A Host or Hostess greets customers when they arrive at a restaurant. Manages reservations, seats customers, and helps wait staff as needed with attending to customer requests and service.
Host/Hostess Meat Market Palm Beach - 3.5 Palm Beach, FL Job Details Full-time 18 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Qualifications Food service closing procedures Hospitality reservation systems Food service opening procedures Fine dining experience Table assignment Store closing procedures Greeting customers OpenTable Guest rapport building Guest direction assistance Entry level Time management Communication with kitchen staff Full Job Description
THE ROLE
As a Host/Hostess, you are the first impression and the last memory of every guest's experience. Working the front door as a Board Host or as a Seater, you check guests in, manage seating flow, and personally escort every party from the stand to the table with warmth and polish. You set the tone the moment guests arrive and leave them with a lasting impression as they go. The first and last five minutes of a visit are the most critical, and both belong to you.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Greet every guest immediately with eye contact, a smile, and a welcoming tone Check guests in and manage seating flow, pacing, and wait times using OpenTable Flag VIPs, special occasions, and allergy notes to management and chef immediately Escort guests to their table with napkin and menu service to Meat Market brand standards Complete all opening and closing procedures, including menu maintenance and host stand resets Communicate clearly with servers and management to keep service seamless Address guest concerns promptly and professionally
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
Prior host, guest service, or hospitality experience in an upscale or fine dining environment preferred A warm, welcoming presence and the ability to initiate genuine guest interactions A high standard of personal appearance and the ability to arrive polished and in full uniform Excellent communication, time management, and the ability to stay calm and confident during highvolume shifts Ability to learn table numbers, floor plans, and reservation systems; experience with OpenTable is a plus Strong attention to detail and a commitment to Meat Market's seating and service standards A teamfirst attitude and a coachable, feedbackdriven mindset Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and lift up to 40 lbs Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
WHY MEAT MARKET
Join a respected steakhouse group with an exceptional reputation Work in a upscale, highenergy environment with a team that has your back Grow your craft with handson training and clear paths to advancement Be part of a scratch kitchen turning out some of the best steaks and seafood around
In person If your passion for hospitality shines and you want to deliver unforgettable experiences every shift, we'd love to meet you. Apply today and come be part of the Meat Market team. About Meat Market Palm Beach Meat Market isn't your traditional steakhouse. We're a modern, chic dining destination where prime cuts, sushi, fresh seafood, and standout hospitality come together to create something guests remember. Behind every unforgettable meal is a team that takes pride in its craft and holds itself to a higher standard. We're looking for team members who share that mindset and want to be part of something exceptional.
