Host

  • Salty's on Alki Beach
  • Seattle, Washington
  • Full Time
HOST

Salty's on Alki Beach

saltys/seattle

FLOOR

PART-TIME

21-23/HR + TIPS

SEATTLE

Host - Shift Lead. $21-$23/hour plus tips

Salty's is hiring! This is for an experienced restaurant Host. This position will operate as the Shift lead, that we call Controller. May also work as a host/runner on select days. 2 to 3 years of lead host experience required working with a reservation system like OpenTable or Resy. Open availability preferred. Schedule: Nights, days, weekends. Holidays are required.

We are looking for team members who will be able to work through summer and stay with us throughout the fall and winter.

The ideal candidate will have 2 to 3 years' experience as a lead host. You will have a "heart for hospitality", a "How can I make your day attitude". A big smile and a voice that happily and warmly greets our guests as they enter the building. Ideally you are both outgoing and able to stay focused and on task.

Salty's on Alki is a high-volume, fast-paced restaurant with stunning city and water views. We pride ourselves on exceptional hospitality and creating a weing, memorable experience for every guest-starting and finishing at the front door.

As a Host, you are the face of the restaurant. This is a guest-facing role that requires attention to detail, a strong work ethic, and ability to work professionally and respectfully while under pressure.

Daily Responsibilities

Greet every guest with a friendly smile and warm wee as they enter the restaurant.

Review the day s reservations and develop a seating plan for large parties, celebrations, and special requests to ensure a smooth and efficient shift.

During the shift, manage the flow of reservations, walk-ins, and waitlists, maintaining clearmunication with guests and team members.

Provide direction to the front desk team, keeping them on task and ensuring they:

Acknowledge guests as they arrive and depart

Follow Salty s policies

Maintain menus

Perform restroom checks and cleaning duties

Complete assigned cleaning projects

Keep the front desk areaanized, clean, and well-stocked

Instruct front desk staff to prepare tables,municate essential information to team members, and relay important details to guests.

Thank guests as they leave and warmly invite them to dine with us again.

Communicate clearly and effectively with fellow team members, managers, and guests.

Answer the phone to:

Respond to guest questions about the restaurant, events, and menus

Take and process to-go orders

Make and adjust reservations

Ensure the entrance area and restrooms remain clean and presentable at all times.

Keep the front desk team informed of any restaurant updates, special events, or key information.

Maintain a calm, courteous demeanor in every guest interaction even under pressure. Hospitality first, always.

What we are looking for:

A positive, upbeat attitude

Team player. Willing to help wver needed

Strongmunication and listening skills

Comfortable working on your feet for long periods at a time

Maintain a guest first demeanor

2 to 3 years lead host experience

Available to work year-round is preferred

Ready to join the front of house and create unettable guest experiences? today and help us wee every guest with warmth, hospitality, and a smile.

Benefits and Compensation:

Pay: $21 to 23 per hour depending on experience - plus tips!

Free Parking! money and don't bother with the city's driving and parking mess!

Salty's offers all eligible employees Paid Sick Leave accrual at a rate of one (1) hour for every forty (40) hours worked. Paid Sick Leave can be used after 90 days of employment.

Qualified full-time employees (and their families) are offered medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance coverage.

Employee's 21 and older are eligible to enroll in a 401k retirement plan after 1 year/1000 hours of service

Salty's provides up to 40 hours (1 weeks) paid vacation benefits to our non-exempt/hourly Team Members who generally work at least 30 hours/week after one year employment.

Aflac Supplemental Insurance

Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Account and Commuter Benefits available for qualified employees

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Salty's on Alki Beach - 1936 Harbor Ave SW, Seattle, WA, 98126
Job ID: 484296804
Originally Posted on: 7/7/2025

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