Dram Yard | Hostess/Host

Dram Yard is a standout dining destination located within the ARRIVE Wilmington, an extension of Palisociety’s innovative hospitality portfolio. Palisociety is a renowned integrated hospitality company founded in 1998 in Los Angeles by CEO Avi Brosh. Their commitment to crafting unique hotels and residences nationwide is reflected in their diverse properties which include Palihouses, Palihotels, and ARRIVE by Palisociety. Known for delivering neighborhood-centric experiences, Palisociety combines community spirit, distinctive ambiance, and impeccable service to create memorable stays and dining experiences.

Dram Yard at ARRIVE Wilmington offers a warm and intimate dining environment featuring Southern coastal flavors infused with a global twist, crafted from locally sourced ingredients. The restaurant provides a full spectrum of dining services including breakfast, barista specialties, weekend brunch, and dinner within a thoughtfully designed space that encourages both casual and refined dining. As a local favorite, Dram Yard is deeply embedded in the Wilmington community, seeking to create moments and memories that transform new guests into loyal patrons.

The Hostess/Host role at Dram Yard is essential in shaping the guest experience from the moment patrons arrive until their departure. This position requires a friendly, organized, and personable individual who can manage guest arrivals, reservations, and interactions with professionalism and warmth. The role goes beyond just greeting guests; it involves cultivating a laidback yet inviting atmosphere, mastering the restaurant’s service steps, products, and systems, and ensuring smooth operation through effective collaboration with the broader team. The ideal candidate excels at multitasking, adapts fluidly to various duties including assisting on the floor with delivering orders when necessary, and communicates effectively both in-person and over the phone or email.

Employment at Dram Yard is part-time or full-time as needed, offering a competitive compensation package, though specific salary information is dependent on experience and schedule. Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, holiday pay, and sick leave, as well as opportunities for career advancement within Palisociety’s expanding hotel and restaurant network. This position is suited for individuals passionate about hospitality, eager to grow professionally within a dynamic and collaborative environment that champions creativity and employee development.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion, Palisociety values each team member’s unique contributions and fosters a supportive workplace culture. The Hostess/Host at Dram Yard is a vital front-line presence embodying the company’s ethos of friendly, thoughtful, and trustworthy service that delights guests and strengthens community ties. Candidates with prior experience in high-quality, fast-paced dining settings who demonstrate flexibility, excellent communication skills, and a can-do attitude will find this opportunity especially rewarding.