Hostess

Benefits:

Employee discounts

RESTAURANT HOST / HOSTES

Minnie Olivia Pizzeria Medley| Concept 2 Table Hospitality Group

Create the First Impression. Set the Energy. Make Every Guest Feel Special.

Fogón and Lions is looking for an energetic, outgoing, and hospitality-driven Host / Hostess to join our front-of-house team.

As part of Concept 2 Table Hospitality Group, Fogón and Lions is a high-energy restaurant and bar built around great food, vibrant experiences, genuine hospitality, and strong guest relationships.

We're looking for someone who understands that being a great host is about much more than greeting guests and managing reservations.

It's about creating first impressions, building relationships, setting the tone for the dining experience, and making every guest feel genuinely welcomed and appreciated.

You will be one of the first faces our guests see and one of the last they remember.

Your Mission

Your mission is to make every guest feel welcome from the moment they walk through our doors.

You'll be responsible for creating a warm, organized, and energetic entrance experience while helping manage the flow of the restaurant.

You'll recognize returning guests.

You'll welcome new faces.

You'll remember special occasions.

And you'll help create the kind of hospitality that turns first-time visitors into loyal regulars.

Your success will be measured by the relationships you build, the experiences you help create, and the positive energy you bring to every shift.

What You'll Do

Welcome every guest with genuine warmth, confidence, and enthusiasm.

Create an exceptional first and last impression.

Manage reservations, walk-ins, waitlists, and seating arrangements efficiently.

Coordinate table rotation and seating flow with servers and management.

Build relationships with returning guests and recognize regular customers.

Answer phone calls and assist with guest inquiries professionally.

Communicate wait times clearly and manage guest expectations.

Recognize birthdays, anniversaries, celebrations, and special requests.

Maintain an organized, clean, and welcoming entrance and host station.

Communicate effectively with servers, bartenders, managers, and other team members.

Handle guest concerns with professionalism, empathy, and a positive attitude.

Support the energy and atmosphere of our high-volume restaurant and bar.

Assist the front-of-house team whenever needed.

Help create a hospitality culture where every guest feels valued and appreciated.

Who We're Looking For

You are someone who genuinely enjoys people.

You have a natural smile, positive energy, and the confidence to make guests feel comfortable the moment they arrive.

You enjoy meeting new people and building relationships.

You can manage a busy entrance, coordinate reservations, answer questions, and maintain your composure even during our busiest nights.

You understand that hospitality is not simply about being friendly.

It's about being attentive, organized, thoughtful, and genuinely caring about the guest experience.

You take pride in being part of a team and understand that great service begins with great communication.

Most importantly, you believe that every guest deserves to feel important.

What We're Looking For

A warm, outgoing, and engaging personality.

Genuine passion for hospitality and customer relations.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, high-energy restaurant.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Confidence managing reservations, waitlists, and seating arrangements.

Professional appearance and positive attitude.

Ability to remain calm and welcoming under pressure.

Dependability, punctuality, and a team-first mentality.

Previous restaurant hosting or guest service experience is preferred, but not required.

Experience with restaurant reservation systems is a plus.

Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Spanish speaking is a plus, but not required.

Opportunity to Grow

At Concept 2 Table Hospitality Group, we're not simply looking for someone to manage the front door.

We're looking for future hospitality professionals and restaurant leaders.

We believe great hospitality begins with great people, and we're committed to developing team members who demonstrate passion, consistency, and leadership potential.

For the right person, this position can create a path toward Lead Host, Restaurant Concierge, Guest Relations Manager, Front-of-House Supervisor, Assistant General Manager, and future leadership opportunities within our growing restaurant group.

We want people who are excited to learn, take ownership, build relationships, and become part of something bigger.

Join Our Team

At Fogón and Lions, our guests come for the food, cocktails, and atmosphere—but we want them to return because of how we make them feel.

And that experience begins with you.

If you're passionate about people, thrive in a vibrant restaurant environment, and want to grow with a team that values genuine hospitality, we want to meet you.

Be the first smile. Create the connection. Set the energy. Make every guest feel at home.