posted January 26, 2025

Restaurant Host / Hostess

Compensation: NA

Job Description

As a Restaurant Host, you will be the first point of contact for our guests, setting the tone for their dining experience. Your role is crucial in ensuring smooth operations and creating a welcoming atmosphere.

Responsibilities:

  • Guest Service:
    • Greet guests warmly and professionally upon arrival.
    • Seat guests promptly and efficiently, considering their preferences and party size.
    • Manage wait times and inform guests of estimated wait times.
    • Answer guest inquiries and address concerns promptly.
    • Assist with special requests and dietary restrictions.
  • Reservations:
    • Manage reservations and maintain accurate records.
    • Confirm reservations and update the reservation system.
    • Handle cancellations and modifications efficiently.
  • Restaurant Operations:
    • Monitor restaurant capacity and seating arrangements.
    • Assist with table setups and resets.
    • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the host stand and waiting area.
    • Coordinate with the waitstaff to ensure smooth service.
  • Additional Duties:
    • Assist with other restaurant duties as needed, such as bussing tables or food running.
    • Adhere to all hotel policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Positive and outgoing personality.
  • Basic computer skills and knowledge of reservation systems.
  • Previous experience in a restaurant or hospitality setting is preferred.

The Darcy

226 Room Hotel

Welcome to The Darcy

The Darcy is an eclectic, 226-room boutique hotel in the heart of Washington, DC, providing chic accommodations, distinctive dining, and over 7,000 square feet of meeting and event space. Classically American but with a European sensibility, The Darcy offers an authentic, original, and local experience that allows our guests to immerse themselves in community. 

Discover our Nation's Capital with thoughful amenties. Cruise from Georgetown to Capitol Hill with our courtesy bike and scooter rentals, make it a family affair and keep the kids entertained with our Darcy Daypacks, and relax after a day of sightseeing with our complimentary daily cocktail hour featuring local products or enjoy an in-room crafted cocktail from our talented mixologists.  Be prepared for any occasion with our Haberdashery - a guest wardrobing suitcase of high-end men’s accessories for borrow or purchase, get the right fit with custom tailoring, and grab that last minute gift for someone special with our semimonthly pop-up flower shop. At The Darcy, we make sure you don’t miss home.