Upscale Dinning Host
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Grand Galvez
Galveston, TX, US
Summary
The host is responsible for warmly greeting guests, managing reservation systems, and coordinating table seating to ensure a seamless dining experience. They also act as the primary point of contact for incoming calls and assist in managing VIP guests and special requests.
Job Description
The Monarch Restaurant at The Grand Galvez is seeking a polished, professional, and personable Upscale Dining Hostess to create an exceptional first and last impression for every guest.
The Hostess is the face of the restaurant and plays a critical role in delivering a refined, welcoming, and seamless dining experience. This position requires someone who is confident, attentive to detail, highly organized, and passionate about hospitality.
The ideal candidate understands the standards of upscale dining and knows how to make every guest feel genuinely welcomed and valued.
Key Responsibilities
- Warmly welcome and acknowledge every guest upon arrival.
- Provide a gracious, professional, and personalized greeting.
- Manage the restaurant's reservation and seating systems accurately.
- Escort guests to their tables while maintaining proper service flow and table rotation.
- Communicate wait times and reservation information clearly and professionally.
- Answer incoming phone calls and assist guests with reservations, questions, and general inquiries.
- Manage OpenTable and other reservation platforms as assigned.
- Maintain accurate seating charts and coordinate table availability with the service team.
- Communicate effectively with servers, managers, bussers, and kitchen personnel.
- Monitor the dining room to ensure guests are being acknowledged and properly cared for.
- Assist with managing large parties, special occasions, VIP guests, and special requests.
- Maintain a professional and polished appearance at all times.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming host stand.
The Grand Galvez, built in 1911, is rich with history, located with pristine beach access, 14,000 square feet of event space, and conveniently located with near access to the historic downtown district and overall experiences to suite all vacation and business needs.
Founded
1911
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Hospitality
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Galveston, Texas
The Grand Galvez, built in 1911, is rich with history, located with pristine beach access, 14,000 square feet of event space, and conveniently located with near access to the historic downtown district and overall experiences to suite all vacation and business needs.
Founded
1911
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Hospitality
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Galveston, Texas