VIP Host

Republic Hospitality is hiring VIP Hosts to create a welcoming, high-energy guest experience while managing door operations, guest relations, VIP reservations, and table sales. As the first point of contact, VIP Hosts help ensure smooth entry, exceptional hospitality, and a premium experience for VIP clientele in a fast-paced nightlife environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

Guest Experience & Hospitality

• Welcome guests with a warm, professional, and energetic attitude
• Provide exceptional customer service to all guests entering the venue
• Create a guest-focused atmosphere centered on hospitality and experience
• Recognize and greet regular guests and VIP clientele by name when possible
• Maintain a polished and professional appearance at all times

Door Operations

• Manage front door operations during business hours
• Handle cover charge transactions accurately and efficiently
• Maintain organized guest entry lines and manage venue flow
• Communicate wait times, table availability, and venue policies professionally
• Coordinate with security and management to maintain a safe environment

VIP Reservations & Table Sales

• Promote VIP table experiences and convert guest inquiries into table reservations
• Assist with VIP table check-ins and escort guests to reserved sections
• Build relationships with guests and prospective VIP clients to generate repeat bookings
• Work toward established VIP table sales goals and identify opportunities to increase reservations
• Maintain strong communication with VIP staff, security, and management throughout service

Promotions & Events

• Assist in promoting venue events, specials, and VIP experiences
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and operations teams to support promotional events and nightlife programming
• Build and maintain relationships with guests, influencers, and local clientele to encourage repeat business

Administrative & Operational Support

• Accurately maintain guest lists, reservations, and cover counts
• Ensure front entrance and host areas remain clean, organized, and presentable
• Communicate guest feedback and operational issues to management promptly
• Support venue operations Thursday through Saturday, including late-night shifts

Qualifications

• Previous nightlife, restaurant, sales, or customer service experience preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Outgoing, confident, and professional personality
• Comfortable engaging with guests and promoting VIP table experiences
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Reliable transportation and flexible late-night/weekend availability
• Knowledge of nightlife hospitality and VIP service standards preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to work in loud, crowded, fast-paced environments
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. if needed

Schedule Expectations

• Evening and late-night availability required
• Weekend availability required Thursday–Saturday
• Holiday and special-event availability may be required

Why Join Republic Hospitality?

At Republic Hospitality, we pride ourselves on delivering world-class hospitality and creating an environment where our team members can grow and thrive. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, sales-minded, and enjoy creating memorable guest experiences, we’d love to hear from you.

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Work Location: In person