Benefits:

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Position Summary We're hiring warm, detail-oriented hosts to join our front-of-house team at Kindred Restaurant in Davidson, NC. This role is suited to someone who takes pride in warm first impressions, seamless pacing, and setting the tone for a memorable dining experience. We are looking for someone with a passion for people and hospitality.

About Us

Kindred is an upscale casual restaurant and the flagship of a growing local restaurant group, with several other restaurants in the area owned by Joe & Katy Kindred. Our culinary team has earned numerous James Beard Foundation nominations along with other national and local accolades. We're known for seasonally-driven menus, craft beer and cocktail programs, and stellar wine lists — and we're looking for servers who bring the same level of care to the guest experience that our kitchen brings to the plate.

Responsibilities

Warmly greet and welcome guests, setting the tone for their dining experience

Manage reservations, waitlists, and walk-ins, keeping wait times and expectations clear

Answer phones, take reservations, and respond to guest inquiries professionally

Communicate table status and timing with servers and management throughout service

Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming host stand and entryway

Address guest questions, special requests, and concerns with professionalism

Uphold the restaurant's standards for hospitality, presentation, and service at all times

Support the front-of-house team during high-volume, fast-paced shifts

Qualifications

Previous host or customer service experience preferred, not required

Strong organizational and multitasking abilities

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods

Flexibility to work night shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed

Compensation & Benefits

Pay: Competitive, based on experience. Starting at $19/hr.

Full-time and part-time positions available

Employee Discount

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, and vision insurance (full-time)

Flexible scheduling

Opportunity for growth within a multi-location restaurant group

Job Type: Full-time, Part-time

Schedule: Night shift

Restaurant Type: Upscale casual