Host/Hostess

The Portland Regency Hotel & Spa is looking for a Part-Time Host to join our team! A beautiful Historic Hotel of America located in the heart of Portland's Old Port District.

Part-Time benefits include Sick Time. All employees receive HHA Discounts, Fitness Center use, Uniform, Parking, and Employee Meal. 401k plan with a match after one year.

The schedule will primarily be Saturday and Sunday, with availability to pick up other shifts. Potential to pick up support/food runner shifts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following, but other duties may be assigned.

Host/ess:

- Responsible for hanging the Specials Board for outside display.

- Responsible for greeting and escorting guests to their table, providing menus, assisting guests with their chairs, water, and coffee (a.m. only).

- Checking and hanging guests coats if necessary.

- Answer the telephone and assist with dining room reservations.

- At all times, you are responsible for helping the servers bus/set tables.

- Responsible for keeping the host station clean, including checking and replacing soiled menus.

- Assists servers in changing over tables for the next meal period.

- Maintain your post at the podium.

What Were Looking For

- A friendly, professional demeanor and passion for hospitality.

- Strong communication and multitasking skills.

- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 lbs.

- Team-oriented attitude and willingness to help wherever needed.

Why Youll Love It Here

- Work in a beautiful, historic hotel surrounded by Portlands vibrant Old Port.

- Join a supportive, passionate hospitality team.

- Enjoy employee perks, growth opportunities.

Qualifications

- Previous restaurant or hospitality experience preferred, but were happy to train the right person!

- Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with guests and team members.

- Able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, policies, and procedures.

- Comfortable writing basic reports or messages and speaking confidently with customers or colleagues.

- Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work flexible morning shifts, including weekends.

Physical Requirements

- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.

- Frequent talking, hearing, and use of hands and arms; occasional climbing or balancing.

- Ability to lift or move up to 25 lbs as needed.

- Must be able to adjust focus and have close and distance vision.

Work Environment

- May be exposed to wet or humid conditions, heat, and kitchen equipment.

- Moderate noise levels typical of a restaurant environment.

- Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.