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Elliott's Oyster House

Host Chart – Seattle Waterfront 

Elliott's Oyster House 

 

Lead the host team; own reservations, pacing, and guest flow at a landmark waterfront restaurant. 

  

At Elliott’s Oyster House, every role contributes to the rhythm of great service. If you thrive in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment built on teamwork and pride in craft, you’ll feel right at home here. We’re looking for detail-oriented, approachable Charters who resolve issues in the moment, escalate smartly when needed, and protect the guest experience at every step. If this sounds like the right next step in your hospitality journey, apply today—we look forward to welcoming you to the Elliott’s team. 

What You'll Do 

  • Welcome every guest warmly; monitor comfort during the wait; personalize interactions so each guest feels seen and valued. 

  • Lead hosts in real time on guest interactions, pacing decisions, and conflict resolution while modeling the professional tone, body language, and conduct expected at the host stand. 

  • Own the reservations and waitlist; quote accurate wait times; update the book continuously to maximize capacity without compromising service flow. 

  • Align the host team by keeping everyone informed, communicating priorities clearly, and reinforcing consistent execution throughout service. 

  • Coordinate with managers, the bar, and servers; escalate concerns appropriately; maintain a spotless, organized host stand; complete side work and basic cash tasks. 

What You Bring 

 

Must Haves 

  • 1 to 2 years of experience in fine dining establishments of comparable quality. 

  • Proactive organizational skills aimed at maximizing seating capacity and minimizing wait times. 

  • A strong understanding of the coordination and timing required for effective seating flow. 

  • Adherence to professional uniform and hygiene standards. 

  • Comfort in initiating conversations with guests. 

  • Ability to adapt to changing circumstances in real-time, resolving issues with solutions that prioritize the guest experience. 

  • Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. and work on your feet for extended periods (reasonable accommodations available). 

  • Weekend availability and reliable, consistent attendance. 

Preferred 

  • 1–2 years in a highvolume restaurant. 

  • Familiarity with Toast point of sale system.  

  • Proficiency with a large reservation platform like SevenRooms and OpenTable. 

Pay & Compensation 

 

Average earnings $25-$35/per hour with commissions. 

  • $4-8/hr. base rate (based on experience) + 6% pooled commission on restaurant's gross sales. 

  • *In the unlikely event the base rate + commissions in a workweek do not meet or exceed the minimum wage, server assistants will be paid at least the minimum wage of $21.30/hour. 

Benefits (based on eligibility) 

  • Health insurance - medical, dental, vision, prescription, life insurance, long-term disability (need to work 30 hours per week). 

  • PTO (accrue 1 hour of PTO for every 30 hours worked). 

  • 401(k) with match (eligible after 1 year and 1,000 hours worked). 

  • Commuter benefits through ALICE 

  • Employee Assistance Program 

  • Dining discounts 

  • Training programs  

Why You'll Love Working Here 

You’ll love working here for the strong earning potential driven by high guest volume and the beautiful, energizing waterfront setting. You’ll grow through professional development across multiple departments within E3 Restaurant Group, supported by a teamfirst culture with open communication and robust crossdepartment collaboration. 

  

We Create Unrivaled Experiences With Passion. Every Time! 

 

Apply online website!  

www.elliottsoysterhouse.com/careers 

Location – Elliott’s Oyster House 

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