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The Dabney
122 Blagden Alley, Washington, DC 20001, United States
The Dabney hiring Host in Washington, DC

The Dabney hiring Host in Washington, DC

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The DabneyMore Info

122 Blagden Alley, Washington, DC 20001, United States
Full/Part Time • Hourly ($20.00 - $24.00)
Archived: Dec 11, 2025

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Required Years of Experience

1 year


Job Details

Many exciting things are happening at The Dabney, and we would love you to be a part of our growing team.

Recognized by Food & Wine, Bon Appetit, the James Beard Foundation, and awarded 1 star by Michelin, The Dabney, is looking to bring energetic, enthusiastic and passionate hospitality professionals to its restaurant that serves seasonal and Mid-Atlantic inspired cuisine. The restaurant is located in the historic Blagden Alley in the Shaw neighborhood of Washington DC. 

Requirements include:
- An enthusiasm for hospitality
- A positive attitude towards fellow employees and a love for working in a team environment
- A close attention to detail and ability to problem solve
- Flexible schedule. Must be able to work evenings. 

Duties/Responsibilities include:
- Oversee opening side work and ensure host stand preparedness
- Welcome guests to the restaurant warmly
- Field special requests for nightly reservations
- Familiarity and experience with OpenTable Reservation system
- Additional administrative tasks focusing on guest coordination/reservation management

Our service style is guest focused and warm. We're looking for a host that embodies our vision of a dining experience that's refined but unpretentious. Detail oriented but welcoming.

If you want to be a part of our team, email us a resume, introduce yourself, and tell us why you want to work at The Dabney. 

The Dabney is closed for the following holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and The New Year. The restaurant is additionally always closed Sunday and Monday offering a nicely structured schedule for employees. Hourly compensation will be determined based on level of experience. 


Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($20.00 - $24.00)

Benefits & Perks: Commuter Benefits, Dining Discounts, Sick Leave


Required Skills

Enthusiasm for Hospitality

Positive Attitude

Positive Attitude in a Team Environment

Positive Attitude Towards Fellow Employees

Ability to work in a team environment

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Experience With Open Table Reservation System

Problem Solving

Flexibility

Experience With OpenTable Reservation System

Familiarity With Tock (a Plus)

Familiarity With Tock Reservation System

Overseeing Opening Side Work

Welcoming Guests

Warm Welcoming Demeanor

Handling Special Requests

Guest Focused Service

Detail Oriented

Warm Demeanor

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American

Fine Dining

Part of Restaurants by Chef Jeremiah Langhorne and Alex Zink

At The Dabney, we source our food from the Mid-Atlantic’s finest farms and purveyors. The centerpiece of our open kitchen is a wood-burning hearth that allows us to showcase the region’s versatility while staying true to its classic cooking methods. In our dining room, guests will find bare tables and exposed historic brick walls, service that’s refined but relaxed, and a dining experience that’s unpretentious, delicious, and fun.

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