Restaurant Host (Seasonal)

Restaurant Host (Seasonal) | Captain Whidbey Inn     Come work at the beautiful and historic Captain Whidbey Inn on Penn Cove! Our culinary team strives to celebrate what the island provides, showcasing local produce and other hand-crafted goods. Vibrant, lively food presented with a 'finer dining' attitude. Be a part of something special that gives appreciative nod to those that toil in the field with potatoes, fennel, goat, and flowers. Bring your own ideas to the table and showcase your talent among a group of like-minded artisans. As the restaurant host, you are the first and last experience the guest will have at the restaurant. The hospitality first mentality begins at the host stand, and you will greet and escort guests to their seats, gather information about special occasions or needs, and be the relay point between serving staff and the kitchen.  Let’s start off with the most important part - what’s in it for you: The Perks *Eligibility of perks is dependent upon job status Hourly Pay Rate: $17.13  Tip out eligible  Get Paid Daily (Make any day payday) Paid Time off & Holiday Pay (Because Balance Matters) Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, 401K HSA/FSA Plans -with employer contribution Values Based Culture (#OMGLIFE) Culture Add (Creating Space for Fresh Perspectives) Referral Bonus (Get Paid to Recruit) Discounted Lodging, Dining, Spa, Golf, and Retail (Yes, Discounted Travel!) Employee Assistance Program “Columbia Cares” Volunteer Opportunities Committee Participation Opportunities (Fun, Philanthropic, Diversity/Equity/Inclusion) Task Force Work Opportunities (Grow your career in idyllic locations across the globe) Online Learning Platform to Help You Grow! Third Party Perks (Including discounts on Pet Insurance, Rental Cars, Movie and Concert Tickets, Theme Park and Attractions & so much more)   Our Commitment to you: “People never forget how you made them feel.” Maya Angelou’s famous statement serves as a rallying cry throughout Columbia Hospitality and fuels our collective drive - and success. Our people are our purpose, and our brand is our people. We seek extraordinary individuals who drive our brand promise of Creating Exceptional Experiences. We are a people-first organization, ignited from the inside to succeed on the outside. We are a tight-knit, inclusive, values-driven team and we trust one another to have each other’s backs. We show up every day with open hearts, an inclusive mindset, and genuine respect for those around us. We have fun, grow together, and strive to leave a positive lasting impression on everyone we meet. What Success Looks Like:Your Impact Greet and seat guests Providing accurate wait times and maintain wait lists Manage  reservations and coordinate with waitstaff regarding seating Maintain flow of service  Provide support to the team in menu organization and maintenance  What You Bring Prior food service experience preferred Necessary State Food Handler’s License(s) Don’t meet every single requirement? At Columbia Hospitality we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.