Host/Hostess

About The Vita Brevis Club

The Vita Brevis Club is a private members' art club and cultural hub — a gathering place for artists, entrepreneurs, performers, and patrons alike. Our front-of-house team brings this vision to life, delivering a warm, polished, and attentive experience from a member's first hello to their last goodbye across dining, private gatherings, and member programming.

Position Summary

The Host/Hostess is the first and last point of contact for members and their guests, setting the tone for the VBC experience. Working closely with front-of-house leadership, this role manages reservations across dining, private gatherings, and member programming, while keeping the club's public spaces polished, organized, and welcoming at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet members and guests warmly upon arrival, and thank them personally as they depart.
• Manage reservations, tours, and seating arrangements across dining service, private gatherings, and member programming (e.g., themed evenings, member socials).
• Respond to inquiries with accurate, professional information about the club and upcoming programming.
• Communicate proactively with servers, kitchen, and management to keep service flowing smoothly.
• Monitor the club and lobby to anticipate member needs and resolve concerns promptly and calmly, escalating to management when appropriate.
• Support move-in and move-out logistics for private gatherings, coordinating with the events and AV teams as needed.
• Speak knowledgeably about upcoming programming so members and guests feel invited to participate.

Cleanliness & Facility Standards

• Keep the club tidy and free of clutter throughout each shift.
• Maintain menus, stanchions, and front-of-house materials so they are clean, current, and presentable.
• Do a regular walk of public-facing spaces to catch and address any cleanliness or maintenance issues.
• Flag any facility or upkeep concerns to management right away.
• Assist in resetting front-of-house areas between services and gatherings.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in hospitality or customer service required; private club or fine dining experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a calm, professional presence under pressure.
• Comfort de-escalating minor member concerns with poise, and knowing when to bring in management.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with reservation and POS systems is a plus.
• A warm, outgoing personality with genuine enthusiasm for hospitality and member engagement.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and select private gatherings.

Working Conditions

• Extended periods of standing and walking during service.
• Member-facing environment requiring consistent poise and professionalism.
• Wednesday–Saturday, with flexibility for private events

Compensation & Benefits

$25.00/hour.

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Work Location: In person