Host / Hostess at Hudsons Restaurant and Catering — NeverHard

Now Hiring: Host / Hostess Hudson’s Restaurant & Catering | Hudson, Ohio Home of Nightmare Before Blitzen’s, Blitzen’s & O’Blitzen’s Pop-Up Bars Full-Time / Part-Time | Seasonal Opportunities Weekend Availability Required Be the First Impression Our Guests Remember Hudson’s Restaurant & Catering is looking for friendly, confident, and energetic Hosts/Hostesses to join our front-of-house team. Our hosts do much more than show guests to a table. You’re the first welcome when someone walks through the door, the person who helps keep the dining room organized during a busy service, and an important part of creating the hospitality our guests remember. If you’re outgoing, organized, comfortable talking with people, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to meet you. About Hudson’s Hudson’s Restaurant & Catering is a family-owned and operated restaurant in the heart of Hudson, Ohio , led by brothers JJ and Kevin Altomare, graduates of The Culinary Institute of America . In addition to our year-round restaurant and catering operation, we create immersive seasonal experiences including Nightmare Before Blitzen’s, Blitzen’s, and O’Blitzen’s . Our pop-ups transform the restaurant with themed food, cocktails, décor, and entertainment and bring an exciting, high-energy atmosphere to downtown Hudson. What You’ll Do Welcome every guest with genuine, friendly hospitality Manage reservations, waitlists, and the flow of the dining room Seat guests efficiently while maintaining proper server rotation Communicate wait times accurately and professionally Answer phones and assist guests with reservations and general questions Learn our menus, seasonal experiences, and restaurant offerings Communicate closely with servers, bartenders, managers, and the kitchen Keep the host area, entrance, and menus clean and organized Assist with resetting tables and other front-of-house needs during busy periods Handle guest questions and concerns calmly and professionally Help create a fun, welcoming experience from arrival to departure What We’re Looking For Previous restaurant or customer service experience is a plus, but we’re happy to train the right person . Our strongest hosts are: Friendly and outgoing – you genuinely enjoy interacting with people Confident communicators – you're comfortable speaking with guests in person and over the phone Organized – you can manage reservations, tables, and multiple priorities at once Calm under pressure – a busy Saturday night doesn't throw you off Dependable – your teammates can count on you to be there and ready to work Team-oriented – you're willing to jump in and help wherever needed Professional – you understand that you're representing Hudson's from the moment a guest walks through the door Weekend availability and reliable transportation are required. Why Work at Hudson’s? A job that stays interesting. Our year-round restaurant, catering operation, special events, and seasonal pop-ups mean there’s always something happening. A fun, high-energy atmosphere. Halloween and Christmas at Hudson’s aren't ordinary restaurant seasons. Our pop-ups create an experience for our guests—and they're a fun environment for our team, too. Build valuable hospitality experience. Learn how a successful restaurant manages reservations, guest flow, high-volume service, and exceptional hospitality. Be part of a local, family-owned business. Work directly with a team that has been serving the Hudson community for years and takes pride in both its food and its people. Perks Flexible scheduling Employee food and drink discounts Paid training Referral bonus program Supportive, team-focused environment Opportunities to continue with Hudson’s beyond the seasonal pop-ups Come Join Our Team If you're personable, dependable, organized, and ready to bring great energy to every shift , we'd like to hear from you. Apply today to join Hudson’s Restaurant & Catering and help us create an unforgettable experience for every guest who walks through our doors. Work schedule Weekend availability Monday to Friday Day shift Night shift Supplemental pay Tips Benefits Flexible schedule Referral program Employee discount Paid training Pet rider program