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Job Title: Managing Hostess / Lead Host (Full-Time)
Location: Sunny Isles Beach, FL
Schedule: Full-time, 6 days per week
About Us:
Porterhouse Music Bar & Restaurant is a high-energy restaurant blending upscale dining with exceptional entertainment. We are looking for an experienced, vibrant, and organized Managing Hostess to lead our front-of-house greeting team and deliver an unforgettable first impression for our guests.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and oversee the host/hostess team during high-volume dinner service and events.
- Manage reservation platforms (Toast / OpenTable / Resy) to maximize seating capacity and smooth table turnover.
- Train, mentor, and schedule host staff to maintain high service standards.
- Greet VIPs, handle guest inquiries, and resolve seating or reservation conflicts with tact and elegance.
- Collaborate closely with floor managers and BOH (kitchen) to ensure a balanced flow of service.
- Maintain an immaculate and organized host stand and entrance atmosphere.
Requirements:
- 2+ years of experience as a Lead Hostess, Floor Captain, or Host Supervisor in a high-volume or upscale restaurant.
- Strong proficiency with reservation management systems (Toast, OpenTable, Resy).
- Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and team leadership skills.
- Ability to remain calm, professional, and gracious under pressure during peak rush hours.
- Local candidates residing in Sunny Isles Beach, FL or immediate surrounding areas are strongly preferred.
Work Location: In person
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in lead host jobs.
- 1-3 years of front-of-house hosting or guest services experience in a high-volume setting
- Demonstrated ability to manage reservations and waitlists using restaurant management software
- Strong verbal communication and guest-facing demeanor in fast-paced environments
- Experience coordinating with servers, bussers, and floor managers during peak service
- Ability to stand for extended periods and move quickly across a dining floor
- Food handler certification or state-equivalent credential preferred by most employers
Tips for Your Lead Host Job Search
Tailor your resume to venue type
A lead host resume for a fine-dining restaurant reads differently than one for a banquet hall or entertainment venue. Highlight the specific environment, guest volume, and team size you've managed so hiring managers see relevant experience at a glance.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists lead host openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Show guest recovery moments on your resume
Lead host roles prioritize problem-solving under pressure. Add one or two bullet points describing how you resolved a guest complaint, managed an overbooked floor, or kept service moving during a staffing gap, using specific actions you took.
Target openings that name your shift type
Lead host postings often specify dinner service, weekend brunch, or event shifts. Filter for the shift pattern that matches your availability, since employers routinely screen out candidates whose schedules don't align with their busiest service windows.
Prepare a table-turn or floor-plan scenario answer
Interviewers for lead host roles frequently ask how you handle a full floor with a long waitlist. Walk through your decision process out loud, covering how you prioritize parties, communicate wait times, and coordinate with servers to turn tables efficiently.
Negotiate start date around service season
Many hospitality venues ramp up hiring before peak seasons like summer or the holidays. If you receive an offer during a slower period, it's reasonable to ask whether a slightly later start date aligns with their training schedule before your busiest weeks begin.
Lead Host Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most lead hosts?
The most active employers for lead hosts right now are Airbnb, Eataly, and Quince, and the most openings are in California, Florida, and Tennessee, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Restaurant groups, hotel food and beverage operations, and large event venues tend to post the highest volume of lead host openings consistently.
How many lead host jobs are remote?
About 33% of lead host openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on, floor-based nature of most hosting roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or flexible arrangements are event coordination roles and hospitality operations support positions that don't require in-person guest contact.
How do you become a lead host?
Start by working as a host or hostess at a full-service restaurant or event venue to build floor experience. Once you're comfortable managing waitlists and coordinating with servers, ask to take on shift-lead responsibilities. Build familiarity with reservation management software, practice communicating clearly under pressure, and ask a manager to mentor you on table rotation and guest escalation handling before applying to lead host postings directly.
Can you get hired as a lead host with little experience?
Yes, some employers hire candidates with limited hosting experience if you can demonstrate strong guest-service fundamentals from adjacent roles like retail, customer service, or catering. Focus your application on examples of managing competing priorities, staying composed with difficult customers, and communicating clearly in fast-moving situations. Applying to smaller independent restaurants or catering companies tends to offer a more accessible path than large hotel properties.
What does the lead host interview process look like?
Most lead host interviews include a phone screen followed by an in-person meeting with a floor manager or general manager. Expect situational questions about handling a full waitlist, resolving a guest complaint, or coordinating a large party arrival. Some venues conduct a brief working interview where you shadow the floor, so arrive dressed as you would for the role and prepared to interact naturally with staff.
Where can I find and apply to lead host jobs?
You can find and apply to lead host jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your preferred location, venue type, and shift availability, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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