Host - Limelight Ketchum

Aspen Skiing Company•Ketchum, ID

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Host welcomes guests arriving at the restaurant, seats them, and presents clean menus in a friendly, professional, and timely manner. The role reports to the Restaurant Manager and supports smooth restaurant service by managing seating and wait times, assisting with table turnover and side work, and responding to guest questions and phone calls. The position may also assist as a server, food runner, or busser when needed. This is a regular, year-round part-time position at Limelight Ketchum, with a budgeted pay rate of $18.00 per hour and compensation listed as up to $18.00 hourly. Applications are accepted until November 8, 2026.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years old.
Proficient knowledge of guest service principles and best practices.
Basic knowledge of food preparation techniques and food allergies.
Knowledge of reservation systems and seating management.
Knowledge of menu offerings, specials, and promotions.
Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to handle guest inquiries, concerns, and complaints professionally.
Understanding of basic restaurant operations and table-turnover strategies.
Ability to work well with a team, including servers, bartenders, and managers.
Basic math skills for managing waitlists and seating arrangements.
Ability to remain calm and composed under pressure.
Attention to detail to ensure a smooth guest experience.
Ability to stand for long periods and move quickly when needed.
Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Ability to reach, crouch, kneel, stand, walk, or remain on one’s feet for extended periods.
Ability to work for extended periods in wet, hot, and humid conditions and walk on slippery or uneven surfaces.
Ability to frequently lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds individually or with assistance.

Nice To Haves

High school graduate preferred.
TIPS Certification preferred.
Proficient knowledge of computer programs such as Microsoft Office or POS systems preferred.

Responsibilities

Greet guests promptly and welcome them to the restaurant.
Communicate wait times to guests and ensure they feel accommodated and listened to.
Manage the seating chart and allocate tables fairly among servers.
Help restaurant employees clear and reset tables as needed.
Keep bar-area tables clean and ensure condiments are stocked, clean, and refilled.
Assist with restaurant side work to prepare for service.
Answer phone calls; communicate wait times, handle reservations and collect payment, and answer basic resort questions.
Participate in daily restaurant cleaning, including checking bathrooms and mopping, sweeping, or vacuuming.
Assist as a restaurant server, food runner, or busser when needed.
Perform snow removal as required by the restaurant, which may include moving deck furniture.
Perform other duties as assigned.