Host - Milk & Honey Waldorf

Overview

Are you a people person with a warm and welcoming demeanor? Join our team at Milk & Honey
, a vibrant New Orleans themed Southern Brunch destination. As a Host
, you’ll be the face of our establishment, greeting guests with genuine hospitality and ensuring a smooth and enjoyable dining experience from the moment they walk through our doors. Your friendly nature and exceptional customer service skills will set the tone for our guests’ visit, as you expertly manage seating arrangements and coordinate with the waitstaff. Bring your charm and organizational skills to Milk & Honey, where you’ll play a vital role in creating a welcoming atmosphere and leaving a lasting impression on our valued guests.

• Creating a memorable first impression by warmly welcoming guests with a radiant smile and genuine enthusiasm.
• Managing the flow of the restaurant, expertly coordinating seating arrangements to ensure a seamless and enjoyable dining experience.
• Engaging guests with exceptional communication skills, providing them with helpful information about our menu and specials.
• Mastering the art of multitasking while gracefully handling guest inquiries, phone calls, and reservation bookings with efficiency and poise.
• Collaborating with the waitstaff to ensure timely seating and smooth transitions between guests, optimizing the restaurant’s efficiency and guest satisfaction.
• Embracing the role of an ambassador of hospitality, ensuring that each guest feels valued and receives personalized attention throughout their visit.

• Experience in high volume, upscale casual dining or an equivalent service environment preferred.
• Able to work flexible shifts and schedules, inclusive of weekends, and some holidays.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 6‑8 hours).
• Lift and carry up to 20 lbs (e.g., menus, high chairs, booster seats).
• Reach, bend, and stoop occasionally.
• Use hands and arms to operate reservation systems and phones.
• Clear verbal communication skills and ability to interact with guests in a busy environment.
• Ability to remain calm and composed while multitasking in a fast‑paced setting.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Milk & Honey is a vibrant New Orleans themed Southern Brunch destination. We offer flavorful dishes from brunch through dinner, including popular items like Chicken & Waffles, Shrimp & Grits, and Mimosa Towers. Known for its warm, modern Southern cuisine and inviting atmosphere, guests can dine in or take their favorites to go. Every meal is a memorable experience meant to be shared.

Thompson Hospitality is one of the largest restaurants, food service, and facilities management companies in the country. We are built upon our values, do the right thing, do the best you can, and treat others how you want to be treated, shaped by more than 33 years of relationships with our clients, guests, and communities. We offer competitive benefits. For more information, visit