Host/Greeter (Part Time)

About the role

Greeter/Host – Part Time, reports to F&B Manager; non‑exempt position. As the gate keeper to our venues, you play an integral part of a team of hospitality professionals in our gorgeous, historic building. You work collaboratively with the team to ensure the arrival experience is personalized and memorable and you orchestrate the evening like a talented conductor. Join a respectful and progressive environment that values what people bring to the team and encourages everyone to participate in the process. Located in the heart of Old Town Alexandria, Hotel Heron offers guests the opportunity to see Old Town from a new vantage point. With Washington, DC just minutes away, Hotel Heron acts as a beacon just across the river, inviting travelers to explore beyond the National Mall and Monuments to discover a city ripe for its new renaissance. Originally opened in 1926 as the George Mason Hotel, the property has been thoughtfully reimagined through an adaptive reuse that pairs the historic inn with an adjacent new building housing modern event spaces and elevated guest rooms. Today, Hotel Heron is part of the Curio Collection by Hilton, a global portfolio of distinctive, independently spirited hotels. This chic 134‑room hotel is home to a signature ground‑floor restaurant serving hearth‑inspired Mid‑Atlantic cuisine, a cozy craft cocktail bar hidden in the heart of the hotel, and an open‑air seasonal rooftop bar with unparalleled views of the Potomac. Elevated amenities include a state‑of‑the‑art fitness center and meeting spaces designed for socializing, co‑working, creating, eating, drinking, and relaxing. The hotel brings together world travelers and neighbors alike while showcasing Alexandria’s rich legacy and knack for innovation through thoughtful touches from local businesses and artisans.

Requirements

• Excited and passionate about being part of the restaurant and bar environment
• Pride in working through chaos and ability to fluidly engage with a diversity of people
• Value the work and feedback of associates while providing an unmatched guest experience
• Enjoy and excel in fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment to exceed guest expectations and demonstrate the Aparium difference
• Attentive, courteous, inviting, and forward‑thinking
• Knowledge of food and beverage with curiosity and willingness to learn more
• Incredible multi‑tasker, understanding that success for one is only possible with the success of everyone
• Unique, vibrant personality that shines with guests and teammates

Benefits

• Paid vacation
• Discount program for sister hotels
• Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance at an affordable group rate
• Paid time off to volunteer for causes you care about in your community
• Opportunity to foster your knowledge and skill set and grow within the hotel and the brand
• Strong sense of belonging through diversity, equity, and inclusion