Host

Colorado Springs, CO, USA|

Job Overview

Compensation

Hourly

Exact $15.16

Benefits

competitive pay

Training from day 1

Tip out

Supportive team environment

Exceptional place to work

Job Description

Colorado Mountain Brewery is a well-established and beloved restaurant located in the scenic Colorado mountain region. Known for its unique craft brews and vibrant dining atmosphere, the brewery offers guests an inviting space to relax, socialize, and enjoy excellent food and beverages. As a local favorite, Colorado Mountain Brewery prides itself on providing exceptional customer service and a welcoming environment that captures the spirit of the Colorado outdoors. The establishment not only focuses on quality food and drinks but also emphasizes creating memorable guest experiences through attentive, friendly service and a passionate team-oriented work culture.

The Host position at Colorado Mountain Brewery is a vital role that ensures each guest receives a warm and sincere welcome from the moment they step in. This role is perfect for individuals who thrive in fast-paced, high-volume restaurant environments and who want to contribute to an outgoing and supportive team. As a host, you will be the first point of contact for guests, responsible for greeting and seating them, managing the flow of the restaurant, and coordinating the seating chart and reservation system efficiently. Your role is not just about seating guests; it includes maintaining communication between the front of house and kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations. This job demands excellent multitasking skills, a calm demeanor under pressure, and a positive attitude to support your colleagues and create a seamless dining experience for guests.

This is a peak season position offering competitive pay at $15.16 per hour plus tip out, which combines base pay and tips, reflecting the minimum wage plus additional gratuities. Training is provided from the very first day, ensuring that new employees are well-prepared and confident in their tasks. Working at Colorado Mountain Brewery means joining a company that values teamwork, professional development, and creating a dynamic workplace where every team member can grow. If you have exceptional customer service skills and want to be part of a lively, high-energy restaurant team, this hosting opportunity provides a fantastic platform to make a meaningful impact while earning competitive wages and tips.

Job Requirements

High School Diploma or GED is preferred
1 year of hosting experience in a high volume restaurant is preferred
Exceptional guest or customer service skills
Must be able to speak, read and understand English well enough for effective communication
Knowledge of computers is preferred
Must be eligible to work in the United States and provide proof upon hire

Job Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED is preferred
1 year of hosting experience in a high volume restaurant is preferred
Exceptional guest or customer service skills
Must be able to speak, read and understand English well enough for effective communication
Knowledge of computers is preferred
Must be eligible to work in the United States and provide proof upon hire

Job Duties

Provide a welcoming and friendly greeting for guests, use guest's name, confirm number in party, ask guests for their seating preference and special needs, walk with guests at their pace to the table, alert guests of steps and inclines, assist if necessary and inform server and/or manager of special needs
Present menus to guests and inform server of guest present at the table, return to the lobby to greet guests, and check dining room for guests who are ready to leave
Communicate to kitchen and management on open menu counts and ensure proper seating and flow of the restaurant
Hold knowledge of the floor plan, server station assignments and table numbers
Maintain cleanliness of the entry, seating area, restrooms and any other area of the restaurant on a regular basis
Inspect menus for cleanliness and crispness and change out when necessary
Walk through dining area and bar area, note and correct any irregularities such as lights burned out, furniture crooked, menus to be returned to host stand etc.
Check dining room and floors for cleanliness and take actions where needed
Retrieve reservations accurately using Open Table reservation system in a courteous manner
Maintain accurate seating chart and cover tally
Answer phones with knowledge of the restaurant and/or direct the guests for further assistance
Acknowledge and thank exiting guests, ask them to return, ask about their dining experience and follow through with the manager with any guest issues
Perform all opening or closing duties as scheduled to ensure the restaurant is clean and organized
Handle issues or concerns appropriately with a calm, positive demeanor
Other duties as requested/assigned