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Host - Gypsy Kitchen

5/12/2026

The host is responsible for greeting and seating guests, managing the waitlist, and handling phone reservations. They ensure a positive first impression and coordinate with management to resolve guest concerns.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

501-1,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
SPH is a group of passionate restauranteurs who will stop at nothing to create unforgettable guest experiences. The mission of our team is to shape the cultural fabric of Atlanta and beyond. We provide a short term escape for diners by creating distinct dining experiences that appeal to our guest’s sense of adventure. Each restaurant offers an entertaining and intimate atmosphere coupled with genuinely hospitable service and innovative fare. Our deeply rooted southern hospitality can be experienced in 18 restaurants locations across the South East. Our concepts range from an elegant southern gastropub, an eclectic Spanish tapas restaurant, a coastal seafood shack, and continue on to our “un-mexed” neighborhood taquerias, and more. In our never ending desire to introduce proper southern hospitality to your community we will continue to grow and fulfill our promise of providing that unforgettable guest experience to you.
About the Role

Description

What We Offer You
As an hourly employee some of the benefits you can enjoy are:

  • 50% employee discounts for you and up to 3 guests, at our many brands! Click Here to see all of our brands.
  • 50% off room rates at the Monte Vista Boutique Hotel in Black Mountain, NC.
  • Dental and Vision for all employees working at least 20 hours per week.
  • Medical and Short term disability benefits after being full time for one year
  • Employee Assistance Program for all employees
  • Referral bonuses for bringing your friends on board

What It's Like Working With Us

Located on the bustling 14th Street, Gypsy Kitchen DC provides a special experience through its eclectic bohemian escape and culinary adventure. If you are looking for a place with great vibes, elevated foods, and a fun team, then Gypsy Kitchen DC is the place for you. 


What You'll Be Doing

The restaurant host is the first employee to interact with arriving guests as they enter the restaurant. It is the job of the hostess to greet arriving guests, welcome them into the restaurant and seat them. The guests receive their first impression of the service of the restaurant by their exchange with the hostess. Duties include:

  • Monitor the opening dining sections of the restaurant for empty and cleaned tables, estimating wait times for guests, monitoring the guest wait list, and ensuring that the needs of the guests are met while they are waiting.
  • Answer the telephone and book reservations or answer inquiries.
  • Assist with floor planning maneuvering to accommodate large parties
  • Ensure that all guests entering and leaving the restaurant are addressed with a greeting or farewell. 
  • Escalate guest concerns that are brought to your attention to the manager.

Requirements

What We Require of You

  • Positive attitude
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Must be able to work the hours dictated by the business and schedule set in place by the Manager; Weekend, evening, and holiday work may be necessary
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Compliance Statement

The physical demands of typical of this position must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions for the position. Reasonable accommodations may be available for individuals with disabilities.


Southern Proper Hospitality Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.


Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances.


We use eVerify to confirm U.S. Employment eligibility.

Key Skills
Guest RelationsCommunication SkillsReservation ManagementFloor PlanningTime EstimationCustomer ServiceMultitasking
Categories
HospitalityFood & BeverageCustomer Service & Support
Benefits
Employee DiscountsDiscounted Room Rates at Monte Vista Boutique HotelDental InsuranceVision InsuranceMedical InsuranceShort Term DisabilityEmployee Assistance ProgramReferral Bonuses
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