What are the responsibilities and job description for the Host position at Country Club of Charleston?
Job Summary
We are seeking a friendly, outgoing, and professional Hostess to join our team. As the first point of contact for guests, you will be responsible for creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere while managing reservations, seating arrangements, and member inquiries. The ideal candidate is friendly, professional, organized, and thrives in both slow and fast-paced environments.
Job Tasks/Duties
- Greet members and guests warmly (by name when possible) upon arrival.
- Manage reservations through ClubEssential, promptly communicating changes to the Food & Beverage Manager(s).
· Thoroughly completes pre and post-shift duties, with ongoing tasks during the shift as needed.
- Handle all incoming phone calls, answer member inquiries, manage reservations, and provide information about club events.
- Promptly notify the supervisor of member complaints as they arise.
- Attend staff meetings, including pre-shift (line-up), as required.
- Work collaboratively with servers, bartenders, and kitchen staff to ensure seamless service.
- Maintain cleanliness of tables, soft seating, hostess stand, and surrounding areas.
- Assist servers when necessary, including:
- Distributing and clearing menus
- Taking and placing beverage orders
- Providing tableside water service
- Delivering and serving beverages
- Clearing empty glasses and cleaning tables as needed
- Uphold health and safety regulations to ensure a positive dining experience for all guests.
- Process credit card and member charges in accordance with standard operating procedures.
- Comply with all state, local, and club policies regarding the service of alcohol; immediately inform a manager if service to a member or guest is questionable.
- Consistently follow proper sanitation practices, including personal hygiene standards.
- Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Food & Beverage Manager(s).
Job Knowledge, Core Competencies, and Expectations
- Prior experience as a hostess or in a customer service role is preferred.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to multitask and remain composed under pressure.
- Professional appearance and welcoming demeanor.
- Familiarity with reservation and seating software is a plus (ClubEssential preferred).
- Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand for long periods and perform movements such as walking, climbing stairs, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, stretching, and reaching.
- Ability to look at digital screens (computer, tablet, or point-of-sale system) for extended periods.
- Ability to accurately use touchscreen devices, keyboards, and a mouse.
- Ability to hear and respond to phone calls, paging systems, and guest inquiries in a noisy environment.
- Ability to push, pull, or lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to perform continuous, repetitive motions.
- Ability to work in hot, humid, and noisy environment.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Shift:
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17