Host

Job Title: Host
Location: Bardea Steak, Wilmington, Delaware
Position Type: Part-time/Full-time

About Bardea Restaurant Group:
Bardea Restaurant Group is at the forefront of Wilmington’s dining scene, delivering bold, inventive cuisine and world-class hospitality across its award-winning concepts. Bardea Steak is a modern, elevated steakhouse that combines impeccable service with a vibrant, energetic atmosphere. As the first point of contact for our guests, the host team plays a key role in setting the tone for an unforgettable dining experience.

Job Summary:
As a Host at Bardea Steak, you'll be the welcoming face of the restaurant—greeting guests warmly, managing reservations, and orchestrating the flow of the dining room with confidence and grace. Your ability to balance organization, communication, and genuine hospitality is essential to creating a seamless and elevated guest experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Greet guests with professionalism and enthusiasm, creating a welcoming first impression

• Manage the reservation book and walk-in flow using the restaurant’s booking system

• Maintain accurate wait times and communicate clearly with guests and the FOH team

• Coordinate seating efficiently to ensure a smooth and balanced service for all sections

• Answer phones, provide general information about the restaurant, and assist with guest inquiries

• Maintain cleanliness and organization at the host stand and entrance area

• Work collaboratively with the management and service team to deliver top-tier hospitality

• Assist with coat check or other guest service tasks as needed

Qualifications:

• Previous host or front desk experience in a restaurant or hospitality setting preferred

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to multitask in a busy environment

• Warm, professional demeanor and a passion for hospitality

• Reliable, punctual, and team-focused

• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays

What We Offer:

• Competitive hourly wage

• Training and opportunities for advancement within Bardea Restaurant Group

• A supportive, high-energy team environment

• Exposure to a fast-paced, upscale dining experience

• Employee dining discounts