Front of House Lead Jobs
Front of House Lead jobs are open across restaurants, hotels, event venues, and hospitality groups, at levels from shift lead to senior FOH manager, with specializations in fine dining service, guest experience, and team training. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Job Description
The Front of House role provides exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment by delivering on a variety of front of house tasks.
A day in the life…
- Be knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the restaurant’s menu and products
-
Support front of house areas of the restaurant through a variety of tasks including but not limited to:
- Seating customers
- Answering telephones
- Cashiering
- Rolling silverware
- Brewing coffee and tea
- Support and processing to go and 3rd party deliver food orders
- Support food expediting and soup service
- Stock, organize and maintain retail displays, food cases, and stations
- Assist with bussing
- Support ongoing table maintenance and restaurant cleaning when needed
You own this if you have….
- 1+ year experience in food service/hospitality preferred
- The ability to communicate clearly and professionally with customers and coworkers
- Thrived in a fast-paced environment
- Open to working a flexible schedule
- A food handler’s card where required by local or state regulations.
Pay Range Details
The pay range(s) below has been provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different for other locations.
Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
We’ve got you covered…
Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:
- Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
- Life Insurance and Disability
- Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources
A few more important points...
The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.
For Los Angeles or San Francisco applicants: Nordstrom is required to inform you that we conduct background checks after conditional offer and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with legal requirements per Los Angeles, Cal. Muni. Code 189.04 and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For additional state and location specific notices, please refer to the Legal Notices document within the FAQ section of the Nordstrom Careers site.
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact the nearest Nordstrom location, which can be identified at www.nordstrom.com.
Please be mindful that there may be legal notices and requirements related to this job posting that are specific to your state. Review the Career Site FAQ’s for relevant information and guidelines.
Current Nordstrom employees: To apply, log into Workday, click the Careers button and then click Find Jobs.
Nordstrom keeps job postings open for at least one day after the posting date.
© 2026 Nordstrom, Inc
Job Description
The Front of House role provides exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment by delivering on a variety of front of house tasks.
A day in the life…
- Be knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the restaurant’s menu and products
-
Support front of house areas of the restaurant through a variety of tasks including but not limited to:
- Seating customers
- Answering telephones
- Cashiering
- Rolling silverware
- Brewing coffee and tea
- Support and processing to go and 3rd party deliver food orders
- Support food expediting and soup service
- Stock, organize and maintain retail displays, food cases, and stations
- Assist with bussing
- Support ongoing table maintenance and restaurant cleaning when needed
You own this if you have….
- 1+ year experience in food service/hospitality preferred
- The ability to communicate clearly and professionally with customers and coworkers
- Thrived in a fast-paced environment
- Open to working a flexible schedule
- A food handler’s card where required by local or state regulations.
Pay Range Details
The pay range(s) below has been provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different for other locations.
Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
We’ve got you covered…
Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:
- Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
- Life Insurance and Disability
- Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources
A few more important points...
The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.
For Los Angeles or San Francisco applicants: Nordstrom is required to inform you that we conduct background checks after conditional offer and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with legal requirements per Los Angeles, Cal. Muni. Code 189.04 and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For additional state and location specific notices, please refer to the Legal Notices document within the FAQ section of the Nordstrom Careers site.
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact the nearest Nordstrom location, which can be identified at www.nordstrom.com.
Please be mindful that there may be legal notices and requirements related to this job posting that are specific to your state. Review the Career Site FAQ’s for relevant information and guidelines.
Current Nordstrom employees: To apply, log into Workday, click the Careers button and then click Find Jobs.
Nordstrom keeps job postings open for at least one day after the posting date.
© 2026 Nordstrom, Inc
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Who's Hiring
- Chick-fil-A Restaurants47
- IHOP42
- Romulus Restaurant28R
- Newk's Eatery10
- Tacodeli8
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in front of house lead jobs.
- Two or more years of front of house experience in a high-volume service environment
- Proven ability to lead, train, and schedule a team of hourly service staff
- Strong guest relations skills with experience resolving complaints on the floor
- Familiarity with point-of-sale systems and reservation management platforms
- Food handler certification or ServSafe Manager certification depending on state
- Availability for evenings, weekends, and holiday shifts as required by operations
Tips for Your Front of House Lead Job Search
Tailor your resume to service metrics
Front of house lead resumes land better when they include concrete service outcomes: table turn times you improved, guest satisfaction scores you raised, or staff schedules you managed. Generic hospitality resumes rarely get past the first screen.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists front of house lead openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight your conflict resolution experience
Hiring managers for FOH lead roles specifically want to know how you handle difficult guests and de-escalate team tension during peak service. Build at least one bullet on your resume around a real example, not just the responsibility.
Target postings by service style
Fine dining, fast-casual, and event venues each expect different FOH lead competencies. Filter your search by service format so you're applying to environments where your experience transfers cleanly, not fighting to explain a mismatch.
Prepare a staffing story for interviews
Interviewers for FOH lead roles almost always ask how you've handled call-outs, short shifts, or last-minute floor changes. Have a specific scenario ready that shows you kept service running without manager escalation.
Negotiate your schedule as part of the offer
FOH lead roles often include split shifts or rotating weekends that aren't listed in the job posting. Before accepting, confirm the weekly schedule structure so there are no surprises after your first pay period.
Front of House Lead Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most front of house leads?
The companies hiring the most front of house leads right now include Chick-fil-A Restaurants, IHOP, and Romulus Restaurant, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Indiana, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Full-service restaurant groups and hotel food and beverage operations tend to post the most consistently throughout the year.
How many front of house lead jobs are remote?
About 2% of front of house lead openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how hands-on most of these roles are by nature. The sub-areas with the most remote flexibility tend to be FOH training and development roles or multi-unit operational support positions that don't require a fixed floor assignment.
How do you become a front of house lead?
Start by building at least two years of consistent floor experience as a server, host, or bartender in a volume environment. Take on shift responsibilities when your manager is off the floor, mentor newer staff informally, and ask to run pre-shift meetings. When you apply for lead roles, frame those contributions explicitly rather than letting them stay buried in your work history.
Can you get hired as a front of house lead with little experience?
Some employers will consider candidates with one year of service experience if you can demonstrate that you've taken on informal leadership during shifts, trained new hires, or handled guest issues without manager intervention. Smaller independent restaurants and fast-casual concepts tend to be more open to promoting early-career candidates than large hotel groups or fine dining establishments, which typically require more tenure.
What does the front of house lead interview process look like?
Most front of house lead interviews involve a phone or video screen with an HR contact, followed by an in-person meeting with the general manager or restaurant manager. You'll typically be asked behavioral questions about handling difficult guests, managing team dynamics during a rush, and covering short-staffed shifts. Some employers ask you to do a brief floor walk or shadow a current lead before a final offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to front of house lead jobs?
You can find and apply to front of house lead jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your service background and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits. The search is free and no account setup is required before you apply.
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