Restaurant Host/Hostess

Full-Time Restaurant Host

Pay Range Starting from USD $13.00/Hr.

Hotel Equities, a multi-award-winning hotel development and hospitality management company, is seeking a friendly, service-oriented Full-Time Restaurant Host to join our team at the Publisher Hotel in the Five Chophouse Restaurant in Fredericksburg, VA. If you're passionate about hospitality, take pride in your work, and enjoy creating positive experiences for guests and associates, we'd love to meet you. As Restaurant Host, you'll play an important role in supporting hotel operations, delivering exceptional service, and helping our team achieve its operational and business goals.

Job Purpose: The Food & Beverage position supports the hotel's food and beverage operations by preparing, serving, or coordinating quality products and exceptional guest service. This position follows established standards for food safety, cleanliness, presentation, and service while contributing to an efficient and welcoming dining experience.

What You'll Do:

• Responsible for greeting every guest with a smile and positive attitude.
• Ensures that all guests are dealt with in a professional, consistent manner. Ability to diplomatically handle difficult situations and people.
• Provide a safe working environment by ensuring compliance with safety programs, health department requirements, and job safety analysis.
• Maintain and enforce sanitation laws and safety standards with anyone entering the kitchen and restaurant area.
• Follow all applicable company standard operating procedures.
• Perform other assignments as directed by the general manager.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred for supervisory roles.
• Previous food and beverage or hospitality experience preferred; requirements vary by position.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices appropriate to the role.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as needed.

What We're Looking For:

• A hospitality-minded professional who enjoys serving guests.
• A dependable team player with strong attention to detail.
• Someone who maintains a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment.
• Professionalism, accountability, and a commitment to service excellence.

Physical Requirements:

• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Bend, reach, stoop, and lift throughout the workday.
• Lift, carry, push, and pull food, beverage, equipment, and supplies as needed.
• Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds depending on the position.
• Work in hot, cold, wet, or otherwise varying environments as required.

Technology & Systems Experience:

• Experience with the following is preferred: Point-of-Sale (POS) systems Inventory or ordering systems Property Management Systems (PMS) Microsoft Office Suite

Amazing Benefits At A Glance:

• $13 + tips
• Team-Driven and Values-Based Culture
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time & Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career Growth Opportunities & Leadership Development Programs
• Reduced Hotel Rates Throughout Our Portfolio
• Employee Referral Program
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Exclusive Third-Party Discounts (Shopping, Travel, Entertainment & More)

Why Hotel Equities?

At Hotel Equities, we believe hospitality begins with people. Our award-winning culture is built on integrity, accountability, service, and leadership. We empower our associates to grow professionally while delivering exceptional experiences for our guests and outstanding results for our owners. Whether you're beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of industry experience, you'll find opportunities to grow your career with one of the hospitality industry's most respected management companies.

Hotel Equities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where every associate is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. Apply with confidence. Transparency matters, which is why Hotel Equities is committed to 100% wage transparency for all open positions. Explore opportunities across our diverse portfolio and discover where your hospitality career can grow with us. Please note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with this position. Responsibilities may evolve based on business needs.