Colonial Williamsburg Foundation · 2 hours ago
Host/Hostess - Williamsburg Lodge
Williamsburg, VA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expColonial Williamsburg Foundation is a private, not-for-profit educational and cultural institution that operates one of the largest museum complexes in the world. As a Host/Hostess, you will greet and seat guests in a hospitable manner, maintain a waiting list, and ensure a five-star dining experience.
Museums and Historical SitesNon ProfitTour Operator
Responsibilities
Greet and welcome guests with five-star hospitality and courtesy standards
Oversees seating/server rotation when seating guests
Verifies and makes reservations via open table
Maintains a waiting list when necessary
Performs other duties as required to exceed guests’ expectations in a five-star dining environment
Qualification
Required
6 months to one year of food service or restaurant experience
Demonstrated excellent public contact skills
Must be available to work all shifts including days, nights, weekends, and holidays
Ability to interact effectively with guests, employees and supervisors
Ability to maintain standards listed below
Lifting and carrying up to 35 pounds
Working while standing for long periods of time
Preferred
Previous host/hostess and open table experience in a five-star restaurant is a plus
Company
Colonial Williamsburg Foundation
Colonial Williamsburg Foundation is an outdoor museum that offers historical and archeological experiences as well as guided tours.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Cliff Fleet
President and CEO
Sani Silvennoinen
Chief Development Officer/Senior Vice President for Development
Recent News
2025-06-21
2025-03-29
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