and professionalism

• Assist with coat check, door greetings, and other front-of-house tasks as needed.

• Keep host always stand and entrance area immaculate.

 Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience as a host or front desk team member in upscale or high-volume restaurants preferred.

• Familiarity with OpenTable or similar reservation systems strongly preferred.

• Excellent communication skills and calm decision-making under pressure.

• Polished, professional demeanor with genuine warmth and confidence.

• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time.

• Able to lift 50 lbs.

• Comfortable working in high-energy, high-volume environments.

• Frequent guest interaction and multitasking under pressure.

• Collaborative role that bridges guest experience and service execution.

Restaurant'’s Standards

• We greet every guest with sincere warmth and attentive presence.

• We manage the dining room with intention, teamwork, and calm authority.

• We handle pressure with grace and always communicate clearly.

• We protect the guest experience from the moment they arrive to the moment they depart.

• We embody hospitality — steady, poised, and always thoughtful.

Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly (Based on Experience) plus tips

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k

Required Skills

• Attentiveness

• Guest Flow Management

• Coordination Skills

• Effective Communication With Service Team

• Poise under pressure

• Teamwork

• Calm Decision Making

• Attention to Detail

• Ability to Handle Multiple Tasks

• Stewardship of Guest Experience

• Intentional Management of Dining Room

• Grace Under Pressure

Please email resumes, references & desired hourly rate to hello@staffingbysabri.com