Required Years of Experience
2 years
Job Details
Join Our Team as a Host at The Duck & The Peach!
The Duck & The Peach, located in the heart of Capitol Hill, is a vibrant New American restaurant that combines creativity, community, and exceptional hospitality. We’re looking for enthusiastic and organized Hosts to be the warm and welcoming face of our restaurant, setting the tone for memorable guest experiences.
What We’re Looking For:
As a host at The Duck & The Peach, you’ll be an essential part of our team, ensuring every guest feels valued from the moment they walk through our doors. Your responsibilities will include:
- Greeting every guest with a smile and an inviting presence.
- Managing reservations, seating plans, and waitlists using OpenTable or similar reservation systems.
- Ensuring the host stand is well-stocked and organized with menus and supplies.
- Providing accurate wait times and proactively communicating with guests.
- Escorting guests to their tables and preparing the dining area with care.
- Maintaining cleanliness and tidiness in dining and serving areas.
- Helping create a positive, warm atmosphere that encourages guests to return.
What You Bring:
We’re looking for team members who thrive in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment and are passionate about hospitality. Ideal candidates will have:
- Experience with OpenTable or a similar reservation platform.
- A positive, team-oriented attitude and excellent interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask effectively.
- A professional, polished, and personable demeanor.
- The ability to stand and walk for up to 8 hours.
Previous hosting experience is preferred, but we’re happy to train the right person with a great attitude and enthusiasm for hospitality!
What We Offer:
At The Duck & The Peach, we believe in taking care of our team so they can take care of our guests. We offer:
- Competitive Pay and flexible schedules.
- Dining Discounts at all Eastern Point Collective restaurants.
- Opportunities for Career Growth and professional development.
- A supportive, fun, and welcoming work environment.
Why The Duck & The Peach?
As part of Eastern Point Collective, The Duck & The Peach is dedicated to creating meaningful moments for both our guests and our team. We believe in nurturing talent, fostering community, and offering a workplace where everyone can thrive.
If you’re passionate about hospitality, have experience with OpenTable, and want to join a team that values integrity, creativity, and connection, we’d love to hear from you!
The Duck & The Peach is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all.
Ready to Apply?
Submit your resume today and become part of a team that’s redefining hospitality in Washington, D.C.
Compensation Details
Compensation: Hourly ($20.00 - $23.00)
Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, Dining Discounts
Required Skills
Experience With Open Table or a Similar Reservation Platform
Excellent Interpersonal Skills
Strong Organizational Skills
Ability to Multitask Effectively
Positive, Team Oriented Attitude
Professional Demeanor
Ability to Stand and Walk for Up to 8 Hours
Previous Hosting Experience Preferred
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Part of Eastern Point Collective
Eastern Point Collective is a restaurant group in Washington, D.C. We’re looking to build new and innovative ways of operating restaurants to create a more sustainable environment where people feel seen, valued, and heard.
Our first concepts, The Duck & The Peach, La Collina and The Wells opened on Capitol Hill in 2020. Méli Wine & Mezze opened in the Reed Cooke neighborhood of Adam's Morgan in 2023.
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