Host

About the role

The French Pantry at 36 Granada St. Augustine, FL is seeking a true hospitality professional to own the guest experience from the door. This is a full-time or part-time position offering competitive pay plus tips. This is not an entry-level "watch the door" job—this is a craft position for someone who understands that hosting means reading a room, managing a wait list under pressure, and making split-second decisions that shape a guest's entire night.

What You'll Own

• Set the tone at the door—deliver a warm, genuine, and polished greeting to every guest, every time, no exceptions
• Manage the flow with real judgment—quote accurate wait times, pace the seating chart strategically, and balance the dining room and the kitchen so both run smoothly
• Personalize every visit—remember regulars, note special occasions, and anticipate needs before guests have to ask
• Coordinate the handoff—communicate clearly with servers and management so nothing gets lost between the door and the table
• Close the loop—deliver a genuine farewell and flag any concerns to a manager immediately; you're often the first and last person a guest sees
• Keep the front of house sharp—maintain a clean, organized host stand and lobby that reflects the quality of the restaurant behind you

What We're Looking For

• A true professional—someone who treats hosting as a career skill, not a placeholder job
• Composure and sharp judgment under pressure during high-volume rushes
• Natural warmth paired with confidence and strong communication
• Reliability: on time, in uniform, ready to lead the floor from the door
• Prior host, server, or guest-services experience in a busy, upscale, or full-service restaurant preferred
• Someone who genuinely believes personal hospitality—not scripted service—is what makes a night memorable

Why The French Pantry

We're locally owned and hands-on, part of the 36 Granada family in the heart of historic St. Augustine. We care deeply about craft, genuine hospitality, and building a strong, stable team—and we invest in the people who show up ready to raise the standard with us. Pay is competitive and based on experience, reflecting the pace and quality of service we expect from every member of our team. Personal hospitality is our way. If that's your standard too, we want you at our door.