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St Anselm
1250 5th St NE, Washington, DC
St Anselm hiring Host in Washington, DC

St Anselm hiring Host in Washington, DC

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St AnselmMore Info

1250 5th St NE, Washington, DC
Full/Part Time • Hourly ($17.50)
Archived: Nov 4, 2025

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Required Years of Experience

1 year


Job Details
Affiliated with STARR RestaurantsSt. Anselm is an American tavern devoted to the pleasures of grilled meats and great ingredients simply cooked. While steak is a specialty, the creativity doesn’t stop there. Delicious food, eclectic wines, and classic cocktails set the tone for a great experience. Paired with friendly service in an unpretentious setting adorned with offbeat décor, dining at St. Anselm is the total package.

The team is seeking Hosts with a genuine sense of warmth and hospitality!
 

This position offers a comprehensive package including: 

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits Coverage 
  • Paid Vacation Time 
  • Commuter Benefits 
  • Referral Bonus Programs 
  • Dining Discounts at over 25 Affiliated STARR Restaurants 
  • Opportunity for Career Advancement and Professional Growth 

Qualified candidates will have:

  • Joyful, outgoing, guest-centric individuals who have a passion for great food and wine
  • Have worked with Open table and/or similar reservation systems
  • Experience as a host or a reservationist; or take out specialist experience
  • At least 1 year of prior experience in a well-rated restaurant
  • Experience using a POS system is a plus
  • Ability to articulate menu selections and options, while recommending items when possible
  • Cash and money handling experience is highly desired
  • Lead host or Maître D' experience is a big plus
  • Weekend availability

St. Anselm is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($17.50)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Dining Discounts, Potential Bonuses


Required Skills

Conflict Resolution

great customer service skills

Warmth and Hospitality

Experience With Reservation Systems Like Open Table

Experience as a Host or Reservationist

Genuine Sense of Warmth and Hospitality

Experience as a Take Out Specialist

Previous Host or Reservationist Experience

Customer Service

Knowledge of POS systems

Ability to Articulate Menu Selections and Make Recommendations

Open Table or Similar Reservation System Experience

Ability to Recommend Menu Items

High Volume Service

Cash Handling Experience

Host or Reservationist Experience

Experience With Open Table or Similar Reservation Systems

Take Out Specialist Experience

Reservation Management Platforms

Prior Experience in a Well Rated Restaurant

Experience as a Host, Reservationist, or Take Out Specialist

POS system experience

OpenTable

Menu Articulation and Recommending Items

At Least 1 Year of Prior Experience in a Well Rated Restaurant

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Experience Using a Pos System (Preferred)

Phone Skills

Ability to Articulate Menu Selections and Options

Phone Etiquette

Cash and Money Handling Experience

Telephone Skills

Lead Host or Maître D' Experience (Preferred)

Answering Telephones

Guest Relations

Guest Interaction

Welcoming Guests

Ensuring Guest Satisfaction

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Part of STARR Restaurants

St. Anselm is an American tavern devoted to the pleasures of grilled meats and great ingredients simply cooked.

While steak is a specialty, the creativity doesn’t stop there. Delicious food, eclectic wines, and classic cocktails set the tone for a great experience. Paired with friendly service in an unpretentious setting adorned with offbeat décor, dining at St. Anselm is the total package.

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