Required Years of Experience
0-1 years
Job Details
Part-Time, Non-Exempt | $17/hour
Gage & Tollner is looking for a warm, organized, and personable Host to join our Front of House team.
Our hosts are the first and last people many of our guests interact with, so they play a huge role in setting the tone for the whole experience. We’re looking for someone who genuinely likes people, communicates confidently, notices the little things, and can keep their cool when the door gets busy.
Gage & Tollner is a landmarked Downtown Brooklyn oyster and chop house with a lot of history, a busy dining room, and a service style that’s polished without feeling stuffy. We take hospitality seriously, but we also like to have fun, laugh with each other, and work with people who bring some personality to the room.
We care a lot about our team and want this to be a place where people can build something. Whenever we can, we love to promote and grow people from within. Plenty of great restaurant careers start at the front door, and if you’re curious, dependable, and interested in learning more, we want to help you get there.
The schedule- Approximately 2–3 shifts per week to start
- Must be fully available for shifts Monday through Friday
- Most shifts will be weekday dinners, with occasional weekend brunch shifts available depending on business needs. Weekend availability is a plus.
- This is a part-time role, 29 hours or fewer per week, with the possibility of growing into a full-time position in the future
Part-time doesn’t mean you’re left out. Our part-time team members have access to benefits including:
- Paid sick time
- 401(k) with company match
- Pet insurance
- Employee dining discounts
- Previous restaurant, hospitality, or guest-facing experience preferred
- A naturally warm and welcoming personality
- Confident, professional communication
- Excellent organization and attention to detail
- Someone who can stay friendly and focused when five things are happening at once
- Strong awareness of what’s happening at the door and throughout the dining room
- Comfort using computers and reservation-management systems
- Reliability, punctuality, and a team-first attitude
- A genuine interest in hospitality and taking care of people
- Curiosity and an interest in learning, growing, and taking on more over time
You don’t need to know everything on day one. We’re much more interested in finding someone who is thoughtful, dependable, good with people, and excited to learn.
What you’ll do- Welcome guests warmly and help make a great first impression
- Manage reservations, walk-ins, waitlists, and guest information accurately
- Seat guests thoughtfully while helping maintain the flow and pacing of the dining room
- Stay in close communication with managers, Servers, and the rest of the Host team about reservations, table status, special requests, and changes
- Answer the phone and help guests with reservation questions
- Get to know the restaurant, menu, spaces, and overall guest experience so you can confidently answer questions
- Keep an eye out for birthdays, anniversaries, guest notes, and the little details that can turn a good night into a great one
- Keep the host stand and entrance organized, polished, and guest-ready
- Jump in and help the rest of the Front of House team when needed to keep service running smoothly
With or without reasonable accommodation, this position requires prolonged standing and walking, frequent use of stairs, working in a fast-paced restaurant environment, and the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Equal Opportunity EmployerGage & Tollner is committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Compensation Details
Compensation: Hourly ($17.00) plus tips
Benefits & Perks: Paid Time Off, 401k, Dining Discounts
Required Skills
Ability to Manage Multiple Tasks Simultaneously
Ability to Manage Stress in a Busy Environment
Strong Interpersonal Skills
Adaptability in a Fast Paced Environment
Adaptability to Changing Situations
Problem Solving Skills
Ability to Maintain Composure Under Pressure
Ability to Multitask Effectively
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Part of Gage & Tollner Hospitality
Gage & Tollner is a landmark restaurant in Downtown Brooklyn with more than a century of history behind it and a long future ahead.
For generations, Brooklynites have gathered in our landmarked dining room to celebrate, connect, and feel at home. Today, partners Sohui Kim, Ben Schneider, and St. John Frizell carry that tradition forward with a restaurant that honors Gage & Tollner’s history while continuing to evolve.
Our food and beverage programs take inspiration from the restaurant’s archives, bringing beloved classics into the present with thoughtful sourcing, strong technique, and a deep respect for hospitality. Under the same roof, Sunken Harbor Club offers an immersive cocktail experience inspired by tropical drinking traditions, giving our team the opportunity to be part of two distinct but closely connected hospitality programs.
Just as important as the experience we create for our guests is the kind of workplace we create for one another. We want Gage & Tollner to be a place where people can build real skills, grow in their careers, do work they’re proud of, and be treated with respect. We value professionalism, curiosity, communication, accountability, and people who genuinely care about hospitality and about the teammates working alongside them.
Our team includes people with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and paths through the industry. We believe a great restaurant is built by creating clear standards, investing in training and development, recognizing good work, and giving people opportunities to take on more as they grow.
Gage & Tollner has always been bigger than a dining room. It is part of Brooklyn’s history and community, and we take seriously the responsibility of caring for it, while making sure it remains vibrant, welcoming, and relevant for the generations still to come.
