Host

Bell's
Los Alamos, California
Full Time

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Required Years of Experience

0-1 years

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WORKING AT BELLS

Located in Los Alamos, California, Bells is a French-inspired bistro founded by Daisy and Greg Ryan, both alumni of Per Se. Raised in the Santa Ynez Valley, Daisy returned home along with Greg and their family with the vision of building a family-run restaurant rooted in creativity, community, and strong local partnerships. Our intention has always been to create a business that supports neighboring farmers, producers, and fellow small business owners, while offering something meaningful to our community.

At Bells, we aim to be an exceptional place to dineand to work. That means a deep commitment to professionalism, attention to detail, and respect for the craft. We take our work seriously, and we hold ourselves to high standards, but we believe a positive and collaborative atmosphere is essential to doing our best work.

Communication, organization, education, and growth are the cornerstones of our team culture. We want everyone here to develop into the strongest version of themselveswhether as a cook, manager, barista, or leaderand to take pride in that process. Were invested in long-term development and believe that growth is collective, and that every member of our team contributes to the success and evolution of the restaurant.

If you value integrity, hustle, continuous learning, and take meaning in doing great work with good people, wed love to meet you.

JOB SUMMARY

The Host is the first and last impression of the restaurant experience. This role requires warmth, grace, and professionalism in all guest interactions, whether welcoming parties at the door or communicating with them in advance of their visit. The Host is responsible for managing the flow of service through reservation planning, guest communications, and close coordination with the Front of House (FOH) team. A successful Host is highly organized, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

We are currently looking for a Host for our dinner shift (in time of around 3pm). Other growth opportunities are available for the right individual.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Greet and welcome guests with warmth, ensuring a seamless and hospitable arrival and departure
Manage guest communications through email, OpenTable, and Loyalist, including reservation confirmations and special occasion details
Prepare and organize menus, occasion cards, and any other printed guest-facing materials before service
Proactively plan reservations and table flow for upcoming shifts using the reservation system
Maintain an active awareness of the dining room and adjust seating and pacing as needed during service
Provide thoughtful support to the FOH team to ensure a smooth guest experience
Keep the host stand and dining room entry areas clean, tidy, and visually aligned with Bells service standards
Multitask effectively and remain calm and solutions-oriented in the face of changes or unexpected circumstances
Support additional FOH projects as needed

HEALTH + SAFETY

Adhere to the highest standards of food safety, food handling, sanitation, workplace safety, and hygiene requirements according to California Department of Health standards to ensure the health and safety of team members and guests
Adhere to COVID-19 sanitation protocols issued by the Center for Disease Control

REQUIREMENTS

Prior experience in a guest-facing hospitality role is preferred
Familiarity with OpenTable and other reservation management platforms is a plus
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Strong attention to detail and a proactive mindset
Must be punctual and reliable
Available to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Stand for up to 6 hours and remain on your feet throughout the duration of your shift
Involves holding objects with hands
Involves reaching, bending, and stooping frequently
Involves lifting, moving, and carrying weight with frequency throughout shift

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