Host at Gristmill

Job Description

Job Description

Hosts

Now hiring hosts at the Gristmill in the historic town of Gruene, TX! This is a great entry-level position into the restaurant industry with excellent pay potential; no experience is necessary. As a host, you will be the first impression of the restaurant and deliver exceptional customer service to our guests. If you enjoy meeting new people each day with a smile on your face, this is the job for you!

Who we are 

Momentous Concepts serves guests across restaurants, music venues, retail stores, and real estate in Central Texas. We differentiate ourselves through iconic brands and unique venues that look, taste, and feel authentically Texan. Our success comes from creating environments that foster connection, prioritizing our employees so they can better serve our guests, and continually enhancing systems and processes to ensure efficient, effective operations. 

We employ more than 700 friendly faces who embody our core values: 

CARE – We encourage others and lead by example.

CURIOSITY – We remain open-minded and always strive to learn.

COMMITMENT – We hold ourselves accountable for the work we do and how we do it.

COLLABORATION – We believe we win as a team. 

Where you will work - The Gristmill

A one-of-a-kind, true Texas experience, the Gristmill River Restaurant was once home to a cotton gin (circa 1878) and has been considered one of the most iconic dining spots in Texas for nearly half a century. 

Most all menu items are made from scratch daily, right down to the soups, sauces, and dressings. With several multi-level patios and 7 open-air dining rooms, the Gristmill is the quintessential spot for intimate dinners to large parties of special celebrations and everything in between. 

What you will do 

• Greet guests in a friendly and welcoming manner 
• Provide accurate wait times to guests and monitor waiting lists, providing updates as requested
• Escort guests to assigned tables with light but friendly conversation to make guests feel comfortable and welcomed
• Coordinate with other wait staff on available tables to ensure proper waiting times are accurate and current

What you get 

• Highly competitive pay 
• Comprehensive healthcare options include:
  • Medical*
  • Dental*
  • Vision*
• Health Savings Account (HSA)* 
• Voluntary Supplemental Insurance: 
  • Accident
  • Critical Illness
  • Hospital Indemnity
• Supplemental Health Insurance (Brella)*
• Supplemental Life Insurance*
• 401k retirement plan participation* 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet Insurance availability*
• Meal discounts 
• Flexible scheduling 
• Immediate pay
• The experience of working with a strong, highly engaged team continuing to grow a one-of-a-kind, truly iconic, legendary Texas brand.

* Eligibility requirements apply

What you bring - minimum qualifications 

• Must be 16 years old or older 
• Must have or be able to obtain a valid and current Food Handlers certification
• Must be able to work at least 3 days a week, including weekends and holidays

Physical requirements and working conditions 

• Must be able to stand and walk for 6 or more hours in a day 
• Capable of lifting up to 20 lbs. 
• Frequent lifting, carrying, bending, reaching, squatting, climbing, and walking
• Exposure to loud noise, large crowds, and extreme hot/cold temperatures