Host/Expo/Food Runner

$14.00 per hour. 

Host/Expo/Food Runner Job Summary: Responsible for helping to achieve ongoing guest satisfaction and team goals as a tool for continuous improvement. This is a hybrid position that includes host/hostess, expeditor, and food runner responsibilities. Responsible for guest service in the hotel restaurant, seating guest, rotating tables, plating/delivering food, and providing an exceptional experience.

The hours for this role are typically 7am-12/2pm (business dictates when you leave). 

Hilton Garden Inn Outer Banks Company Benefits: (dependent upon hours/tenure/performance)

• Paid Vacation


• Paid Birthday 


• Time and a half pay for Holidays (Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas)


• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans


• 401K Plan - Company matches up to 3%


• Team Member Travel Program - highly discounted rates at Hilton Brand hotels


• YMCA Corporate Discount


• Monthly Incentives


• Seasonal Bonuses


• Continued Education Sponsor - Employees can earn Hospitality & Tourism certificates at local Community College


• Employee Recognition and Appreciation Program


• Employee Meal Program (Your meal is FREE if you're on the clock!) and other Restaurant Discounts

Essential Functions of Host/Expo/Food Runner:

• Come to work at your scheduled time, ready to work, and in clean/approved uniform, closed toe non-slip shoes, and name tag.


• Greet all guests warmly in a timely manner, alert servers of new tables.


• Seat and rotate guests, know table numbers, and pour water.


• Keep an accurate count of covers during your shift.


• Straighten up host stand, empty trash and re-line with a trash bag.


• Always know the specials and 86'd items.


• Know the hours of the restaurant and when breakfast, lunch, happy hour, and dinner are served.


• Know how to operate all wait staff equipment beverage machines, how to make coffee, and roll silverware during downtime.


• Never leave the dining room empty handed. Take all plates, glasses, trash to the kitchen.


• Assist wait and bar staff as needed.


• Takes pride in plating food properly while executing perfect plate presentation, ensuring all necessary condiments and garnishments accompany the dish.


• Delivers all food orders to waiting guests in a timely manner.


• Respectful of all supervisors and co-workers, maintains good relationship with all employees.


• Willing to assist others when able or needed.


• Complete all opening and closing checklists.


• Serve all guests quickly and efficiently.


• Bus, clean, and reset all tables quickly for new customers.


• Able to lift and carry large trays.


• Remain calm, friendly and happy while in the front of the house or in ear shot of any guest.


• Report any issue with fellow staff or guest's immediately to your Manager or Manager on duty.


• Report any repairs needed that may be harmful to the guest or an employee immediately to your Manager or Manager on duty.

Guest Relations, Host/Expo/Food Runner:

• Be ready available/approachable for all guests.


• Take proactive effort when dealing with guest concerns.


• Extend professionalism and courtesy to guests at all times.

Requirements for Host/Expo/Food Runner:

In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of supportive functions, determined by the supervisor:

• The hotel operates 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Schedules must accommodate fluctuating business demands and associates, may be asked to work shifts other than those they prefer or normally work.


• Carry out all reasonable requests by leadership team.


• Comply with department uniform and appearance standards.


• Must be capable of how to read, write, and speak English fluently.

OBX Resort, LLC DBA Hilton Garden Inn is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, political belief, or disability.